Robert Engel

January 2, 1925 - May 17, 2020

Robert Engel, 95 of Guilderland NY entered into eternal peace on 5/17/2020 after contracting the Covid-19 virus. Born January 2,1925 in the Bronx, NY to immigrant parents Selig (Sol) Engel and Anna Sandler.  He enlisted in the US Navy in March of 1943 earned the rank of Carpenter Mate 3rd Class.  He served in New Guinea and the Philippines with the 91st Seabees Navel Battalion and was Honorably Discharged in February 1946.  Part of the Greatest Generation.  In February 1948 he accepted a position with General Electric in Schenectady.  In July of 1948 he married Margaret (Peggy Stackman) who predeceased him. Together they had four children Robert (Linda Jean) of Albany, Raymond (Debbie) of Voorheesville, Randall (Patricia) of Murrells Inlet, SC and Linda Ann Engel of Guilderland.  Bob retired as a machinist from GE in February of 1985.  If you knew Bob, you quickly learned how proud he was of his Military service and his family.  He often spoke about the 44 Seabees Conventions he attended throughout the years all over the country usually traveling by vehicle.  He enjoyed fishing, golf and attending his grandchildren’s school activities and sporting events.  On his 95th birthday while at the Teresian House he decided to be Baptized.  On that same day he received his First Holy Communion and was Confirmed.  He is presently a member of Robert L. Weininger Memorial VFW Post 8692 of Colonie and the General Electric Half Century Club.  He is predeceased by his sister Rose (Samuel) Morris, and brothers William (Lillian) and Leo (Mary)Engel.  In addition to his four children he is survived by his four beautiful grand-daughters and ten great-great grandchildren. He is also survived by sister in laws Constance Hughes and Margaret Stackman plus several nieces and nephews.  He also leaves behind his loyal pet dog “Connor”.  Due to the present Covid 19 Pandemic services were private.  Interment were at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville on Friday, May 22.  A celebration of Bob’s Life will be held at a later date.  The family express their sincere thanks to the staff at the Teresian House both on the 3rd & 6th floor as well as the staff at St. Peter’s Hospital 6th floor.  Donation may be made to the Capital District Food Pantry, 22 Essex Street, Albany, New York 12206.