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Robert Stewart Burt

08/15/1951 - 12/30/2024

Robert Stewart Burt, 73, departed from this physical realm December 30, 2024 in Holmes Beach, Florida doing what he loved, helping others. Bob was born August 15, 1951 in Corning, New York to Stewart Wellington Burt and Arla Stumpff Burt who preceded him in death. Memorial Services to be held in Canonsburg, Pa and Florida in the near future.

Bob is survived by his life partner of 12 years Rosey Montes; children Pannayiota (Kevin) Guigley of Appleton, WI, Christina Kapelonis of Canonsburg, PA, John (Krystle) Burt of McDonald, PA; grandchildren Christos Kapelonis, Agape Kapelonis, Evangalios Guigley, Theodorous Guigley, Vasili Guigley, Melina Burt and Deanna Burt; his younger brothers David Burt and Joseph Burt and their families.

Bob was a bohemian at heart, spending the last few years traveling around Florida, making music and friends as he and Rosie explored the beaches and ocean. Most recently they were spending time in Holmes Beach, where Bob was using his handyman skills to help those affected by the last Hurricane. He was also a talented artist, who had recently exhibited paintings locally. His other great love was music, and Bob loved to hang out and jam with friends. Bob had played drums in a variety of bands when he was living in Pittsburgh, PA, which is where he met his partner Rosey. As he told it, it was love at first sight, and they shared many of the same interests and a creative spirit. Bob had made his home for several years in Canonsburg, PA where his children were raised. He graduated from the Art Institute of Pittsburgh and worked in Graphic Design and Marketing and Sales for a variety of companies.

Bob was known for his kindness and compassion. He believed in accepting everyone as they are with no judgement, and helping people whenever he could. He believed in the power of music and art, encouraging others to create. In memory of Bob, please pass this spirit along, help those in need and make some beautiful music.