Robert "Bob" J. Walter
March 2, 1949 ~ May 24, 2026
Born in:
Queens, NY
Resided in:
Medford, NY
Robert “Bob” Walter, known lovingly as “Big Bob” to his step children and all of the kids’ friends, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2026, surrounded by the love he spent a lifetime giving so freely to others.
Born on March 2, 1949, in Queens, New York, to Harry and Therese Walter, Bob grew up in Massapequa before eventually settling in Medford, New York, where he and Toni raised five children and built a life centered around family, hard work, and unconditional love.
Bob was a general contractor by trade, but to those who knew him best, he was much more than that. He was the steady hand, the calm voice in difficult moments, and the person you could always count on. Through his work and the way he lived his life, he taught his children the importance of showing up for work, for family, and for the people you love. His quiet strength and dependable nature became one of the greatest gifts he passed on to his family.
He found joy in life’s simple things: being outdoors, caring for animals, traveling with his longtime love Judy, and tending to his beloved Elephant Ear plants, proudly growing them from tiny bulbs into enormous plants each season. Those who loved Bob will remember the peace he carried with him and the way he made everyone around him feel accepted and loved without judgment.
Above all else, Bob loved his family deeply. He is survived by his longtime love, Judy; his children, John, Korin, Vanessa, Dylan, and Bobby; and his cherished grandchildren, Alexandra, Reagan, Olivia, and Jack, his brothers Rich, Tom, & Joe and their families, all of whom carry pieces of his kindness, patience, and heart with them every day.
Bob was a helper until the very end. In one final act of generosity, he donated his internal organs to science for research, continuing his lifelong desire to help others even after his passing.
The world feels a little quieter without Big Bob in it, but his love, lessons, and gentle spirit will remain.
Services
Visitation:
Thursday, May 28, 2026
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Branch Funeral Home of Miller Place
551 Route 25A
MILLER PLACE, NY 11764
Second Visitation:
Thursday, May 28, 2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Branch Funeral Home of Miller Place
551 Route 25A
MILLER PLACE, NY 11764
Mass:
Friday, May 29, 2026
10:00 am
St. Gerard Majella RC Church
300 Terryville Road
Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
Private- Cremation:
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He was a big guy with a big heart. Gentle as they came. He never yelled at us younger guys His love for animals of all kinds was unique, referring all those snakes and things. How He loved his dogs.
I will miss his laugh, his smile and his gentle ways.
Sleep in peace my brother
I love you
Bobby as I knew him was a kind, warm a d passionate individual. I remember being in awe of his strength and I say that because to me he was tall and thin but he had a weight bench in his bedroom and I always wondered how that skinny guy could lift all that weight. I will cherish all the family holidays and get together e rs we all had. Only wish we could all still spend those moments together again.
Mine is the sunlight, mine is the morning born of the one light Eden saw play. Praise with elation, praise every morning God’s recreation of the new day. Eleanor Farjeon, sung by Cat Stevens, celebrating God who made it all – 1972
And in time, I came to understand exactly why.
Mr. Walter was the kind of person whose presence left an impression on everyone around him. He was endlessly kind, genuinely funny, and always eager to share a story, especially stories about his beloved mother, whom he spoke of so fondly. There was a warmth about him that made every conversation memorable.
Mr. Walter continued his care with Dr. Chaudhary. Even during that transition, he would often ask how Dr. El Baba was doing, a reflection of the compassion and loyalty that defined him. It was simply who he was, someone who cared deeply for others.
Having worked with Dr. Chaudhary for over a decade, our office has become more than just a workplace; over time, patients become part of our extended family. Mr. Walter had long since earned that place in the hearts of our staff, but eventually he became family to our entire department.
No matter the circumstances; even during long waits or hectic days brought on by emergencies, he always greeted us with patience, understanding, a smile, a hug, and a warm heart. In a world that often moves too quickly, Mr. Walter carried a rare gentleness that never went unnoticed.
When my mother passed away, the kindness and support he extended to me meant more than words could ever properly express. It is something I will carry with me always. And every Christmas, the candied pecans he and Judy lovingly made for us became a tradition that warmed both our hearts and our spirits.
Mr. Walter will be deeply missed by so many. By our department, by our staff, and by all those fortunate enough to have known him. His kindness touched countless lives in ways both big and small, simply because he was unapologetically and beautifully himself.
To Judy, and to all of his family and friends, please know that his life left a lasting mark on this world and on the people around him. What a gift it was to know him.
188 Country Road
Medford
As we got older I loved talking to you about gardening and reminiscing about my Dads Buick Wildcat which was both our favorite car.
You took me for my first motorcycle ride. I remember once we were at a family party. I was babysitting for my niece who was an infant and I could not get her to stop crying no matter what I tried. You asked me if I needed some help and I handed her right to you . My mom‘s friend saw me hand the baby to what she described as “The leader of the Hell‘s Angels”. Lol. I knew what a gentle soul you were , but she thought I had lost my mind! As she made her way across the room to “save the baby” ,You gently rocked her and she fell sound asleep in your arms. Marge said that was her greatest lesson of don’t judge a book by its cover.
Rest Easy Bob .You lived life well . You were dearly loved by many and you surely will be missed
My earliest memory of Bob was being in his room full of weights and a reel to reel tape machine and him singing “Get cool, boy! Got a rocket in your pocket.” He sounded so cool the way he sang, kinda rapped the words. I think he knew the lyrics to the entire West Side Story soundtrack. But sitting here thinking about him I never really knew who he truly was. The true Bob was down deep. The other Walter boys were easy: Joe was cool, Tom was loud and funny, Rich was Rich. But who was Bob? A gentle soul. A humble man. He definitely heard the different drummer. We rarely spoke but I always admired the way he lived his life as a man of integrity, sincerity, strength and most of all a deep, steadfast love. And those of us who were lucky enough to be loved by Bob are truly blessed. Rest in peace dear cousin.
I will always remember you Bob. Enjoy your burgers in heaven . Love Karen
In reading these testimonials, Big Bob’s legacy is secure. Big Bob was a fatherlike figure to me during my teenage years. I was always at the house, days and some nights. He fed us, took us back and forth to our hockey games and was always calm and full of joy.. I am grateful for both him and Toni.
Bob was very special. He was smart, and funny, and caring. He was a genuinely “good” person.
In addition to all his many other attributes,
He loved dogs (especially ours❤️ (and she loved him back))
He loved nature,❤️
He loved the Yankees❤️
And he loved his family❤️
What more can be said? He was the whole package. And we’re all going to miss him❤️