BALLSTON SPA – Robert P. Hanley,70, of Ballston Spa, went to be with the Lord, September 1, 2010 at Saratoga Hospital. Bob was born in Cohoes, and lived in the Capital District most of his life. He was a graduate of HVCC and was employed by the Grand Cash Market and later by Xerox Corp. and Crossman Arms before joining and becoming co-owner of the family business Hanley Sign Co., Inc. Bob was an proud member of World Sign Associates, an organization he loved, once serving as Chairman of Division 9. He was also co-owner of Sacandaga Campground. He loved being with his family and friends. He also enjoyed church, golf, shuffleboard, gardening and the NY Yankees. He was a Mr. Fix-It and task master. He was a planner and dreamer with a sharp business mind. Most of all he loved being with his bride, Carol.
Bob is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Carol L. Agan Hanley; his daughters Lisa Tymchyn (David) of Latham, Erin Nuzzi (David) of Burnt Hills, and Jennifer McClaine (Steve) of Duanesburg; his brother James Hanley (Barbara); his sister Sheila McGrath (Gene); his cousin Patty Hatalsky; his grandchildren Samantha Tymchyn, Daniel Nuzzi, Joseph Nuzzi; and by several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany, Wednesday morning at 11:00. Relatives and friends are invited, and may call at the funeral home Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. Interment will be in St. John’s Lutheran Church Cemetery, Colonie. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Hortense & Louis Rubin Dialysis Center, Inc., Troy Center, 1850 Peoples Ave., Troy, NY 12180. The Hanley family wishes to thank Dr. Barry Lindenberg, Dr. Thomas Schumacher, Dr. Christopher Buff, the staff of the Rubin Dialysis Center in Clifton Park, and the staff of the Saratoga Hospital Emergency Room for the fine care they provided to Bob. To leave a message of condolence for the family or obtain directions to the funeral home, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com .
Ed DellaValle
Lisa,
So sorry to hear about your Dad. Both him (and your uncle) we’re extremely nice to me when I was a young salesman on the road and just learning the business. He would always ask me about products,show me the shop & seemed genuinely happy when I would show up making a sales call late in the afternoon. The only time he ever gave me any static is when I showed up with a tie on a hot day and he told me to take the tie off or he wouldn’t let me in.
Your Dad was very respected in the sign trade and will be missed
Harvey & jo Brooks
Bob was an honest throughtful person. I had the pleasure of having him as a partner and friend. Bob will be missed
I know good people good to a good place.
Bob rest in peace.
Harvey and Jo
Lisa and Carol keep your spirts hi Bob is with the Lord
June Seymour
To the Hanley Family
“What the heart has once owned..it shall never lose”. (Henry Ward Beecher).
May the love of all around you bring you strength and consolation. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sorrowful time.
With deepest sympathy
Ron and June Seymour
Lorie Apperson
While I never had the good fortune to meet Robert, I am good friends with his daughter Lisa and know that he must have be some great fellow to raise such a precious, thoughtful and fun woman. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this difficult time. God bless you all.
Lorie Apperson
ANS Signs, Inc.
Jack Protesto
Lisa,
Vince and I are very sorry to hear about your Dad. I often think about Bob and how much, my brother Bob and I enjoyed his companionship during the WSA meetings. Your Dad helped me feel very comfortable and insured I was part of the group when I first attending the meetings after Bob’s passing. I remember always looking forward to seeing him at our next event, and how disappointed to find out he was retiring out of our group. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Dave, and all your families.
Jack
Lynn and Tim Sorrentino (and family)
Carol (and family),
We thank Jesus Christ for blessing our lives with Bob (and all of you) over the years. From his smile to his playful sense of humor, to “squirrel-hunting” in the backyard, he will forever live in our hearts as one of the great men of God. His mission was always to share love and compassion while demonstrating the love of the Lord in all he said and did. Please know you are all in our prayers and we are just a phone call and short drive away if you need ANYTHING. We love you and are here for you as you go through this challenging time of grief. You are not alone. Remember this when you need encouragement: “I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “Plans to encourage you, to lift you up, to bless and prosper you and never to harm you.” (Jeremiah 29:11). We love you!!
Lynn and Tim (Hannah, Dina, Min and Giovanni)
Ken & Betty Seyboth
Hi Carol…after receiving the news of Bob’s passing Betty and I began to reflect on the good times we had back when Bob was in good health at camp. He could be such a comedian and realy embrace us with his gentle spirit almost every time we had occasion to talk or interact. Best part of this life experience is knowing the fact he now is with the Lord and basking in His neverending glory and that when He calls , you too will be in the same heavenly place. The house He has gone ahead and prepared for you and Bob will be eternal. Our thoughts are focused on you and yours and our prayers are one’s asking for peace, restfulness and joy in knowing the price was paid more then 2000 years ago. God bless you.
