LEWISTON — Robert C. Colvin, 79, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 4, at his home in Lewiston.

He was born in Fort Edward, N.Y., on March 1, 1938, the son of the late Charles and Frances (Pacyna) Colvin. Robert graduated from Queensbury High School, Queensbury, N.Y., in 1956. On Aug. 16, 1958, he married the love of his life, Joan (Samson), and they shared a loving marriage of over 59 years.

Robert served as a chief in the United States Navy, and retired in 1974 after 20 years. Joan and Robert traveled to many different places around the world during his time of service, including Cypress, Rome and Bermuda. After his service, he went on to work for the Department of Human Services as a Medicaid manager and retired in 1995 after 20 years.

Robert was a longtime active member of the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed traveling, watching his grandchildren play sports, reading, crossword puzzles, lunch with the “Guys” and was very active in genealogy. Robert liked watching sports and was a lifelong Yankees and Patriots fan.

Robert is survived by his wife; his three children, Charles and wife, Sue Colvin, of Gulf Breeze, Fla., Keith and wife, Margie Colvin, of St. Augustine, Fla., and Jen and husband, Paul Rubin, of Lewiston; his brother, William Colvin, of South Glenns Falls, N.Y.; his five grandchildren, Chelsea Colvin, Elizabeth Colvin, Michael Colvin, Jared Rubin and Jordyn Rubin; and many special nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents and his sister, Sandra Chaino.

“Fair Winds and Following Seas,” Chief Robert’s family would like to thank Beacon Hospice and all the caregivers who helped “Bob” spend his final days comfortably at home.

Friends and family are invited to share their memories and offer their condolences by visiting Robert’s online guestbook at www.thefortingrouplewiston.com.

Robert C. Colvin

Robert C. Colvin