Robert E. McCann
Robert E. McCann, 74, a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother, of 31 Langmaid Lane, Bradford, passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2015, surrounded by his loving family, at Bradford Manor.
Born December 29, 1940, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Basil and Florence (Rucinski) McCann. He was a 1959 graduate of St. Bernard High School.
On August 3, 1963 in St. Joseph Church in Mt. Jewett he married Maxine (Lerch) McCann.
He was a member of St. Bernard Church where he was a Eucharistic Minister. He taught Underwriting Courses in Olean, was a past board member for the American Cancer Society and volunteered for the Relay for Life. He was a member of the Rambler Association, Custer City Mens Club, and was an avid golfer. He was currently serving on the Zoning Board at Bradford Township.
He was employed at Kendall Refinery, later as a Sales Manager at Metropolitan Life, Sundahl Insurance, Bradford Electronics, and prior to his retirement at Smethport Specialty.
Surviving in addition to his wife Maxine of 52 years, are two daughters: Stacie A. (Rich) Riddle of Acworth GA, Susan A. (John) McCann-Piganelli of Bradford, two sons: Robert M. (Tina) McCann of Bradford and Scott A. (Michele) McCann of Bradford, one sister Kathleen "Sis" (Jack) Gilbert of Duke Center., 8 grandchildren, Patrick, William, and Kaitlin McCann, Wyatt McCann, Joshua and Sarah Riddle, Evan and Andrew Piganelli, one great grandaughter Peyton McCann one uncle Al Pepper of Canton OH, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one daughter, Kristin Anne McCann who died November 21, 1985, and one brother, Richard McCann.
Family will be receiving friends Thursday October 1, 2015 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm at the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. 372 East Main St., where a prayer service will be held at 9:30am Friday, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00am in St. Bernard Church with Rev. Raymond Gramata, Pastor as Celebrant. Burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to: St. Bernard Elementary School, Evergreen Elm, Care for Children, or the charity of the donor’s choice.
On line condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
All Condolences -
Sis, Jack & Family
Thoughts and prayers are with you today in the loss of your brother and in the days ahead! God Bless
— Mike & Sandy Williams
Our deepest sympathy to all the McCann family. We were so sad to just hear of your loved ones passing and are sorry we did not attend his services. He was such a great guy who always had a smile and a kind word to say when we ran into him. He will be missed. Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. May he rest in eternal peace.
— Marty & Kris Sapko
Dear McCann family,
My heart goes out to you in this moment of sorrow. Even though we cannot physically be there, we are united in prayer.
Our deepest condolences go out to Aunt Maxine, and the whole family.
Love,
Geraldine and Steve McCann
— Geraldine McCann
Dear Scott and family, deepest condolences on the loss of your father. May your fond family memories bring you peace and light during this sad time.
— Beth (Danias) Eberth
Stacie,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your father. You and your family will be in my thougths and prayers.
— Robin Lewis
Bob, you have always been a great father in law. I will miss you more than words can say. Love you,
— Michele McCann
To the McCann Family - so sorry for your loss. Bob was a very nice man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ceil and Nick Magoon
— Ceceil Magoon
Sissy
I am sorry to learn of Bobs passing. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Hugs
Judy Keenan
Leesburg Va
— Judy Keenan
We love you and our prayers are with you always.
— Sue & Mike washington
Sorry to hear of Bobs passing. A very nice man! My sympathies!
— James Halloran
To all of the McCann family, I would like send send my deepest condolences to all of you for the loss of a man I called Mr. McCann for many years growing up in Bradford Pa. I have so many great memories associated with the McCann family and these will be memories that will never fade. Again, I'm so sorry for your loss
— Greg "Spots" Sposato
Dear Bob and McCann Family:
We are sorry to learn of your father's loss. I think I knew your father from St. Bernard's services over the years.
Kindest regards
— Soriano Family
I am so sorry for the loss of your dad, Scott and Michele. He always seemed to be in such a good mood. I enjoyed seeing him walk into a room.
You and your family are in my prayers.
Mary Beth Huestis
— Mary Beth Huestis
Sissy
I am sorry to see that Bob has passed. Prayers to all of you.
Hugs and love
Judy Keenan
— Judy Keenan
I'm so so sorry for your loss.
— Magda Tsoukalas
We are so very sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful friend and we will miss him so very much. R.I.P. our dear friend. Prayers for you all.
— Mike &Sue Washington
Stacie
I know your dad was a very special man. Remember his love, laughter, and joy. Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
— Robert Odom
To the McCann Family - so sorry so your loss - Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Ceil and Nick Magoon
— Ceceil Magoon
Mrs. McCann and crew,
Know that the prayers of many are with you. Mr. McCann's death has come too suddenly for me yet, I know we are never ready for death no matter what. Let me know if there is anything I can do for you. I know I already miss this great man myself. His demeanor has made the world a better place.
May God bless and keep you, Don
— Don Konwinski
Aunt Max & Family,
My deepest sympathies to all of you. I will always remember Uncle Bob's laughter. May God bless all of you and give you comfort, strength and peace in the coming days. May your memories keep you smiling knowing he is in heaven with Kristin.
All my love, Jane
— Jane
To Maxine and family, Rosa Linda and I send our sympathies. I was his playmate, classmate and very good friend for over 60 years.God bless him. I will miss him. God Bless all of you.
— Teddy Viola
So sorry to hear this news. Bob was always so much fun to be around. We will sorely miss him and his sense of humor.
— Tim and Cherri Hayden
Sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I worked with him and made several trips to NYC while he was at Smethport Specialty. Great person, good salesman, and just a refreshing person to be around.
— James Herzog