Robert S. Blunt

BLUNT, Robert S. A resident of Big Flats passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2015 at the age of 89. Bob was born May 25, 1926 in Warwick, Ontario, Canada, a son of the late William and Mabel Foster Blunt. Bob is preceded in death by his loving wife, Marjorie Mae Brown Blunt; son, Robert Blunt Jr., brothers, William and Ivor and sisters, Marjorie, Kathleen and Sylvia. He is survived by his children, Cathleen (Michael) Schuld of Deltona, FL, Carol Shrout of Big Flats, NY, Rebecca Blunt of Big Flats, NY, and Michael (Suzanne) Blunt of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren, Daniel (Bridget) Blunt, Melissa Shrout, Jessica Schuld, Michelle Schuld, Chad Blunt, Dylan Blunt, Cameron Blunt, Connor Blunt and Sydney Blunt; great grandchildren, Joshua and Mikayla Blunt; brothers, Harvey Blunt, Howard Blunt, and Jack Blunt; sister, Helen Jackson and several nieces and nephews. Bob got his start in Canada by completing his apprenticeship as a Mason Tender . He traveled throughout Canada, Syracuse, NYC, Long Island and finally settling in Corning, NY where he started Blunt Masonry. Bob was a member of the International Union of Bricklayers & Allied Craftsman since 1944. He was a master at his trade for well over 60 years. He was well know and highly respected by his peers. Bob taught his love of masonry to his two sons and grandson. Bob was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. His selfless love for his family was demonstrated everyday of his life. He was a proud and strong man and was alway humble. His family was blessed to have such a great man in their lives. He will aways be a shining example of what a man should be. He will be deeply missed and in our hearts forever. During his leisure time Bob enjoyed music, hockey, maintaining his lawn and feeding the birds, chipmunks and squirrels. During his illness he had the loving support of his family along with the devoted daily care provided by Carol and Melissa. The family will welcome relatives and friends to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY on Saturday, November 14, 2015 from 1PM-4PM with a celebration of his life to follow. He will be laid to rest at Rural Home Cemetery alongside his wife at the convenience of the family. Condolences and words of comfort may be expressed at Bob's Book of Memories at www.sullivansfuneralhome.com