Robert Raunick Obituary

Robert John Raunick, born June 20, 1929, passed away on September 10, 2023 at the age of 94. He was the son of the late Allen H. Raunick and the late Maybelle Bosse. Bob grew up in the Nassau area and was a resident of Schodack, N. Y. for most of his life. He attended and was a graduate of Phillip Schuyler High School so that he could learn the machinist trade. Bob worked at the Watervliet Arsenal as a machinist and retired as a foreman after 34 years of service. In his spare time, Bob liked to fix televisions, radios and anything else in need of repair, often persevering beyond the time most people would have given up on the effort. Bob served as a deacon in the East Greenbush Reformed Church, helped maintain the grounds of the East Greenbush Cemetery and was the Town of Schodack Fire Commissioner for several years. Bob and his wife, Elsie, enjoyed square dancing, going on many cruises, touring the United States and visiting several European countries. They also spent 25 years wintering in Hollywood and Sarasota Florida where they played shuffleboard and bingo with the many friends they met. Bob is survived by his wife of 72 years, Elsie, daughter Debbie (Wally) Adelmann, son John (Linda) Raunick, grandchildren Amy Raunick, Melissa (Bryan) Michels, and Chris (Meg) Adelmann. Additionally, he has 5 great grandchildren, Bryce, Dylan, Claire, Andrew and Eleanor. He also leaves behind a sister-in-law, Margaret (Paul) Miller, as well as, several nieces and nephews. He was pre-deceased by his brother and sister-in-law, Don and Grace Raunick. Bob's family was the love of his life. Visiting hours will take place at William J. Rockefeller Funeral Home on Saturday, September 16, 2023 from 10:00 a. m. until 12:00 p. m. followed by a short service. Burial will take place at The East Greenbush Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Greenbush Reformed Church.