Robert J. Stiff
Died: Feb 9, 2020
Bob was predeceased by his parents Leslie Edison Stiff and Faye Hummer Stiff, his sister Betty (Seth) Eastman, and his brother, 1st. Lt. Edison G. Stiff, a fighter pilot in WWII who was killed in action.
Bob is a U.S. Navy veteran having served during the Korean War era. Fishing, fly tying, photography and model building were his hobbies. He loved the Red Rock country of the west and made numerous trips there photographing the National Parks. He also enjoyed nature and wildlife photography, and he and Joanne traveled extensively both in the U.S. and Europe. Bob spent the bulk of his working life in the fine paper industry. The last 15 years, he was manager of Archivart Corp., a manufacturer and supplier of acid-free paper products to the conservation field. He was a volunteer at the Back Mountain Food Pantry for a number of years and served on the Board of Directors and as president. He was a member of the Trucksville United Methodist Church.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 22, from 10 – 12 a.m., followed by a celebration of Bob’s life at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ. Interment will be at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations, if desired, may be given to the Back Mountain Food Pantry, c/o Trucksville United Methodist Church, 40 Knob Hill Road, Trucksville, PA 18708. Those wishing to leave online condolences may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com
Condolences:
Gloria & Mike Wenson
#15
February 21st, 2020 8:05 am
Dear Karen; Our hearts are with you. God will keep your Dad traveling the earth to all the beautiful places and continuing to send his love back to you. Sincere sympathy.
Kevin Carr
#14
February 20th, 2020 12:15 pm
Joanne,
My condolences to you and your family. I just heard about Bob's death this morning via Martin Sliker. I'm praying for you.
Kevin Carr
The Jepsen Family
#13
February 20th, 2020 11:59 am
Kathy and Family - we are so very sorry for the loss of your loving husband and father. Please know you are in our hearts and prayers.
Joseph Losavio
#12
February 18th, 2020 1:36 pm
Dear Joanne and family,
I am deeply sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was a true gentleman, a gentle but passionate soul, an artist and bearer of the Light.
So glad I was able to sit and visit with you both in September.
A sweet Prince among men.
I am grateful for having known him.
Sending much love and support,
Joe
Cynthia Seamans
#11
February 17th, 2020 6:59 am
Dear Joanne and loving family, My deepest sympathy . I am thinking of you and holding you in heart prayers. The adventures shared and family times are memories that will continue to keep Bob/Dad with you always.
Richard Kurzenknabe
#10
February 15th, 2020 9:37 am
Eternal rest grant unto him, oh Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, Rest In Peace. Amen.
Marilyn (Wheeler)and Doug Hodge
#9
February 15th, 2020 8:10 am
Dear Joanne, Saddened to hear of Bob's passing. So pleased you let me know the other day as I wouldn't have known. We go back a LONG TIME since I grew up right next door to Faye and Edison. Knew the family well. May you and your find peace and comfort at this time.
Blessings, Marilyn and Doug Hodge
Paul and Sylvia Malak
#8
February 13th, 2020 2:20 pm
Rest in peace Bob. You were a wonderful neighbor and fine gentleman. Joanne, may God be with you at this time.
Nancy Visocki and Fred Eisenmann
#7
February 13th, 2020 1:42 am
Dear Cheryl, we were so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. I know that it is a great shock to lose a parent, especially suddenly. Our prayers, thoughts and sympathies are with you and your family. Hold on to all the warm and happy memories. With love and sympathy, Nancy and Fred
Julie Falcone
#6
February 12th, 2020 12:16 pm
Rest in peace Neighbor. Keeping you in my prayers Joanne.
Lori Shohan Mertz
#5
February 12th, 2020 11:00 am
Dearest Joanne, Cheryl, Kathy and Karen. My sincere sympathies to you and your family. I have such wonderful memories of your dad throughout the years. I will be at the service and look forward to seeing you.
Charlie and Pat Eisenhart
#4
February 12th, 2020 8:25 am
Bob was always warm and welcoming whenever we had the opportunity to spend time with him and Joann. His smile, interesting conversations and caring attention will be long remembered. Peace and blessings to his family.
Brian and Jennifer Konopinski
#3
February 12th, 2020 8:00 am
Bob was a customer of ours since we purchased our business in 2001. This has come as a complete shock to all of us. He was one of the most kindest men that we have ever had the pleasure of doing business with. It is with our deepest sympathy that he was taken away too soon. He will definitely be missed. May God be with his family during this very difficult time.
Harry and Donna Lewis
#2
February 11th, 2020 7:32 pm
Bob you are one of the nicest guys we have ever met.
Its just not going to be the same around here.
Not seeing you in your yard sitting in a chair waiting for a hummingbird to come to the feeder so you could snap a picture or two.
Riding your wheel horse tractor around your property or just starting your charcoal grill in the evenings for dinner.
Most of all we will miss your wave from across the road.
R.I.P Bob
You will be greatly missed.
Your neighbors Harry, Donna, Corey, John, and Jenny Lewis
Mary Stecko Fellows
#1
February 11th, 2020 2:56 pm
Another gentleman and gentle man has left the Hackettstown High School Class of 1950. Bob was one of several classmates who would plan the alumni class reunions. It will be sad not to see his name next to mine in the alumni directory Jean Young Feller keeps up-dated.
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