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Wed 1/17/2001

I consider it a privilege to have known Bob. I worked with him at IBM in Vermont for about 5 years and more recently at Dominion Semiconductor in Manassas, Virginia. There are many fond memories. One being, Bob and I used to try to round up our coworkers at Dominion at lunch time. Bob always wanted to go to lunch at 11:30. If I wasn't ready, he would wait for me, with my lunch box, until I was ready. I still can't get used to him not going to lunch with me. I particularly liked some of his stories that sometimes would make me laugh so hard, tears would flow. I will miss him. He was a good friend and he was my friend.

Dick Douse
rwdouse@aol.com

Wed 1/17/2001

Bob was my best friend for a while and was always a source of good conversation. He had a way of expressing his unique view or twist on things - even after they had been beaten around in conversation for a while. He frequently surprised me with a new way of looking at something even after I thought I had considered all angles. We had many laughs and many good times together. Bob was one of the most giving people I've known. Taking pleasure from the act of helping out itself. Bob would, however, redefine the boundary of a friendship when he felt it had strayed too far. His sensitive side, usually hidden, leaked through on occasion during personal conversations. I've garnered a lot of respect for this man over the years. I'm going to miss him a lot.

In fond memory of Robert Gluck.
Peter Coutu
pcoutu@us.ibm.com

Wed 1/17/2001

I'd like to extend my sincerest sympathy to Bob's family and special friends. I worked with Bob for many years at IBM in Essex Junction, Vermont. He was a highly focused, vigorous professional, and very personable outside the work environment. I can remember many social times with Bob and much laughter. I'm chuckling now as I remember vividly some of the bizarre shirts and t-shirts he used to wear. I used to call him a "hippy flower child" which produced some hearty laughs.

Bob is a military veteran as I am. This common background helped us get along when we first met, and provided some interesting "war stories" along the way. Thus in the true military tradition when a comrade in arms has fallen, I salute you Bob. Go with God. I'll be playing "Taps" for you in my heart ol' friend.

John Schnader
schnader@us.ibm.com

Wed 1/17/2001

I worked with Bob many years in Burlington Failure Analysis and I remember him fondly. He was always the professional, and many times his work identified major problems which literally saved Burlington's process lines from disaster. At a time like this though its not the work of a man that is worth remembering, its his humanity. Bob was a warm, friendly person to be around and I missed him when he left Burlington, and now knowing that even a casual meeting won't happen in this world, I am truly saddened at his departure. Farewell wherever you are and let your passing be a reminder to those that remain that life is short and its not how much a person loves that counts, but how much that person IS loved.

Peace... /j
Jim Massucco
jmassucc@us.ibm.com

Wed 1/17/2001


Since the first day I met Bob many years ago I considered him a friend, still do and always will. I worked with Bob back in Burlington and when I moved in 1988, it was hard to leave good friends and Bob certainly fit in that category. Whenever I returned for a visit, Bob would always make the time, no matter what else might be going on, to get together. He never forgot his friends.

I will miss you, my friend, and I know you will be missed by many folks. Your smile and humor always made things bearable, and your laugh was certainly contagious. I, too, served in the military and as a former comrade-in-arms, I salute you. I know you wouldn't want us to shed a tear, which is hard not to do, but to rather pour our favorite beverage recall the good times, and say a toast, as we used to do.

Bob, tonight I will raise my glass to you with fond memories and a smile! I will never forget you and can still hear your laugh! I could go on with many stories, but I think I'll save them 'till we meet again and we'll recall them together.

Bill Tratnack
wtratna@yahoo.com

Wed 1/17/2001

Bob and I became close friends through our assignments at IBM. We also spent a great deal of time together outside of IBM. Bob was always extremely generous with his time, sharing his wisdom and insights. I especially enjoyed his discussions regarding world politics. He seldom passed a day without reading the New York Times and always had something to say about the editorials, not to mention the sports page!! Bob's sensitive and spiritual sides were generally well hidden, but became more apparent to me as our friendship deepened. Bob's sense of humor and comments would often lead to intense laughter. I have many fond memories of tears rolling down our cheeks while thoroughly enjoying laughing so wholeheartedly. Bob was my mentor, close friend and confidant for many years.

My sincere sympathy is extended to his family, his close friends and all his colleagues.

In fond memory of Bob Gluck,
Marsha Abramo
mabramo@us.ibm.com

Friday 1/19/2001

I decided to do a statistical analysis of the more than 1,000 hours that Bob and I have spent in "spirited interactions" ...the quotes belong to Bob. Content of these interactions ranged from families, baseball, music, computers, politics, car care, our employment technologies, human interaction, the marsupial mammal, every topic ever covered in any major paper and, of course, the well-publicized stock market.

After completing the analysis the breakdown goes like this:
200 hours of light-hearted levity about my incorrect opinions
300 hours of listening to why my opinions were fallacious
500 hours of explanations of his correct opinions
0 hours of saying Yes, you are right, Frank. I will incorporate that brilliant thought into my future thinking.

Bob had the most unique gentle way of presenting a contrary opinion. Interactions with Bob were always worthwhile and fun because he always listened and responded in unexpected ways.

Bob was great.

Frank Hannigan
fjh1@erols.com

Sat 1/20/2001

To Dad,
There isn't much I could say here that these people don't already know. Your kindness and generosity, and your laugh-always
your laugh. But do they know about those giant hemlocks, protecting clear mountain streams? And how many times we were sheltered by them, trying to entice beautiful brookies onto our hooks. Some of my fondest memories were born under those hemlocks. And I can't help but to think now, how your line was cut, way too short. But, you know me dad, I will never get past-just hoping and praying for one more cast.

-Love and Miss you always,
Maryjane

Sunday, May 14, 2006

Dear Dad,

You are my soul, my every thought, and my every wish....You brought so much joy to my life and to those I've never met. The tributes I've read, the laugher and wisdom...the perspective on life. Your life on earth here was well cherished, and you gave more meaning than you will ever know. Your smile is in our eyes, Maryjane, Linda and Barb and we will always love you, now and forever...Amen!

Barbara Gargone (Gluck)
barbara_gargone@yahoo.com