Obituary of Robert Stanley Rys

ROBERT S. RYS Latham-Robert Stanley Rys, 77 of Latham, beloved husband of Julie Anne Guralski Rys, entered into eternal life Monday, March 30, 2020 at Saratoga Hospital. Born in Troy, on July 19,1942, he was the son of the late Stanley and Bernice (Sefcik) Rys. Bob married his beloved Julie Anne Guralski on September 3, 1966 and the two shared a beautiful marriage of over 53 years. Bob was employed by NYS Dept. of Taxation & Finance in Albany for over 37 years prior to his retirement. Bob had a deep faith in God, was a loving father and grandfather, a caregiver, and enjoyed his day trips. He loved fishing, bowling, Siena basketball, the New York Yankees and the Indianapolis Colts. He was a member of the Holy Names Society at St. Ambrose and enjoyed gardening. But above all, Bob loved his family unconditionally, would do anything for them and never asked for anything in return. Survivors in addition to his wife include his children Audra (Tom Bouleris) Rys, Gregory (Rachael) Rys, Matthew (Susan) Rys, Julie (Patrick) McLoughlin, his sister Marilyn (Peter) Barron and his cherished grandchildren Isaac, Emma, Jonah, Abby, Danny, Elizabeth, Bridget, Brendan and Liam. He is also survived by his nieces and nephew. At a time when social and physical distancing is the safest option for all, a private funeral service will be held Friday at the convenience of the family at the Dufresne & Cavanaugh Funeral Home, Latham with Rev. Brian Kelly officiating. A memorial mass will be held at a date and time to be announced at St. Ambrose Church in Latham. Interment will be in St. Patrick's Cemetery in Watervliet. Donations in memory of Bob can be made to the Lewy Body Association 912 Killian Hill Road, S.W. Lilburn, GA 30047 or to St. Ambrose Church 347 Old Loudon Rd. Latham, NY 12110. The family would like to thank the staff at Wesley Springs for taking care of Bob for the last few months. For directions, information or to light a memory candle for the family please visit www.dufresneandcavanaugh.com.