Robert James Ducsay Sr., age 84 of Mentor, passed away October 7th, 2025 in Fairport Harbor with his family by his side. He was born August 7th, 1941 in Cleveland, OH to the late John and Anna Ducsay.
Bob was a U.S. Navy Veteran. He worked as a machinist for Euclid Inc., Argo-Tech and retired from Lincoln Electric after 40 years of service.
Bob volunteered for Meals on Wheels for over 15 years. He enjoyed the simple pleasures in life, especially time spent with his family and friends. His sense of humor, compassion and outlook for life will be missed by all who knew him.
Bob was the loving husband of the late Kaye Ducsay (nee Gannon); dearest father of Robert (Johanna) Ducsay Jr., Kimberly (Gary) Goellner, Denise (Jim) Kern, Melissa Maloney and the late Jennifer (David) Lyons; step father of Nancy Arnold, ReeJean Wood, Deborah (Craig) Murray-Brown, Wendy (Bob) Easter and Janet Hula; grandfather of 29; great grandfather of 10; brother of Dolly (Bill) Smith and the late John (Norma) Ducsay Jr. and Judith (Richard) George; uncle of many nieces and nephews; special thanks to his first wife and lifelong friend Elaine Phelps.
Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, October 11th, 2025 at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, 11521 Chillicothe Rd., Chesterland. A Celebration of Bob’s Life will be held from 1:00 – 5:00 PM Saturday at the Hungarian Culture Club, 633 High St., Fairport Harbor.
The only thing Bob asked of everyone, was to stop for a moment, think of a story between you and him – then smile. If people could do that, then he would know that he left a wonderful mark on others.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Jeff Monreal Home and Cremation Services of Painesville.
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12 Replies to “Robert James Ducsay Sr.”
Grandpa Bob will definitely be missed. He always found a way to make everyone smile even through the rough times. He will always be in my heart forever and ever. Him and Grammy.
Sending you all lots of hugs❤️
I first met Bob in 6th grade at Longfellow school,then again Eastlake jr,I dated John was friends with Norma,Evan hung John and Norma at reunion, last saw Bob at the fair well to North high school will miss his little jokes
Bob was a very loving n caring man to all that knew him! He will be missed! Prayers for his family and his friends near n far! Hugs to all!
I am so deeply saddened by your loss. He was a wonderful man. Always ready with a joke to put a smile on someone’s face. He will be missed. Keeping Bob’s family in my thoughts and prayers. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Deepest sympathies,
Rita Smith & family
My brother Richard was a great friend and then brother-in-law of Bob for so many years. Seeing him at all the cookouts and parties he was always happy and funny. My first memory of Bob was when I was about 5 years old and he was probably about 16 and I asked him “what are all those little dots on your hands?” and he said “ant bites lol” Of course it was just pores. God Bless you Bob!
Bob was one of the best and so good to his precious wife, my sister in law, Kay💕 He was loved and will be truly missed😢
He was my favorite great-uncle! When we’d visit, he’d ask us if we’d like to have donuts during our visit. Uncle Bob had a great sense of humor and a huge heart! I wish he got to meet my son (his great-great nephew). You’ll be dearly missed. We love you, U.B.!
Bob, was good freind & client of mine for many many years & remained so even with my move to Florida.He was fun to be around & always had a smile on his face no matter how tough things were. He had pleanty of ups & downs but being the good person he was he came shining through. Robert, you will be missed by us all.
We are so deeply saddened by the loss of your beloved ! All though we never met him , the stories and memories you have shared with us show what an amazing man he truly was . We know how much he meant to each and everyone of you . You will all continue to be in our hearts , thoughts and prayers !! Love Heather and Chris Rusin
I just wanted to say hello and share a few words about Uncle Bob. He always had a way of making things fun and enjoyed life to the fullest. His sense of humor was unlike anyone else’s — a little dry at times, but always genuine. No matter what, he seemed to find something to smile or laugh about. He truly was one of the happiest people I’ve ever known.
He was a wonderful person to be around he always was smiling and we all loved him for his kindness and jokes a loving person to be around he will surely be missed but we all have lots of Happy Memories!
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