BURLINGTON, VT. - Robert "Bob" Joseph Williams, of Burlington, passed away on Wednesday, December 4th 2019 at the Starr Farm Nursing Center in Burlington, Vt.
He was born on May 4th 1935 in White Plains, N.Y., he was the son of George S. and Madeline (Griffin) Williams.
He attended Cathedral High School in Burlington, Vt. and then St. Michael's College in Colchester, Vt. where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in June of 1956 and then attended Purdue University.
Although Robert had a strong interest in math and sciences as shown with his strengths in chemistry, physics. and mathematics, Robert's heart and dedication to his very strong Roman Catholic faith as well as his passion to help others soon took him into the seminary, where he became an Ordained Priest.
Later in life Robert was employed by the State of Vermont as a Statistician for many years.
After retirement he helped volunteer at many local Burlington agencies including the Vermont Red Cross, local foodshelf, Fletcher Free Library. His diligence and careful attention to detail, and being a stickler for rules were just a few aspects of the admirable character he was as a person.
He was most proud of being a 4th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus. Considered one of a kind for his faithful service and willingness to help where he could, Robert was much prized by the staff at St Joseph Parish Church in Burlington, Vt. and for this received an award for St Joseph's Feast Day.
After residing at the Mckenzie House in Burlington, Vt. for several years and declining health, he became a resident at the Starr Farm Nursing Center in Burlington, Vt.
He especially enjoyed tutoring or challenging himself for fun various mathematical and mensa related exercises.
He was predeceased by his parents, two sisters; Muriel(Williams) Horne and Teresa (Williams) Beatty, and one brother-in-law; Russell Horne.
Arrangements by the Boucher and Pritchard Funeral Home Directors on 85 North Winooski Avenue in Burlington, Vt.
Interment to follow at the St. Joseph's Cemetery in Burlington, Vt.
He was born on May 4th 1935 in White Plains, N.Y., he was the son of George S. and Madeline (Griffin) Williams.
He attended Cathedral High School in Burlington, Vt. and then St. Michael's College in Colchester, Vt. where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in June of 1956 and then attended Purdue University.
Although Robert had a strong interest in math and sciences as shown with his strengths in chemistry, physics. and mathematics, Robert's heart and dedication to his very strong Roman Catholic faith as well as his passion to help others soon took him into the seminary, where he became an Ordained Priest.
Later in life Robert was employed by the State of Vermont as a Statistician for many years.
After retirement he helped volunteer at many local Burlington agencies including the Vermont Red Cross, local foodshelf, Fletcher Free Library. His diligence and careful attention to detail, and being a stickler for rules were just a few aspects of the admirable character he was as a person.
He was most proud of being a 4th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus. Considered one of a kind for his faithful service and willingness to help where he could, Robert was much prized by the staff at St Joseph Parish Church in Burlington, Vt. and for this received an award for St Joseph's Feast Day.
After residing at the Mckenzie House in Burlington, Vt. for several years and declining health, he became a resident at the Starr Farm Nursing Center in Burlington, Vt.
He especially enjoyed tutoring or challenging himself for fun various mathematical and mensa related exercises.
He was predeceased by his parents, two sisters; Muriel(Williams) Horne and Teresa (Williams) Beatty, and one brother-in-law; Russell Horne.
Arrangements by the Boucher and Pritchard Funeral Home Directors on 85 North Winooski Avenue in Burlington, Vt.
Interment to follow at the St. Joseph's Cemetery in Burlington, Vt.
BURLINGTON, VT. - Robert "Bob" Joseph Williams, of Burlington, passed away on Wednesday, December 4th 2019 at the Starr Farm Nursing Center in Burlington, Vt.
He was born on May 4th 1935 in White Plains, N.Y., he was the son of George S. and Madeline (Griffin) Williams.
He attended Cathedral High School in Burlington, Vt. and then St. Michael's College in Colchester, Vt. where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in June of 1956 and then attended Purdue University.
Although Robert had a strong interest in math and sciences as shown with his strengths in chemistry, physics. and mathematics, Robert's heart and dedication to his very strong Roman Catholic faith as well as his passion to help others soon took him into the seminary, where he became an Ordained Priest.
Later in life Robert was employed by the State of Vermont as a Statistician for many years.
After retirement he helped volunteer at many local Burlington agencies including the Vermont Red Cross, local foodshelf, Fletcher Free Library. His diligence and careful attention to detail, and being a stickler for rules were just a few aspects of the admirable character he was as a person.
He was most proud of being a 4th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus. Considered one of a kind for his faithful service and willingness to help where he could, Robert was much prized by the staff at St Joseph Parish Church in Burlington, Vt. and for this received an award for St Joseph's Feast Day.
After residing at the Mckenzie House in Burlington, Vt. for several years and declining health, he became a resident at the Starr Farm Nursing Center in Burlington, Vt.
He especially enjoyed tutoring or challenging himself for fun various mathematical and mensa related exercises.
He was predeceased by his parents, two sisters; Muriel(Williams) Horne and Teresa (Williams) Beatty, and one brother-in-law; Russell Horne.
Arrangements by the Boucher and Pritchard Funeral Home Directors on 85 North Winooski Avenue in Burlington, Vt.
Interment to follow at the St. Joseph's Cemetery in Burlington, Vt.
He was born on May 4th 1935 in White Plains, N.Y., he was the son of George S. and Madeline (Griffin) Williams.
He attended Cathedral High School in Burlington, Vt. and then St. Michael's College in Colchester, Vt. where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in June of 1956 and then attended Purdue University.
Although Robert had a strong interest in math and sciences as shown with his strengths in chemistry, physics. and mathematics, Robert's heart and dedication to his very strong Roman Catholic faith as well as his passion to help others soon took him into the seminary, where he became an Ordained Priest.
Later in life Robert was employed by the State of Vermont as a Statistician for many years.
After retirement he helped volunteer at many local Burlington agencies including the Vermont Red Cross, local foodshelf, Fletcher Free Library. His diligence and careful attention to detail, and being a stickler for rules were just a few aspects of the admirable character he was as a person.
He was most proud of being a 4th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus. Considered one of a kind for his faithful service and willingness to help where he could, Robert was much prized by the staff at St Joseph Parish Church in Burlington, Vt. and for this received an award for St Joseph's Feast Day.
After residing at the Mckenzie House in Burlington, Vt. for several years and declining health, he became a resident at the Starr Farm Nursing Center in Burlington, Vt.
He especially enjoyed tutoring or challenging himself for fun various mathematical and mensa related exercises.
He was predeceased by his parents, two sisters; Muriel(Williams) Horne and Teresa (Williams) Beatty, and one brother-in-law; Russell Horne.
Arrangements by the Boucher and Pritchard Funeral Home Directors on 85 North Winooski Avenue in Burlington, Vt.
Interment to follow at the St. Joseph's Cemetery in Burlington, Vt.
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