Robert James Habacker

SALISBURY — Robert James Habacker, 84, of Hemlock Lane, passed away peacefully at home on Dec. 21, 2024. He was the loving husband of Ola Harden Habacker.

Robert was born March 15,1940, in Brooklyn, New York, the son of the late James and Muriel (Holz) Habacker. He attended the Berkshire School and later graduated from the Southside High School in Rockville Center, New York. After graduation he attended college at Nicholas College. He was an avid tennis player, golf player and bowler. In 1959 he began working for the Habacker family business which was started in 1902.

In 1959 Robert met his loving wife and later wed in 1960. They had two sons together, Richard and James.

Besides his wife and sons, Richard is survived by his loving grandchildren, Jonathan, Joseph, Ryan and Lauren. He is also survived by two great granddaughters whom he cherished so much, Rose and Gracelyn.

Besides his parents he was predeceased by his sister Vivian, and a grandson, James.

All services are private. Memorial contributions may be made to an animal shelter/rescue of the donors choice.
The Kenny Funeral Home has care of arrangements.

Latest News

Costumed paraders
Nathan Miller

Webutuck Elementary students ushered in Halloween with a colorful parade around the school parking lot on Friday, Oct. 31, delighting middle and high school students who lined the sidewalk to hand out candy.

Webutuck High School social studies teacher Kevin Kleespies let students pet his bear steed as they passed.Nathan Miller

Legal Notices - November 6, 2025

Legal Notice

Brevi Properties LLC

Keep ReadingShow less
Classifieds - November 6, 2025

Help Wanted

Weatogue Stables has an opening: for a full time team member. Experienced and reliable please! Must be available weekends. Housing a possibility for the right candidate. Contact Bobbi at 860-307-8531.

Services Offered

Deluxe Professional Housecleaning: Experience the peace of a flawlessly maintained home. For premium, detail-oriented cleaning, call Dilma Kaufman at 860-491-4622. Excellent references. Discreet, meticulous, trustworthy, and reliable. 20 years of experience cleaning high-end homes.

Keep ReadingShow less