Robert was born on April 5, 1958 in Brooklyn, NY to Catherine (DiGaetano) and Angelo Barucco, who predeceased him. He resided in New City, New York.
He was retired from the Town of Clarkstown, where he worked in various capacities for many years. Robert was a free spirit who enjoyed life to the fullest. He always had a smile and a helping hand for anyone in need.
Robert is survived by his brother, Gerard Barucco, his sister-in-law Jennifer Barucco, and his nephew Cameron Barucco, all of New City, NY, as well as many cousins.
A wake will be held on Monday, April 16 from 7:00-9:00 pm at Michael J. Higgins Funeral Home. A service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, April 17, 2018, at 11:00 am, with burial following at Brick Church Cemetery, Spring Valley, NY.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that a contribution in Robert’s name be made to the American Diabetes Association.