Robert E. Connors

Robert Edward Connors, 58, of Thornville, passed away on Monday, February 11, 2013 at home, with his family. He battled cancer for almost four years and was a testament to the human spirit. He was born in Brooklyn, New York on December 15, 1954. Bob enjoyed his work as a self-employed contractor and gentleman farmer.He is survived by his loving family: long time love, Pat; five children: Thomas (Stephanie) Connors, Kristina (Milo) Bullock, Jim (Diandra) Connors, Will Kohr and Patrick Kohr; eight grandchildren: Kendra Ears Woltz, Lilly Connors, Milo Bullock, TJ Connors, Ella Connors, Bryar Bullock, Allison Connors, and Robert Connors; and two brothers: Joseph Magee and Tom Connors.In addition to his mother, Elsie Marie (Magee) Schaeffer, he was preceded in death by his beloved Polar Bear.A memorial service, celebrating Bobs life, will be held at Noon on Saturday, February 16, 2013 in the Thornville home of Hoskinson-Schoedinger Funeral and Cremation Service, 56 S. Main Street. Services will also be conducted later at the New York State Fair in August.Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday, from 11:00 a.m. until the time of services at noon.Online condolences may be sent to www.hoskinsonfuneral.comHOSKINSON-Schoedinger Funeral and Cremation Service, Thornville, is honored to care for the Connors Family.