Eugene, known to his family as Bobby, passed away peacefully at 91. He was born in New York City to Julia and Charles Daly. Early on his mother lovingly referred to him as “The Baby”. In her Irish accent “The Baby” sounded like Bobby and the name stuck. He is predeceased by his older brother James (Jimmy), sister-in-law Joan and nephew Brian. He is survived by his nephew Michael (Christine), and nieces Karen (Maureen), and Lisa (Nick) as well as many cousins, grand nieces and nephews.
Bobby grew up on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, living 60+ years from childhood to retirement age, in the same apartment on 92nd Street. A quiet, simple, kind man of few words, he was known for his artistic abilities, love of old movies, particularly those from the 40’s or 50’s, reading and music. He was fortunate to have his big brother Jimmy to always look after him as well as his favorite aunts, Susan, Sissy and Rose who took every opportunity to spoil him. Bobby had a long career sorting mail in the main branch of the US Post Office in Manhattan. After retiring at the earliest date possible, he enjoyed road trips to Yorktown, Long Island, and Lake George and watching Yankee games.
When his health gradually declined, he moved into a group home and then several nursing homes before settling into Yorktown Rehab. Thanks to their excellent care, Bobby once again discovered his ability to color and draw. When happy, as he often was, he could be counted on to serenade those around him with snippets from his favorite songs. Thank you to the entire team of nurses, aides, social workers and medical team for your all the kindness and respect shown to Eugene.
Whether you knew him as Bobby or Eugene, you knew a good person who is now enjoying old movies and hopefully singing along for all to hear.
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