Obituary of Robert J. Birzes

Robert "Bob" J. Birzes, age 71, of Aldan, PA, formerly of S. W. Philadelphia, PA, died Tuesday, June 9, 2015, after a 4 year battle with cancer, at home surrounded by his loving family. Bob was a 1962 graduate of West Catholic Boys High School, Philadelphia, PA. Robert was a Veteran of the U.S. Marines. He retired from Boeing Company in 2011, where he worked as a Sheet Metal Assembler for 49 years. Bob also was a U.S. Army reservist for many years, being placed on active duty during Desert Storm. Robert was a member of Mount Hope UM Church, Aston, PA. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his family, through the generations. His passion was photography, woodworking and miniature woodworking for doll houses. Bob loved to ride his motorcycle. Bob was predeceased by his parents, Joseph P. and Hedwig Wyzsurminski Birzes and his brother Dennis Birzes. Survivors: Loving Wife of 44 years: Jo-Ann (Haas) Birzes of Aldan, PA Loving Daughter: Trudy Birzes of Aldan, PA Brother: Joseph (Eileen) Birzes of Lansdale, PA Sister-in-law: Adeline Birzes of Drexel Hill, PA Also survived by many Nieces and Nephews Funeral Service: Friday 11:00 AM at the Minshall Shropshire-Bleyler Funeral Home. Ltd., Middletown (Rt.#352) & Knowlton Roads, Middletown Twp. , Media, PA. Visitation: Friday 10:00 AM at the funeral home. Interment: Lawn Croft Cemetery, Linwood, PA. Memorial Contributions may be donated in memory of Robert J. Birzes to: Mt. Hope UM Church, 4020 Concord Road, Aston, PA 19014.