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Robert Henry Planitzer

July 27, 1934 - December 29, 2020

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Obituary For Robert Henry Planitzer

Age 86, on Tuesday, December 29, 2020, of Baldwin, formerly of Mount Washington. Beloved husband of 66 years to the late Lois M. (Vates); loving father of Robert E. (Michele), Kenneth W., Debra L. Smith, William M., John S. (Carol) and Laura M. (John) Zipfel; grandfather of 11, great-grandfather of 12. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Bob was preceded in death by his parents James T. and Margaret (Forse) Planitzer and siblings James T. Planitzer, Jr. and Audrey Planitzer Flaherty Naab; brother in law of Russell Flaherty and the late Raymond Vates, Dolly Edinger and Jean Meyer. Funeral services will be held privately. Arrangements entrusted to the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227. If desired, please make a contribution in memory of Bob to a charity of your choice.

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  • January 13, 2021

  • January 04, 2021

    My condolences to the Planitzer family He is now with your mom where he wants to be!

  • January 04, 2021

    My sympathy to Bobs family. He will be missed greatly by many who knew him. I'm sorry I couldn't make the viewing due to my health. He was a good friend indeed. My prayers are with him and his family.

  • January 03, 2021

    I worked for Bob for a while in the 70's an had a few beers at the Garden Bar -Great Guy

  • January 03, 2021

    I worked for Bob for a while in the 70's had Mai

  • January 01, 2021

    John, Vinnie and I are both so sorry about the loss of your father. He was such a very nice man. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as is the rest of your family.