Robert J. Scalise , 77, entered peacefully into eternal life on Sunday, February 24, 2019 at the Teresian House.
Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Rose and Anthony Scalise.
Bob was a graduate of St. Joseph's Academy and went on to Siena College where he obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree and then continued on to the College of St. Rose where he received his Master's Degree in Education.
Before his retirement in December 2006, Bob held positions at general Electric and the NYS Department of Education.
Bob was an avid skier, enjoyed a game of tennis, was well travelled and had a smile that just would not quit.
Bobby, as he was affectionately known, was the beloved brother of Marilyn Scalise Boice and Joan Scalise Manoni (Louis). He was the Uncle to Jennifer Sutliff and David Manoni (Ellen) and Great-Uncle to Ella, Jack and Kate Sutliff.
Please join the family for a Memorial Mass celebrating Bob's life which will be held at St. Pius X Church, 23 Crumitie Road, Loudonville, New York at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, May 13, 2019.
Bob cherished life and added joy to all who knew him.