GREECE - December 12, 2020, at the age of 93. Predeceased by his son, William Alan Bayer; granddaughter, Kathryn Bayer; grandson, Michael Bayer. Robert is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Alice Louise (Nieskens) Bayer; children, Mary Kathryn Herring and Robert Joseph (Tracy Merrill) Bayer; grandchildren, Laura (Thomas Purdev) Arena, Christopher (Aubrey) Arena, Robert Arena, Joseph Arena; great-grandchildren, Karena Purdev, Joseph Arena, Thomas Purdev, Jordyn Arena, Collin Grimes. Robert met his childhood sweetheart in the fifth grade. Their life long love then led to marriage in 1948 and their devotion to one another grew for 72 more years. Robert served his country in the US Navy, both during WWII and the Korean Conflict. He retired from RGE after working as a Foreman for 38 years. Please remember to wear a mask and hand sanitize upon entering the funeral home. Robert's visitation will be held 5:00 - 7:00 pm Friday Dec. 18th at the funeral home, 1411 Vintage Lane (Between Rt. 390 Long Pond Rd.). His funeral service will be celebrated 11:00 am on Saturday at the funeral home. Interment in Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to the AD-CARE Program, Suite 100, 315 Science Parkway, Rochester, NY 14620 in Robert's name. Click here to sign Robert's guest book Click here to view the recorded funeral services