Robert R. "Uncle Bob" Slonecker

Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory

Obituaries | The Tube City Almanac | May 01, 2024

Robert R. "Uncle Bob" Slonecker, 87, of Buena Vista, passed away Friday, April 26, 2024. He was born August 27, 1936 in Lowber and was the son of the late Raymond and Mabel (May) Slonecker. He was the husband of the late Jean (Landini) Slonecker, who passed away July 2, 2009. He was known by many people as "Uncle Bob." He enjoyed hunting, fishing, picking wild berries and spending time with his friends and family. He kept his independence his entire life still driving his car at age 87.

He is survived by his son, Scott Slonecker of Clearwater, FL; niece Susan Prota of Monongahela; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by his nephew, Michael Prota. There is no visitation. Private inurnment will take place at West Newton Cemetery. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com

Originally published May 01, 2024.

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