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HELLERER, Robert L. of Amherst, entered into rest October 14, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Loretta (nee Bonito) Hellerer; devoted father of Roxanne (Salvatore) Albert and Renee (Richard) Juda Jr.; adored papa of Gabriella and Julianna Albert and Alexa, Ava, and Lia Seelbach; cherished husband of Janice (nee Talbot) Hellerer; loving son of the late George and Elizabeth Hellerer Jr.; dear brother of Kathy (late James) Jenkins, Susan (Raymond) Fitzpatrick, Peggy Collins, late Jack (late Carol) Fitzgerald, late Richard (Charmaine) Hellerer, late Terrance Hellerer, and the late Ronald (Nancy) Hellerer; fond friend of Emil and Jane DiSalvo; also survived by many nieces, nephews, family, and friends. Relatives and friends may visit Lombardo Funeral Home (Northtowns Chapel), 885 Niagara Falls Blvd. near Eggert/Sheridan Dr. on Monday (October 20th) from 3-6 PM, where a Prayer Service will immediately follow. Robert retired from the United States Post Office as a Postmaster and was a United States Air Force Veteran. He will be remembered for his love for many hobbies including boating and travel. Flowers gratefully declined.
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885 Niagara Falls Boulevard, Amherst, NY 14226
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