Robert William Kear

March 13, 1937 - July 21, 2017

Robert William Kear, a resident of Cortlandt Manor, passed away peacefully July 21, 2017 with family by his side. Robert aka Bob, Zeke the Rattler, Herbie Sheetrocker, was born in Ossining, NY March 13, 1937. With family deep rooted in the community, he stayed close to raise his two children Debbie and Tim in Yorktown Heights. Zeke was an electrician by trade and member of the Brotherhood of Electricians Local 3. He was proud to have wired many buildings in Westchester County and advised on numerous projects. Some of his favorite past times were walking in Depew Park, stripping copper wire in the basement, reading his daily paper at his good friend Harold’s, feeding his squirrels, and spoiling the family dogs by feeding them his own lunch. Our Dad / Grandfather was the most unique person we have ever met. He Loved us unconditionally in his own individual way with a sense of unsaid protection over us. Zeke was special man to us who held onto us right to the very end. He was the pillar in our family and will be greatly missed. He is survived by his children Deb (Bill) & Tim, grandchildren Lindsey, Heather, Austin, Butch, Lisa, Joseph, 9 great grandchildren,brother John (Patty), sister Nancy (John),and Beth aka Ruth. He was predeceased by his sister Jean. In celebration of Bob’s life, a graveside service will be held at Hillside Cemetery, Cortlandt Manor, on Wed 7/26 11am. Visiting at Dorsey- Carlone Funeral Home 1100 Cortlandt St Peekskill, NY on Tues 7/25, 4pm-7pm. In Lieu of flowers donations to The American Diabetes Association ( www.diabetes.org ) or American Lung Association ( www.lung.org ) in Zeke's memory are appreciated.