Robert George Goyda, 72, died peacefully in his home in Southbury on Sunday, June 21st. Bob was born in Queens, NY on January 19, 1943, son of the late George Goyda and Pauline (Smolinsky) Goyda. He graduated from the University of Bridgeport. After graduation, he started his exemplary 35 year career with the Chevrolet division of General Motors. Bob was married to Peggy Ward for over 40 years and they lived in Long Island, Maine and Connecticut. Bob retired at 55 and pursued his true passion, gardening. He loved the hours he spent in the River Gardens at Heritage Village and the memories he made with the Maple Tree Gang. Even in the last days of his illness he was able to put in his last garden with the help of his dear friends Bert, Dave, and Butch. Bob leaves his son, Robert Goyda and his wife, Ellen, of Newtown, a daughter, Erin Prunty and her husband, Robert of Winchester, VA. He is also survived by his sister, Joan Fabian of Riverhead, NY and six grandchildren, Megan and Kate Goyda, Brenna, Camryn ,Keegan and Kierny Prunty. They brought such joy to his life. He was predeceased by his grandson, Fintan. Bob was a fighter he struggled against cancer for over 20 years. He never gave up, his body just gave in.
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