Robert Joseph Lesko
Obituary
Robert "Bob" passed away peacefully at his home on June 16, 2022 at the age of 94. Born in Lakeside Ohio, he served in the Army, then graduated from Ohio University and later moved West to California. in 1956. He and his new bride Pat, also from Ohio, eventually ended up in Gilroy. It was there that they built their home and raised 3 kids where he lived for 62 years.
Bob was very active in both St. Mary's Church & School. His favorite event was the annual spaghetti dinner, (where there may or may not have been wine involved). Another favorite pastime was attending the home San Francisco 49ers games with his friends. Upon retiring from IBM, 23 years, he became very active with their hiking club and a local camera club. He and Pat enjoyed traveling and cruises.
He was preceded in death by his wife Pat of 64 years, daughter-in-law Nancy Lesko, son-in-law Clay Lee and 10 brothers and sisters. He leaves behind daughters Karen (Jeff), Mary Ann and son Brad (Kelly), 8 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and youngest sister Mary in Ohio. A private service was held on June 23, 2022.
Published in Gilroy Dispatch · July 20, 2022