Obituary of Robert E. Cruver

Robert E. Cruver of Walden, NY an employee for the New York State Thruway, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at St. Luke’s Hospital, Newburgh, NY. He was 53 years old. The son of George and Betty Marie Neuner, he was born on May 2, 1960 in Cornwall, NY. He was served his country as a member of the United States Army. He was a member of the Middletown Pistol and Rifle Association as well as being a past officer of the Coldenham Fire Department. Robert is survived by his loving wife Daleann at home, three sons Matthew, Scott, Brett of Walden; nieces and nephews, Amy, Gina, Nick, Donal, Stephen, Samantha, Alex and Cole; father-in-law and mother-in-law Donal and Dorothy Hyde of Pine Bush, sisters-in-law Donna Henke, Doreen Lynch and Dorothy Hentschel; aunts and cousins. Our family is heartbroken at the loss of our beloved husband and father. Bob Cruver was a man who loved his wife Daleann, three growing boys, his family, his co-workers, fellow firefighters and the community he volunteered to protect. Those of us who were lucky enough to know Bob were charmed by his wit and wonderful sense of humor. We as Bob’s family would like to remind everyone that life is short and should be embraced and valued with their friends, family and loved ones. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Walden Savings Bank for the benefit of his sons or the charity of one’s choice. Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 15, 2013 from 4 – 7 PM at the Goodwill Presbyterian Church, Route 208, Montgomery, NY. Funeral services will be held at 7 PM at the church following the visitation. Cremation will be in the Cedar Hill Crematory.