Ken and Betty Seyboth
Dan & Debbie Jones
We love you and are praying for you, Carol. We will miss Bob but he’s having a good time now with the Lord!
ann & allan stearns
We were so sorry to hear about Bob,s passing. He is no longer in pain and is in the hands of the lord.
May he rest in peace.
our prayers are with you Carol and the family
You and Bob were good neighbors and very special to us, We love you and will be praying for you and the family
We all at West Wind will miss Bob very much as he was a great neighbor and friend, He always had something funny to say.
Love Ann & Allan Stearns
Pat Larkin
Dearest Carol – What a blessing it has been to know both you and Bob. We will always treasure the time we were able to spend with you. Some of the most precious times were spent in shared worship at New Hope. We will always cherish our memory of Bob. We love you and wish we could be with you.
Blessings, Dave and Pat
Deb Best
Jen and Lisa:
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for sharing your wonderful stories about your dad over the years: the love you have for each other shines through.
Blessings always,
Deb Best
Bette Hunt
Carol and family – your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Wonderful memories will keep Bob close to you all.
Paul & Bette Hunt and Shelly Hunt James
Charles and Diane Wieland
Dear Carol,
So sorry to hear about the passing of Bob, we really enjoyed our visits to Naples and the times we shared with you both.
Your are in our thoughts and prayers and know that Bob is a better place and looking down on his family and friends. Our lives were enriched knowing him and you.
God Bless you and your family,
Diane and Charles Wieland
Rena Collins
Lord, if there were words that could heal a heart, I would speak them. If there were songs that could fill the emptiness, I would sing them. If there were arms big enough to hold the loss, I would extend them. But only You, Lord, can offer these precious mercies. In Your grace, please grant them, Lord.
Thinking of you Carol and praying God’s love encompasses you during this time. In His love, Rena Collins, Naples FL
Bruce, Adena and all from here in Maine
Lisa and Family
My body just stopped when I heard this news………..Our hearts, our thoughts and our sympathy go out to you all. Bob and your Mom touched my life and I’ll be forever grateful……….
Bruce & Adena
Karen McDonald
To the Hanley family………I am so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. I have many fond memories of him from my teen years, and he always made me feel welcome in your home. He could also always make me laugh! He is in a wonderful place now and watching over all of you. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless, Karen, Bill and boys
Pat & Bill Lawrensen
So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He realy was a wonderful man and I enjoyed him everytime we met.
Prayers for you Carol and Lisa, Erin and Jenny.
God Bless you all.
Craig Wehrenberg
Hi Lisa,
Tracey and I are so sorry for the loss of your dad.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
All the best,
Craig & Tracey Wehrenberg
Chalene Nelson-Bleichert
Carol (and family)
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Bob was a wonderful man who could always be counted on for a smile and to lend a hand to a neighbor in need. I certainly miss the days of being close by in Milton Oaks to share in each others lives. Bob was a special man and a wonderful husband to you Carol. You could always see the love you had for each other. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of grief. May you find comfort and peace.
Chalene Bleichert
Denise Sheriff
Lisa, Dave and Sammie,
So sorry to hear about your dad and grandfather. He and your mom were always so nice whenever we saw them. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. May your memories help to comfort you in the days ahead.
Denise, Jim, Ashley, Daniel, Jeffrey and Connor Sheriff
Monique Malenfant
ALL: I was so sorry to hear about Bob’s passing….
My sincere condolences,
Monique
Kim, Dave and Steve Perone
Erin,
I am so sorry for the loss of your father! Your parents are so loving and I remember all the times we would sit together at baseball games. God Bless you all. My heart hurts for you. God Bless,
Kim
Carol Martz Kiddle
Carol,
I was so sorry to read of Bob’s death. I have such fond memories of you both at the lake. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I lost my David in October and know how hard this time can be for you all. Remember he will always be with you in your heart.
Ed & Judy Redder
Carol and Family,
It’s the everyday friendship, the quiet sharing, lending a hand or cracking a joke, shouting out to one another (from our driveways)
“come on over for coffee” that feeds the body and soul. There was nothing like 2 grown men and their sarcastic remarks as to had the better lawn. One day Bob was talking to Ed when Quincy relieved himself on Ed’s cherished lawn. Bob apologized but Ed said ” that’s okay Bob, Quincy never gets to relieve himself on a real lawn”. We miss the friendship and Bob will always be in our hearts and minds. Love you, Carol.
Judy & Ed Redder
Cyndi Nixon
Lisa,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cyndi and Tim
Catherine (Aalto) Moreno
Carol, Lisa, Erin and Jennifer,
I am so sorry to hear that “Mr. Hanley” passed away. My Mom called and let me know. It has been a long time since I have seen any of you but my heart felt feelings remain as they always have with all of you. Erin was my best friend growing up! Lisa was a great friend too! I practically lived at the Hanley’s alot of my pre-teen and teen years. Mr & Mrs Hanley treated me like one of their own daughters. I was always welcomed, that is just the way it was! It is amazing to me that what was instilled by both of you has remained with me. I remember you both loving one another so much and the good times I had with all of you. I remember going to church and what a great experience that was and how that has remained with me always. He was a great man, Husband and Father. His strength, wisdom and personality shined like no other along with a big smile! I have fond memories with all of you and I wish I could be there in person for condolences. My heart, thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of sorrow.
