Robert Joseph Masker Atkinson, NH - Robert Joseph Masker, 69, passed away on April 13, 2024 in Boston, MA after a courageous battle with cancer.
Bob was born on September 6, 1954 in Gloversville, NY, the son of Bernard Masker and Gene Martin Masker.
He was a graduate of Gloversville High School and earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Union College in Schenectady, NY, where he was a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity. He worked as a leather chemist, specializing in the Asian market. Throughout his career, he traveled the globe, most recently spending several weeks each year in China and India. At the time of his passing, he was employed by Tannin Corporation in Peabody, MA as an International Sales Manager. As a result of his generous and reliable nature, Bob maintained lifelong close relationships in numerous countries.
Bob excelled as a devoted husband and father. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Elizabeth (Hladik), four children: Stephanie Masker (Terrence Accoo) of Washington, DC; Bobbie Miles (Donald) of Gloversville, NY; Jessica L'Abbe (Jonathan) of Auburn, NH; and Zachary Masker (Laura Primus) of Boston, MA, and sister, Sally Seeley of Delanson, NY. He had seven grandchildren: Anthony, Bruno, Benicio, Gino, Jonathan, Carmita, and Aretee, and several nieces and nephews. Bob is also survived by his beloved dog, Henry, and three "pea brained" cats, Felix, Oscar, and Jack.
Bob was predeceased by his parents, sister Lois, and brother-in-law, George.
Visitation for family and friends will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Goundrey Dewhirst Funeral Home, 42 Main Street, Salem, NH, followed by a brief service. To leave an online condolence, please visit Bob's tribute page at www.groundreydewhirstfuneral.com.
In honor of Bob's love of animals, memorial contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to the James A. Brennan Memorial Humane Society at www.pawsforyou.org.