About the Couple
Bob and Debby grew up near each other in Central New York, but did not really know each other until Debby chose this boy from her church to write a Dear Lonely Serviceman letter to. They established a frequent penpal relationship which grew to a dating relationship on his first leave home and blossomed into a marriage relationship after only a few more in person visits.
Bob and Debby were fortunate to live in a few places around the world during Bob’s Army career while raising their three children. Post-Army they settled in Hilton, New York where they attended and served at the Hilton United Methodist Church. This is where they learned about United Marriage Encounter and decided to attend a UME Weekend in Rochester, NY in 2006. Bob and Debby joined EnCore shortly after their Weekend and were very regular attenders ever since.
Bob and Debby were a prime example of the faithful, quiet servants behind the scenes. They willingly helped with Weekends and events. For many years Debby coordinated their Core making the Cana banners for the Weekend couples. Bob’s technical knowledge came in very helpful any time a sound system or computer was needed.
Bob and Debby went on a trip to Alaska for their 50th Anniversary during the summer of 2024. Bob surprised Debby with a vow renewal ceremony performed by the ship’s Captain and he even thought of the flowers and cake!
Involvement in United Marriage Encounter
They learned about United Marriage Encounter Ministry and decided to attend a UME Weekend in Rochester, NY in 2006. Bob and Debby joined EnCore shortly after their Weekend and were very regular attenders ever since.
Bob lost his battle with cancer on December 26, 2024.
A comment made by a friend at Bob’s funeral that sums up the Comstocks was “I never knew just Bob, it was always Bob and Debby’.
Obituary of Robert M. Comstock
Hilton - Robert M. Comstock passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2024 at the age of 73. He was predeceased by his parents, Dayton and Charlotte Comstock; and his father-in-law, Alfred Wood. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Debra (Wood) Comstock; his children, Steven (Crystal) Comstock, Jennifer (Kevin) Templin and Kevin Comstock; his grandchildren, Brayden & Kitt Comstock, Noah & Lucy Templin, and Jenny Comstock; his mother-in-law, Dolores Wood; his brothers, Gary (Barbara) Comstock and James (Kim) Comstock; and his sister, Karen Comstock.
Robert was a Veteran of the United States Army. He was employed by M&T Bank as an IT specialist for many years. He owned a Honda Gold Wing motorcycle and was a member of the Gold Wing Group. He was a runner and a biker and enjoyed kayaking on Lake Ontario. He also enjoyed woodworking as well as camping in his RV in the 1,000 Islands and Adirondacks. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.