Love Always,
Cathie (Aalto) Moreno
Bob & Joan Ives
Hello Carol,
I first met Bob and Jim when working with New York Telephone. It was when they had first begun the sign business. Liked Bob right away and later both he and Jim joined the Exc . Assoc. sat with Bob many times for lunch an or dinner. Of course you were there often also. I think the last time I met you and Bob together was while shopping In Naples.
Bob always had a smile and a great sense of humor. I’ll miss not bumping into him in FL, he was a wonderful guy.
God bless you in this difficult time. Bob Ives
Bill Rosch
Lisa
I saw the obit yesterday and was saddened by the news…My very best thoughts and prayers to your family
God Bless
Bill Rosch
Rick & Debbie Marshall
Dear Carol:
My deepest sympathy for you and your family. Bob was a very good man and I enjoyed working with him for 10 years. Bob had an ability to make anyone he met feel upbeat. I will miss him.
Rick & Debbie Marshall
JOY MARIE JIRAK
Robert was very nice person. I know Robert when he lived in Ballston Lake ny. I will miss him very much.
Rose Kothman
We extend our most sincere condolences to all of you at this very difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing that your husband/father/grandfather is resting in the arms of his Creator. May it also bring you comfort to know that you will see him again someday, and that this is not the end, but only a temporary seperation. We will keep you continually in our prayers.
Love, Geoff, Rose, Aaron, and Andrew Kothman and Lucille Zocchi
Ken and Toni Morelock
Dear Carol and Family,
Our hearts and prayers are with you. Know Bob’s struggle was long and difficult. Also know that he is now in perfect peace and joined that ‘great cloud of witnesses’ seeing Jesus face to face.
May all the comfort and peace of God in Christ Jesus truly manifest now and leave the memories that not only bring tears but bring contentment and much laughter.
We love you Sis. So grateful to have had you and Bob down here @NHM even for a short while.
Steve
Having Dad for the short time I had with him was a gift from God. Thank you for sharing him with me
steve
The Gaspary Family, Mernie and Fred
To the whole Hanley family,
We were all so sad to hear of Bob’s passing. The first thought that came to our minds was that he is finally out of pain. Somehow that made his passing a little easier for us to accept. The second thought that came to our minds was how hard it is for his loved ones to lose him. That made his passing very hard to bear. We know all to well what is is like to lose someone that we thought would be with us forever but over time came to realize that they are still here with us. Not in the physical sense but in the spiritual one and they are sending us signs all the time. When times are tough or happy or the memories are flowing is the time when they are closest to us. Always look for the signs because they will be there. We know that for a fact because (Ralph, dad, Mr. O) sends them to us all the time.
Sending you all our love and prayers at this difficult time in your lives.
Brian,Greg and Gus DeSAnty
Dear Lisa
So sorry to hear about your Dad,he was an outstanding person and businessman and was one of the reasons we joined the WSA. He will be missed but never forgotten.
Best Wishes always
Brian ,Greg and Gus DeSanty
Bob and Lucy Verhagen
It was terribly distressing to hear of Bob’s passing. The two of you have been close friends since our early twenties in Rochester. Lucy and I were discussing all the good times we had as neighbors and co-workers. Bob was one of the most humorous people I have ever met..
Bob and Lucy
Patty Burk
Carol and Family,
So sorry abour Bobby. He was a great person. Always so much
fun. He will be greatly missed. He is at peace now.
Love, Patty
Todd Dorn
Dear Mrs. Hanley, Lisa, Erin, Jennifer & Families,
I’m so very sorry to hear about Mr. Hanley. I have so many fond memories of the times our families shared together. I’ll never forget his smiling face, joking nature and kindness. I certainly know why he and Dad got along so well together.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love,
Todd, Kim, Garry, Matthew & Andrew
Peter & Sharon Schug
Carol,
We were really sorry to hear that Bob has passed. I knew that
he was not good last winter.
Please accept out condolence for his passing.
Perhaps we will see you this winter.
Regards,
Pete and Sharon
Tony & Karan Brown
Carol & Family
Tony & I will keep you all in our prayers. I’m so grateful we got to see you both this past winter. He was such a wonderful man. Lively, funny, caring, God loving man. The best of the best. We know he is with the Lord, no more suffering. I will not forget what he last said to me, as I was leaving your house that evening. He looked at me and said we’re going to beat this. So sincere, so touching, so meaningful. It means so much to me having shared our thoughts. Carol, my heart goes out to you, I’ll pray for strength and endurance for you and the family. God Loves You All
We love you,
Tony & Karan Brown