Robert Bird Obituary

On April 21st, Robert L. Bird of Spring Brook Twp. passed away at age 93 from complications of multiple myeloma. He was the son of Hugh and Grace Bird in Scranton. He was born Sept. 1, 1929. He graduated from Tech High School in 1947. He was in the 79th Division Army Reserve (cross of Lorraine), for which he played trombone in the band. He also played in his high school and Crystal Band. He started his railroad career in the baggage room of the Lackawanna Station. From there, he became a railroad fireman and advanced to engineer. Then Erie, and then finally Conrail, from which he retired in 1991. He was a member of the Maple Lake United Methodist Church, also associated with Spring Brook Congregational Church. He is survived by his wife, Shirley; and children, Thomas Harold Bird, and wife Cindy; daughter, Carol Lynn Baljunas, and husband Mike; grandchildren, Ronald and Robert Bird, Holly Learn, Alyssa and Jenna Baljunas. Great grandchild, Nicholas Bird. And nieces, Ellen Nagel and Conny Arbochus. In addition to parents, proceeded in death by two brothers, Russell and Harold; and sister, Alice. Bob loved his family with his whole heart. Having been married almost 67 years, he and his wife Shirley shared a truly special relationship adored by all. Who Bob especially adored, however, were his grandchildren. With every moment spent with them, he never forgot to tell them how proud he was of them and their accomplishments. Among his favorite activities was attending family parties, which always left him with many laughs and fond memories, especially with his own children. His fun times weren't limited to family parties, however. His enthusiastic spirit even encouraged him to ride Disney rides in his 80s! He has filmed countless videos of these experiences, capturing many of his favorite moments of his grandchildren when they were little. Some of his other passions were listening to big band music and playing trombone, which he had done throughout his whole life. Apart from being a musician, he is also recognized as a life-long Yankees fan. Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 11 a. m. in the Spring Brook Congregational Church, Route 502, Spring Brook Twp. , Pa. Friends will be received on Tuesday from 4 until 7 p. m. at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Maple Lake United Methodist Church