Robert Pontius

Obituary of Robert Pontius

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Robert “Bob” Pontius, 66, formerly of Texas, died on July 20, 2024.  Born in Syracuse, he lived in Texas for over 40 years. He gained a reputation as the premier licensed pool/spa technician in his area as a sub-contractor for A. Affordable Pools. He loved hunting, fishing and rooting for the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers. Bob was a devoted son, brother and uncle who cherished his twice a year extended visits to see family in NY.
He was pre-deceased by his parents: Richard and Jan Pontius and a brother Chuck.  
He is survived by his brothers: Richard (Kathy), John (Betsy), Jim, Peter (Missy); sisters:  Karen (Vince) Filapello, Michelle (Tom) Brewster, Ruth (Pat) Thompson; and 16 nieces and nephews. 
A funeral mass will be held on Friday August 2 at 9am in St Vincent dePaul Church. Burial will follow in Collamer Cemetery.  Calling hours are Thursday August 1 from 4-7pm at the Goddard-Crandall-Shepardson Funeral Home.  
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the SPCA.
Online condolences, www.shepardsonfh.com.

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Thursday
1
August

Calling Hours

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Thursday, August 1, 2024
Goddard-Crandall-Shepardson Funeral Home
3111 James Street
Syracuse, New York, United States
Friday
2
August

Funeral Mass

9:00 am
Friday, August 2, 2024
St. Vincent dePaul Church
342 Vine Street
Syracuse, New York, United States
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