Bob T. Sloss was a teammate of mine for one year @ NHRHS. I can recall how tough and competitive he was as an athlete. I was appalled to learn of his Death by a fellow classmate recently.  I was deeply saddened to learn of his passing, even though I did not know him well.  Please rest in peace Bob as you were always respected as a person and athlete.                                                                                                    ***(Former Professional & World Class Athlete)***  Jeffrey J.Kicia

I am saddened to hear of Bob’s passing.  An incredible person to know and share time with.  I love him like a brother.  I have strong memories of grueling track workouts with Bob in high school.  He would have us doubled over in laughter in between the endless intervals.  He will live on in all who have know him. Rest In Peace.

I was devastated to learn of Bob's passing. We were the closest of friends in college where were teammates on the UConn cross-country and track teams and roommates in the Carriage House apartments, unit 3-D. Our friendship endured long after were left there; not sure how 3-D has lasted this long given the fun we had there.

We celebrated each other's weddings after college. Throughout, all we did is laugh at each others jokes, and our own. Pretty much we just laughed together. All the time.  

I called Bob on his birthday in 1993, the day of the first attack on lower Manhattan, finally relieved when he returned and I heard his voice. 

In recent years we caught up via phone and filled each other in. He was the same cheerful, funny guy I had met more than 40 years earlier as a freshman in college.

In 2018, he was surprised when I called him again to wish  a happy birthday  and  we caught up some more. I still have his most recent messages  on my telephone, and for that I am most grateful.

I will miss Bob terribly, and my condolences are extended to his entire family and all those who knew and loved him as a friend and family member.

Pat O'Neil, Chester, Conn.             

To Bob (and Katharine), you were a wonderful part of my Friday mornings for several years. I wish you the best, and I feel that my life was made to be better knowing you. Katharine, God bless you and I wish you the best--please reach out if you want to come be with us! We're here, and we believe plenty of good stuff from you both is too.

Bob is the guy who planted the seed of love for baseball with my boys, Alexander and Teddy. He said that catcher was the coolest position on the field. The catcher is in on every play, he said.

Teddy played a wonderful game as catcher most of the game tonight. There were a couple plays at home plate and a couple of throw outs on the bases that Bob would have been so proud of. 

I though about his all through the game. Teddy says he wants to be a shortstop or pitcher, but deep inside I think he’s all catcher.

Here’s something I will always be thankful for. Alexander made Bob a baseball bat in the wood shop at school and gave it to Bob. He engraved “The Sloss Slugger” in the bat and a replica of Bob’s signature. Bob let Alexander know a few weeks ago that he thought it was probably the most thoughtful gift anyone had ever give him. (By coincidence, Bob also gave Alexander a bat for Christmas. )

I photographed the wedding when he married Anne's sister, Katharine. They lived in farm country and owned a very small herd of cows. At the wedding, Bob and the bride had to take a break from the reception and go feed the livestock. The photographer followed him to the barn.

Here are a couple of things I’ll always regret. I was never in the room when Bob told the long version of his World Trade Center experience. He was actually willing to share it. I was just never there.

Also I don’t think there’s a photo of me and Bob together, just the two of us.

I am so sorry to hear about Bob. He was a great teammate and close friend while on the cross country team at the University of Connecticut. Even after all this time, my memory of him and the closeness of our team is indelible. I lost touch with Bob many years ago, but that bond I shared with Bob and all the guys on those teams is fresh and remains strong in my life.  I will miss him and the thought of those carefree times. My condolences to all of Bob's family.

I first remember Bob from elementary school basketball when we played against Union. It was great to meet up with him again at NHRHS. A gentle soul with an extraordinary wit. Too young to go, was hoping to see him at our next reunion. May you rest well, my friend!

Slossie, the wittiest guy I ever knew.  A great friend. A lot of memories to cherish of all the good times we had together. I will see you Friday my friend.

I have fond memories of Bobby as an athlete and a thoughtful  and funny young man.  I remember him as the most reliable leadoff man on any relay. He brought joy and laughter to our team on a daily basis. I am very sad to hear of his passing.  Rest in peace, young man.

Bob was a very old friend who I loved dearly. I am devastated by the news of his passing.  We spoke a number of times in the last couple of years and he was in great form--honest, insightful, hilarious.  He was a genuinely good person who felt things very deeply and without fear.  I admired him and looked up to him. I will miss him enormously

Oh Bob, the memories in Pattenburg we had. Flashlight tag, Baseball, MYF group. You were very accomplished and will be missed. Condolences to your family.  Punk and Jimmy are up there with you, say hi for me. Rest dear friend.

I love and miss you so much already, Dad. The world is now a little less funny without you. I will always be thinking of you <3

Bob Sloss was my son in law.  Every mother wants to see their daughter cherished, and that is what I saw with Bob and Katharine.  A true love match.  Not to mention he was her personal shopper.  
Bob’s caring for George's cows, during the last years of George’s life,  was a real labor of love, making it possible for George to enjoy those heifers during his final years.  He grilled steaks for George and they loved to watch those endless sports together.  He was always thinking of the perfect book for me, or buying me the best tv subscription...the Met, and Brit box. And most of all,  on many occasions, he  drove me to Binghamton for my Chemo appointments.
A kind and thoughtful man,  who loved his family.  He loved a good book, he loved good food, and he loved a good laugh,  he will be missed.


Bob is great.  He cooks great steaks and we went to see good movies together.  Love you Bob.

I absolutely loved Bob's smile, laugh and sense of humor. Whenever I think of him I think of the beautiful August afternoon about 5 years back when all nieces and nephews were engaged in a game of kick the can led by Bob and George.  At one point Bob comes tearing out of nowhere, faster than any 50-something man I had ever seen, to steal the can. Everyone laughed and cheered.
Just a fee weeks back he and Katharine came to visit us in Summit with Linda to see the kids each play a game in their respective winter sport. George was Latham's team Coach so Bob felt comfortable hopping out of the stands to give him some strategy advice since we were down in points. The advice had instantaneous affect and all of the parents were practically high-fiving Bob.  At Bea's soccer game he wasnt shy about rooting for her team and making rather loud snarky comments about the opponent (even their outfits, to our delight). It made me think about what Ian, Devin Brad and Holly experienced growing up with such a proud dad, rooting for them always. He was such a great guy through the ups and downs. Love you, Bob. 

We are so heartbroken........Love to all who loved him.  Love to Katharine who we love dearly...my closest and most cherished friend.  We will ALWAYS be here for you.
Karlene and Dan

I love and miss you every single second Dad <3  

I loved Uncle Bob so much.  Always quick with a joke or an uplifting word and I am so glad that my most recent memory with him is when he came to watch my choir concert in the Kimmel Center.  He told me that he was so proud of me and loved watching me thrive at Temple and it meant so much to me that he cared so much.  I will forever cherish that. I love you Aunt Kate and I know that he loved you so much! 

Bob was my good friend, and I loved him.
When he looked at me, he really saw me. He was a great listener and a brilliant man. He brought a lot of passion and smarts to his volunteer work at Bright Hill. He will be deeply missed by many of us. I would like to send my deepest condolences to his beautiful wife Kate, mother-in-law Linda, and whole family.  I am better for knowing Bob.  Quickest wit, biggest heart. Miss you always, buddy. ♥️🌷

Beatrice

OBITUARY

Robert Trainor Sloss III

February 26, 1958 – April 13, 2019

Show your support

Add a Memory

Share Obituary

Get Updates

Services