Robert J. Sostorecz, 69, of Ormond Beach, FL, formerly of Easton, passed away suddenly on Sunday, February 1, 2015 with his wife by his side. Born July 25, 1945 in Easton, PA, he was the son of the late Eugene and Irene (Sule) Sostarecz. He and the love of his life Jessie were married for 27 years.
Bob was a graduate of Easton High School Class of 1963 and Northampton Community College. He was a firefighter for the City of Easton for 28 years before retiring in 1997 with the rank of Captain. After moving to Daytona Beach, FL he began a second career with Daytona Speedway and NASCAR for 13 years. Bob was a friend to all he met and always found the good in everyone. He was a lifelong Green Bay Packers fan, enjoyed living and every day was an adventure.
He is survived by his wife, Jessie; brothers: Eugene and his wife Joan of Bethlehem Twp., PA, Craig and his wife Janice, Jeffery and his wife Nanci all of Easton; sister: Sandy Koch and her husband Norman of Bethlehem Twp., PA; sons: Richard and Jeffery; grandchildren; nephews and nieces: Jay, Michael, James, Ryan, Eric, Melanie, Kristi, Mandy, Stacey, Taylor and Janice. His sister Jean and brother James died earlier.
A Memorial Service will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 12 in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, PA with a calling period from 9 to 10:30 a.m.
Contributions in his memory may be made to Common Sense for Animals, P.O. Box 589, Broadway, NJ 08808.
Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Bonnie Lee Pullo
February 5, 2015 at 11:05 pm
so sad for the loss of Bob! I was very shocked! My heart felt sympathy goes out to June and their children Ricky and wife Sandy and Jeffrey and his family and grandchildren Sammy and Dillian! Friends, Bonnie Pullo
Sam & Dottie Sanguinito
February 6, 2015 at 12:20 am
Jess, Dottie & I send our condolence. Florida won’t be the same without him. Always remember the good times at Hooligan’s & Daytona Race track. He was one of the best friends anyone could ask for. Gone way to soon !
Mark Lacy
February 6, 2015 at 7:21 am
Bob will be missed greatly. I first met Bob at the speedway working for him with my father. We became fast friends. Now Bob and my father are watching the dolphins playing in the surf together again.
Sue and Bob Dantinne
February 6, 2015 at 7:56 am
Bob, You will be forever loved and missed. What a great friend you have been.
Love, Sue and Bob Dantinne
Bonnie Lee Pullo
February 6, 2015 at 8:51 am
I’m so sad for the loss of a friend way to soon! Everyday I wake up and I can’t believe he is gone! Memories of countless firehouse functions, camping in the Poconos at several campsite, sitting by the fire, laughing and playing with the kids! We even had English springer spaniel brother puppies together! Shaker and Mouser! Fond memories of drag racing up and down Northampton St. All mustang scavenger hunts with all our mustangs! Bob was a driver in our 5 mustang wedding! Fond memories of sitting in our mustangs at Jimmy’s hot dog stand laughing before we would go to the next place! Our children grew up together and our grandchildren did also and are still friends today! He will be sadly missed for love and happiness and memories of a life he could have had with his family! My heartfelt sympathies also go to his wonderful close brothers, Gene, Jeffrey, Craig and their families .
Chris & Andy Kiskeravage
February 6, 2015 at 10:44 am
Deepest sympathy for Bob’s family, he was a great man. Fond memories of LasVegas International Firefighter Games, and all the Firehouse parties with the kids. May his sons find peace in knowing what a nice man and friend he was to many.
Mike Collins
February 6, 2015 at 1:03 pm
Craig, Jeff, Rick and families. My deepest sympathy to all of you on Bob’s passing. May he rest in peace.
Joe Mercado
February 6, 2015 at 6:44 pm
I first met Bob through the neighbors of Bushkill Street. Since the day I was first introduced he always went out of his way to say hello and always had a smile. Sorry to hear of the loss. Deepest sympathies to his wife and entire family
Matt Gilbert
February 6, 2015 at 8:39 pm
My condolences to Jessie and the entire Sostorecz family. I have many fond memories of Bob like camping with him and Jeff and Rick, playing football at the quad ( you guys always won) watching the races, shooting doves at the family farm, trout fishing in the Bushkill, and honking the horn on the fire truck as he passed the house at all hours of the day or night! All great times. He inspired me to join the fire service! Rest in peace Bob!
Debra Beahm
February 6, 2015 at 10:23 pm
My sincere condolences go out to Bobs wife Jesse, his brothers, Gene, Craig and Jeff. Sister Sandy as well. I will never forget the kindness Bob always showed me. Never a bad word and non judgemental . Thank you for loving your niece, my daughter Melanie, and granddaughter Madison! They loved you dearly! You will be missed by many. My God keep you in his loving hands, and look after all your loved ones!
Agape Love
Debby Beahm
Jeff gilbert
February 7, 2015 at 3:55 pm
Will always remember “Mr s” and the great times we had. Fishing, hunting, beer and fun with our kids. My thoughts are with Jeff and rick. And all my firefighter friends from easton. I know Bob is happy.
Michael Koch
February 8, 2015 at 10:40 am
Our condolences to your family. May he rest in peace. Joanne, Michael, and Christopher Koch.
Wayne & Linda Rinker
February 8, 2015 at 4:32 pm
Bob was a great guy, fun to be around and always had fun things to say, He loved the Packers and the outdoors, motorcycles, and racing. He was fun to be around. Just wish I could of hung with him alittle longer. We will miss him very much.
There is a empty spot in the world now.
Love Wayne and Linda
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Shirley and Larry Supp
February 9, 2015 at 1:17 pm
Such sad news and a great loss for you much too soon. You and Bob still had a lot of happy living to do together! Sending our love and sympathy to you and his family.
Our thoughts are with you,
Shirley and Larry
Bev (Martin) King
February 9, 2015 at 3:26 pm
So sorry to hear about Bob — We were high school classmates and good friends.
The memory of love is a memory that lives forever.
Pam Stocker
February 10, 2015 at 1:43 pm
So sorry to hear about Bob. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this time of sorrow..
Robert & Susan Sallavanti, Dalton, PA
May 21, 2016 at 12:11 am
Jessie: We just learned about Bob’s death and are very upset at this horrible news. What condolences can one extend to a loving wife when her beloved passes? Belated as it may be, we grieve for Bob with you. May Almighty God grant eternal rest to his soul. And May He also bless and comfort you. You are a good person, Jessie, whom we had the pleasure and good fortune of knowing for a long time and we treasure the memories. If and/or when you feel like it, please be in contact with us or just pay us a visit.
With our fondest regards accompanied by our sad and deepest regrets,
Bob & Susan