WESTFIELD 
– Robert J. “Bob” Pitoniak, 80, (1936-2017) passed away Sat. July 15, 2017 at the Governors Center, Westfield. Born Nov. 2, 1936 in Westfield to the late Andrew and Sophie (Blascak) Pitoniak, Bob lived in Geneva, NY for a few years before moving to Westfield for the rest of his life. Some of his best memories growing up were working on his family farm. His proudest moment from that time was when he helped birth a calf.
Bob graduated from St. Mary’s High School in 1954. After High School Bob worked as a truck mechanic for his father. In 1956 he enlisted in the U. S. Army where he served in Germany and France, he was discharged in 1958. Bob attended Northampton commercial College from 1959-1961. His favorite job was driving a box truck for the U. S. Mail for many years. He retired in 1995. He enjoyed travel. He visited all 50 states and also Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, The Bahamas, Switzerland, Belgium and France.
Bob loved anything to do with history, especially military history. He also loved films, particularly Westerns and War films. Bob was always happy driving trucks, working on the farm, having Polish food and listening to Polish music.
Bob loved his mother very much and cared for her until her passing in 2000. He was a communicant of St. Peter and St. Casimir Church. He also served on its Parish Council and was a member of the St. Stephens Society.
Bob leaves his brother James and his wife Marilyn of Russell, a nephew Lt. Jerome Pitoniak WPD and his wife Kimberly, a niece Jennifer Gibson and her husband Allan, and his extended family.
Bob’s family would like to thank the Administrator, Nursing and Housekeeping staff for the wonderful care he received during his stay at the Governors Center.
A visiting hour will be held from 8:30-9:30 am Thursday at the Robert. Cusack Funeral Home, 94 Main St., followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 10:00 am in St. Peter-St. Casimir Church, State St. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, all in Westfield. Memorial contributions can be made to the Governors Center Activity Fund (for those who may need assistance). 47 Broad St., Westfield, MA 01085
