Bob was born in New York but acted like a tourist. He was always looking up and pointing to the sky; that was his trademark.
It was just like Bob to be there when someone was in need. Friends‚ relatives and neighbors still comment on how he helped them through rough and troubled times.
Bob was unique; his sense of humor‚ his attitude for all his fellow man was second to none. He was a dedicated husband‚ proud father‚ devoted son‚ counselor‚ humorist and the best damn firefighter you could ever meet. He came from a family of firefighters.
Bob will never be forgotten‚ for we will hold that picture of Bob pointing to the sky and saying ‘I’ll see you in heaven some day. I’ll be the one with the wings on backwards.’ All his family and close friends will know what that means.
– Mary Wallace
I climbed for you sir, rest easy
– Patrick overzet9-8-2018
I climbed in Wallace ID in honor of Robert today. 9/11/19
– Tyler RotchfordI climbed for you today sir. Thank you for your career in the fire service. Never forgotten.
– Matt Garcia09-11-2019
Standing on 87th street and Jamaica Ave Bobby wearing his dress uniform says hey Mario come over here. Bobby is pointing up at the roof he says stand here for a while we’ll draw a crowd and then just walk away. Miss you brother.
– Mario CannariatoI met Bobby and his brother John on Avenue O in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. Bobby was a beautiful, caring soul, generous to a fault, affable, kind, a great listener and a hero. I miss him so
– Rick PlattWhen ever I pulled up to the firehouse and saw your car I knew we were going to have a good time Doug Wilson L136
– Doug WilsonI climbed for you today in Dayton, Ohio. I was PROUD to have you along, you pushed and inspired me.
On 9/11/2001 I was on active duty in the Navy with 17 years of service at that point. All I wanted was to go and help, but I was needed at my base in Chesapeake, Va. I will never forget that day, NEVER!
Your sacrifice has not gone unnoticed. YOU and your Brothers will always be remembered as HEROS!
Thank You.
– David WallaceI climbed for you! 11//20/21 Nola stair climb
– ZachI climbed in honor of Robert in Green Bay, WI this weekend 9/10/22. His service and sacrifice is never forgotten.
– Sam OsbornHello,
– Jeremy L. KraemerMy name is Jeremy L. Kraemer. I’m Firefighter #12 with the Columbus, Wisconsin Volunteer Firefighter & Rescue Department. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. 9/11 is like slow motion in my mind. I was attending college in the middle of the country wanting nothing more than to be at “Ground Zero” to help, to be of service. It’s seems to have been a lifetime since that day, but it still feels so close and is definitely not forgotten. Yesterday I climbed for you, for your family, and your memory. It’s by far, the one thing I’ve accomplished in my 45 years that I feel the most honored and proud of. Your tag and memory now have a home in my locker and bunker gear. I will fight fire with you by my side as long as I’m able or allowed. I will keep climbing for you, your family, and your memory till I’m unable. Your memory and sacrifice lives on. Thank you for who you were, what you did, and the sacrifice you ultimately gave. In your honor, Jeremy L. Kraemer
I climbed in your memory in Green Bay Wisconsin this weekend. Never forgotten ❤️
– Chris KnappHi papa this is your grandson Branden Wallace I never met you but I miss you so much and I hope you’re having a great time in heaven. And you inspired me to be a firefighter when I grow up. Thank you for your sacrifice if it wasn’t for you I wouldn’t be here. R.I.P we all love you.
– Branden WallaceI climbed in your honor this year, Sir. May you rest in peace.
– Samuel Sadusky