Robert Alford, 82 yrs. old of New Berlin, NY passed away on August 13, 2022, at his home with his family by his side.

Robert was born on May 18, 1940, in Columbus, NY the son of Lewis Robert Alford and Pearl Mae Brown. 

Bob worked as the main herdsman for Alf Benson on the Benson farm for many years.  He was also employed by the I.L. Richer Company and the Town of New Berlin and Town of Pittsfield highway departments.  He was also a member of the New Berlin and Pittsfield Fire Departments.

Bob never slowed down and could easily keep up with the younger men.  He enjoyed spending time with his family and loved to hunt, fish and just be in the great outdoors, cutting wood, working, and tinkering on small projects.  He also enjoyed Blue Grass Music and old western movies, especially those starring John Wayne.  His passion was his team of Haflinger ponies, Molly & Major.  He especially liked helping his neighbors and telling stories of his life.  With a gift to gab, he captured everyone’s attention.  Bob enjoyed spending time with his very good friends Peter Gordon, his wife Audrey and son Serafin, Bob Wick, Mike Gorrell and his fishing and hunting buddy, Carl Eccleston (predeceased).  He was deeply loved by all who knew him.

Bob is survived by his wife of 62 yrs., Gloria Ann (Davis) Alford as well as his children and their spouses; Colleen & Randy Stage of Edmeston, NY, Gary & Betty Alford of New Berlin, NY, Paula & Jeff Jeter of Norwich, NY and Roberta & James Turner of Oxford, NY.  He is also survived by his grandchildren, Nicholas, and Bobbie Jo Stage of Edmeston, Ryan & Calla Alford of Palm Harbor, FL, Kayleigh Turner and her partner Brendon Brewster of Cincinnatus, Mason Alford, and his partner Tori Crum of Euclid, OH, Corey Turner of Oxford and Jacob Jeter of Norwich as well as great grandchildren, Kassidy & Makenna Stage, Jase & Sophia Brewster and Dahlia & Rhys Alford, his half-sister, Grace Brown and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In addition to his parents, Bob was predeceased by his half-brothers Charles Brown, Roland Tuckey, and Floyd Tuckey.   

Calling hours will be held on August 16, 2022, from12:00-1:00 PM at the First Baptist Church of Brookfield, NY with the funeral service to follow at 1:00 PM.

The interment will be held in the Edmeston Union Cemetery, Edmeston, NY.

Donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice in Bob’s memory.