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Robert A. Bly

Robert Allen “Bob” Bly, 59, of Derrick City, passed away peacefully at his home on December 3, 2025.

He was born November 11, 1966, in Bradford, a son of James Bly of Bradford, and the late Nancy Bly. He was a 1984 graduate of Smethport Area High School.

Bob was currently employed as a Foreman at Alleghany Industrial Insulation of Lewis Run. Prior to that, he worked as a Foreman for many years at DM Industries.

His passion was coaching the Fretz boys’ soccer team for five years and being involved in Bradford United Travel Soccer. He passed this passion down to his son Colton and has traveled with him to many soccer tournaments through the years. 

Bob was first and foremost a hard worker running jobs and traveling extensively to provide for his family, which he truly cherished. He was a proud father to Colton and Cody. Colton is a US soccer coach, educator and founder of Twin Tiers Soccer club. Cody is an Engineering Supervisor at Keystone Powdered Metal of Lewis Run, and co-founder of Twin Tiers Development LLC. 

Bob loved family gatherings and picnics, his golden retrievers, hunting and fishing with his son Cody, and enjoying a wood fire in the garage with his dad. He was also an avid Cleveland Browns fan along with both his sons. They shared that love for football every game day and traveled to see the Browns many times together.

Bob is survived by his wife Tina Marie (Newman) Bly of 34 years, two sons Colton Allen (Brooke) Bly of Olean, NY and Cody James (Destiny Fitton) Bly of Bradford, his father and stepmother, James (Donna) Bly of Bradford. Bob is married into a large family and is survived by several sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, and nieces and nephews, all who will cherish his memory always. 

He was preceded in death by his mother, Nancy Bly, maternal grandparents Joseph and Frances Simsick, paternal grandparents Raymond and Betty Bly, and nephew Todd Burt. 

Family will receive friends on Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. 372 East Main Street, followed by funeral services at 3:00pm with Fr. Jim Gutting, officiating.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to No Feline Left Behind, P.O. Box 783, Bradford, PA 16701.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

 

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

I will always remember the laughter we had together and great times I had with him in high school. He always was willing to help me if I needed He will be missed.
— Troy Appleby

You will be missed. Amazing uncle, father, husband, and friend.
— Melissa McAvoy

Tina & Family. So sorry to hear of Bob passing. He went all through school with my daughter and was always a friend of mine. I frequently had Weds. supper with him at Togi''s and always had a lots of laughs. He will be missed..
— Jack Gorton

Tina, Cody, Colton and all of Bob''s loved ones...I am so so sorry for your loss. Gone too soon. Stay close to each other more so than ever. Hang on to those memories and always look forward.
— Lisa (McKean) Colella

Tina, boys, and family, we’re so sorry for this very unexpected loss. May you find peace and comfort in all of those who love your family. Prayers and love
— Mimi and Mike Cahill

So sorry for your lose. I worked with Bob at DM Industries for a little while and have enjoyed his friendship every since. He will be greatly missed.
— Jess Jones

We are so sorry to hear this news. Know that we have you and your family in our thoughts. Sending you our love
— Brian and Joan (Conkle) Colton

So very very sorry for your loss. Bob was a great guy and friend. Sending thoughts and prayers to his entire family... RIP Bob. You will be missed
— Pick Zimbardi

Cody, so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and family.
— Val Abrams

Tina, Colton, Cody and James, all who love Bob. Spending a lot of time in Gifford I got to know Bob, Jim and Nancy. I am so deeply saddened the loss you all are going through. I know how much he adored his family. He and I had a common love for the Browns. Please know you are being uplifted and prayer to our Lord Jesus for strength and peace and you go through this trial. I pray the Holy Spirit our comforter will blanket you with His comfort is only He can. Bob will be so missed.
— Eve Hartle

Tina, Colton and Cody, I''m shocked and sad to hear this terrible news. Bob and I grew up in Gifford together. He was too young and full of life to go right now. I don''t understand why these things happen the way they do, but I will miss seeing him around town. He was a ray of sunshine with his constant smile and good nature. I pray God will comfort you all.
— Robin Palmer

Tina, Colton and Cody I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for strength during this difficult time. May all of the memories you have bring you comfort.
— Brittany Raabe and Nate Bottorf

Truly sorry for your loss. Graduated with Bob, he was a great guy, my deepest condolences go out to your whole family. Bob will be missed.
— Benjamin F Babcox

Sending our most sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathies to Tina, Colton, and Cody. Bob was an incredible family man and a great friend to many. He will surely be missed, but never forgotten.
— Coast Family

An awesome friend since first grade, a hilltop bud, saved my life, so, so sorry!
— CHAUNCEY KAN

Tina, Colton, and Cody I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was such a great man. I have many fond memories of our childhood on the hilltop. I just can''t believe he is gone so young. My thoughts and prayers are with all of your during this difficult time.
— Lisa Tarbox

Bob, you will be so missed!!! Love, and prayers to the entire family!!! ??????
— Julia Relyea

Sorry for your loss, Bob always brought positive energy to a job and was a good friend. He was a hard worker and a master of his craft. He will be missed by many of us tradesmen.
— Wade Bartlett

Cody, So sorry for your loss. thoughts and prayers for you and your entire family.
— Brian Frutiger

Tina and family, very sorry for your loss. I will always cherish the years spent helping Bob on the soccer field. It has been a privileged to have known him.
— Kim and Dana Wells

Tina, Colton and Cody. Sending comfort and support during this time. With Love, Tom and Barb Messer
— Barbara Messer

Condolences

  • I will always remember the laughter we had together and great times I had with him in high school. He always was willing to help me if I needed He will be missed.

    — Troy Appleby

  • You will be missed. Amazing uncle, father, husband, and friend.

    — Melissa McAvoy

  • Tina & Family. So sorry to hear of Bob passing. He went all through school with my daughter and was always a friend of mine. I frequently had Weds. supper with him at Togi''s and always had a lots of laughs. He will be missed..

    — Jack Gorton

  • Tina, Cody, Colton and all of Bob''s loved ones...I am so so sorry for your loss. Gone too soon. Stay close to each other more so than ever. Hang on to those memories and always look forward.

    — Lisa (McKean) Colella

  • Tina, boys, and family, we’re so sorry for this very unexpected loss. May you find peace and comfort in all of those who love your family. Prayers and love

    — Mimi and Mike Cahill

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