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Robert F. Papaleoni

1947 - 2022

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Dan Cummings lit a candle

Tuesday, September 13, 2022

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Zach and everyone…I was out of town for the services, but I want you all to know…I worked in Syracuse TV for 37 years and never worked with a nicer, more gentle…gentleman. A pro from the word “go” …and he was always more than willing to patiently share his experience and wisdom with a younger guy just trying to learn how to do things right. And when I learned of his music background, I became a star-struck colleague! Here I am, working at Channel 9, with the guy who played with The Free Design on “Kites are Fun”…and so much more. I grew up listening to that song on the radio, and I grew as a TV news reporter and anchor just by having the chance to work with Pappy. May he Rest In Peace. And may his family be comforted by knowing that Bob Papaleoni made the days of so many people better, simply by being in his presence. Dan Cummings

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Pauline Merakis pledged to donate to The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration

Saturday, September 10, 2022

With our deepest condolences. Bob will be deeply missed, may the great memories last forever ❤️

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Debbie Brisk posted a condolence

Saturday, September 10, 2022

Wish we could be there with you all to celebrate Bob's life. He meant a lot to Scott & he was not just one of the BEST drummers he was a yop notch quality human being and friend. May The Lord's grace cover your family as you grieve. Debbie Brisk (Scott)

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Michael G. Davis posted a condolence

Saturday, September 10, 2022

It was a joy to know Bob. It was an honor to play music with him.

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Sandra Dedrick uploaded photo(s)

Saturday, September 3, 2022

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We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Bob! He was our drummer and percussionist in the early years of The Free Design and we felt so fortunate to have such a talented and sensitive musician with us. Pappy, as we called him was also a great friend and was always there for us. He seemed like a brother and we had such fun together making music. We will never forget him and we send our heartfelt condolences to his family. Bruce, Sandy and Ellen

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Jason Dedrick posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 31, 2022

I first met Bob when he was drumming with my siblings in the Free Design in the 1960s. I was fortunate to meet him again and become friends when we moved to Syracuse in 2009. Bob played with us when we performed as the Free Design at the Syracuse ALS Walk and an ALS fundraising concert in 2013. We had a lot of fun rehearsing and performing those old songs together. I was very sad to hear of his passing. Condolences to his family and friends. ALS Concert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtVa80Syqyc

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Larry Luttinger posted a condolence

Monday, August 29, 2022

I still vividly remember watching Bobby perform when we were all kids coming up through the local music scene. I'll always be in awe of his musicianship and his ability to have fun both on and off stage. He was world-class and a joy to know as a friend. Every conversation was filled with laughter. God bless you, Bobby, and your entire family.

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Carl Greco pledged to donate to The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration

Friday, August 26, 2022

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John A Fedele posted a condolence

Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Saddened to hear of the passing of Robert. A great musician and friend. Fond memories of our high school days.

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Susan Ostuni posted a condolence

Monday, August 22, 2022

My heart is heavy to see that my childhood friend has passed. We grew up on Alice Ave in Solvay, Robert’s mom Rose was my god mother, God Bless you Robert and thinking of the family you left behind. Your longtime friend Susan Tacy

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Monday, August 22, 2022

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We've lost a piece of our collective musical history. Bobby Papalioni (seated) was a class act, solid drummer/percussionist, and incredible showman on stage. I had the privilege of being on the road with him from 1972-1974 performing in some of the best show rooms in 35 of the United States. He will missed dearly. Condolences to Robin and the entire Papalioni family.Rest in peace my friend.

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Susan Ostuni Posted Aug 22, 2022 at 10:24 PM

Beautifully said Frank, as we remember Robert.

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Susan Lenweaver Monagle posted a condolence

Monday, August 22, 2022

Very sorry and sad to hear of Robert's passing. Sincere sympathies to his family!

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Chris Grosso posted a condolence

Monday, August 22, 2022

I was so sorry to hear about Bob’s passing. His love for the Lord was an example in my life. The fact that were are both drummers that worked in the video industry was always a bond that we had. I will always remember our time in “Psalm Drummers” and the times we had sharing and fellowshipping in that group. Michelle and I were honored to attend he and Robin’s wedding and our condolences go out to her and the rest of the family. “By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another” John 13:35…this verse will always remind me of Bob.

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Robbie Wells posted a condolence

Sunday, August 21, 2022

My condolences go out to all of Bob's family. He was a good old friend for a long time and I'm sorry to see him go. Rest in peace Bob as you were one of the good guys from Solvay.Robbie Wells

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Tony DeSpirito posted a condolence

Sunday, August 21, 2022

To Robin and Zack, I have had the pleasure of calling Rober my brother from another mother all my life. He was my brothers bestfriend. So I grew up with two brothers. I remember sitting on the basement stairs on Alice Ave. and watching his band rehearse many many times. The great music that came from there. We traveled many times to NYC to visit my brother, spent a week in Jamaica and had many dishes of polenta and chicken that his mom Rose would cook for us. I know now those talented hands are working and hitting those drums like never before. So when you find Bigger up there give him a hug for me and go on some road trips with him like the ones in the past. Your brother from another mother Antoine

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Cathy Baratta posted a condolence

Sunday, August 21, 2022

My condolences to Zack and family. I will never forget when I was in elementary school Robert and The Free Design was on the Mike Douglas Show. My grandmother ( his aunt) was the only family member who had a color console TV. All the Barattas gathered around the TV that late afternoon to watch. His mom, my great Aunt Rose, was out of her mind with pride. " My Robert" she kept saying as she tapped her feet and clapped her hands. And I had a rock star cousin on TV! How cool was that! Afterwards, it was a typical Baratta food frenzy, which Bob would have loved . Then weeks later they were on Merv Griffin! We all gathered, cheered and ate once again! RIP "Robert."

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Skip Miceli lit a candle

Sunday, August 21, 2022

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My deepest sympathies to the Papaleoni family. Bobby was one of the best drummers in the Syracuse area and a great talent on stage. Enjoyed seeing him with Sail at home and on the road. Many great memories my deepest sympathies and condolences he surely will be missed rest in peace Bobby

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Marcia Breen-Borst posted a condolence

Sunday, August 21, 2022

Goodbye, my old friend. Sincere condolences to his family.

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A friend posted a condolence

Saturday, August 20, 2022

To Bob's Family, I was a co worker at the cable station. He brought sunshine to the room whenever he walked in. Everyone loved and respected Bob. What a great human being . I feel it was a privilege just to have known him. His soul will live on forever in the most beautiful place, and you will see him again.

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Florence Rossi Layton lit a candle

Saturday, August 20, 2022

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So very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. We were classmates and graduated together. He was not only a very talented guy he was a great guy. The heavens are rocking ....R.I.P. Bob Florence Rossi Layton

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022

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