Obituary of Robert H. Krom

Mr. Robert H. Krom, 86, of Martinsville, VA died peacefully at home on February 13, 2018. Born in Gloversville, NY on June 21, 1931 he was the son of the late Roscoe and Ruth Baird Krom. Bob served proudly in the United States Army during the Korean War. He married the former Rita Knope on June 1, 1957 and were together 60 years. Bob was employed as a Project Manager for the former Morrell Vrooman Engineers and later CT Male Associates until his retirement. Survivors include his wife Rita; sons, R. Thomas Krom and his wife Doris of Hagaman, NY, William P. Krom and his wife Lori of Norwich, NY and Tracey J. Krom and his wife Lisa of Hurley, NY; two daughters, Jennifer L. Galardy and her husband Louis of Gloversville, NY and Patricia A. Quigley and her husband Joe of Gloversville, NY; 10 grandchildren, Stacy (Ben), Stephanie, Gunner, Nathan, John, Matthew, Frank, Alex, Colin, Erin; one great grandson Bryce; and his brother John Krom. He was predeceased by his son, Michael G. Krom. Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 23, 2018 at 1p.m. at the Betz, Rossi & Bellinger Family Funeral Home, 171 Guy Park Ave, Amsterdam with the Rev. Dr. R.W. Williams presiding. The family will receive relatives and friends one hour prior to the service beginning at 12p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will take place in the Hagaman Mills Cemetery. Please visit the online memorial at www.brbsfuneral.com