January 12, 2010
Cihak, Robert
Robert Ellsworth Cihak, a resident of Saugus, and formerly a longtime resident of Dedham, died Sunday, January 10th, 2010 at the Wakefield Care and Rehabilitation Center in Wakefield after a long illness. He was 72. Bob was born on April 26, 1937 in Cowden, Illinois, the son of Raymond E. and Winona Margaret (Torrence) Cihak. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from Bentley College in Waltham, MA and worked at his own accounting firm in Dedham for many years. Bob served in the National Guard and was a member and past president of the Dedham Rotary Club. He is survived by his wife, Mary E. “Betsey” (Donnelly) Cihak; his three daughters, Kristin Ellis of California, Tracy Cihak of Waltham, and Karin Dooley of Medfield; three stepdaughters, Kristin McCarthy of Brookfield, Danielle Buckley of Beverly, and Amanda Johansson of Melrose; his sister, Norma Daniels of Falmouth; as well as seven grandchildren, a niece and a nephew. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his graveside service Friday at 2 PM at Knollwood Memorial Park, High Street, Canton with the Reverend Michael Hodges of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Dedham officiating. In lieu of flowers donations to the Alzheimer’s Association of Eastern Massachusetts, 311 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472 would be appreciated.
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I am so sorry to learn of your loss, but am happy to know of the happiness he brought into your life. My deepest, most sincere condolences, and please know you’re in my thoughts.
Our deepest sympathies to Bob’s three daughters, Krissy, Tracy and Karin. We hope for peace for the family.
DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO BOB’S WIFE AND CHILDREN. HE WAS ONE OF THE NICEST PEOPLE I HAVE EVER WORKED WITH.
Dear Betsey, My thoughts and prayers are with you. I mourn the loss of my best friend’s big brother and have many wonderful memories of him as we were growing up. I know too well that the last few years have been difficult for you. You have been a wonderful and supportive wife through “the long goodbye.”
Much Love,
Melody
Mom, our prayers are with you at this time as you know we love you. Always remember all the fun times you had with your brother and what a wonderful man he was. We know that the last 2 yrs have been tough. Just know he is with grandma and grandpa and that he is at peace now watching over you like he always did growing up.
Aunt Betsy thanks for taking care of my uncle, he was lucky to have you in his life. We love you
Kriss, Tracy, and Karin our deepest sympathies
Uncle Bob I will miss you very much I hope you are at piece now.
Love Heather, Jamie, Zack, Jake, Alli, and Damon
I’m so upset – forgive me for my spelling. You are at PEACE now. We love you so much!!
And to Amanda, Danielle, and Kristin – you loved him as your Father, and I know he loved you all.
Love, Heather, Jamie, Zack, Jake, Alli, and Damon