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- Niagara Gazette - 3/1/2009
Robert J. Wendt, of Sanborn, NY, died Wednesday, February 25, 2009 in Mesa, AZ. Born in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY, on September 6, 1923, Robert was 85 years old.He was preceded in death by his first wife, Jeannette Rich Wendt; and his parents, Ben and Anna Wendt.He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Doris K. Wendt; his four daughters, Sandra Underwood of Shell Beach, CA, Nancy McIvor of North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY, Carol Haseley of Sanborn, NY and Susan Reiter of Marengo, IL; step-children, Linda Wilson of Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY, Gary Smith of Tampa, FL, Bonnie Melzer of Tucson, AZ; eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; his twin brother, Ronald P. (Buddy) Wendt and sister, Annette Stahl, both of Sanborn, NY.After working for a number of years on the family farm, he delivered oil for Beecher Brothers Oil Co. of Sanborn, and retired in 1985 from National Grinding Wheel of North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY. He enjoyed 24 years of retirement wintering in Arizona and riding his John Deere in New York. His gift of woodworking brought as much pleasure to him as to those who received his works of art. He will be greatly missed.A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, March 5th at 11 AM at Holy Ghost Lutheran Church, 6630 Luther St., Niagara Falls. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Holy Ghost Lutheran Church.Visit www.legacy.com/niagara-gazette for online guest register.
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