Robert Harry “Bob” Schorah
September 1, 1938 - November 21, 2021
Robert Harry “Bob” Schorah, age 83, of Wilmington, DE, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 21, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Wilmington, DE, on September 1, 1938, he was a son of the late William J. and Margaret (McGowan) Schorah. Bob attended Wilmington public schools. He was employed at Wilmington Sash and Door Lumbar and Garrett Miller Appliance Warehouse for many years.
Bob was an avid Phillies and Eagles fan. He enjoyed bowling through the Lumberman’s League and several other leagues. Bob also enjoyed playing golf, watching cooking shows, and eating crabs.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Robert S. Schorah; siblings, Peggy, Joseph, and Jerome; and cat, Ginger. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Jean (Krajewski) Schorah; son, Kristian Schorah (Christine); grandchildren, Emma and Noah; brothers, William Schorah (Elsie) and George Schorah (Sherri); and many nieces and nephews.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 9 am until 10 am on Saturday, December 4, 2021, at St. Hedwig R.C. Church, 408 South Harrison Street, Wilmington, DE, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10 am. Face coverings will be required for all those in attendance not immunized with the COVID-19 vaccine per the Governor of Delaware. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery, 6001 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE.
Charlie Bowen
Kris you and family are in my prayers 🙏
Ed and Fran Curran
Thinking of you Jean and Kristian at this difficult time. Ed and I were So sorry to hear of Bobs passing. We had a lot of fun times together. Will be keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Tracey Hoopes
Kristian, Mrs. Schorah, and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss . I will always remember Mr. Schorah’s love of bowling, sitting in the basement on Broom St. cheering on his teams and having the biggest and kindest heart. May you all find comfort in your memories ❤️.
With Sorrow-Tracey Pickhaver Hoopes
Carol Stoddard Brown
So sorry to read of your loss. Sending 🙏🏻🙏🏻
I still remember your wedding glad I could be a part of it. Hold on to your memories!
Veronica Gregor Haas
Jean and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers 🙏 for Bob, you and your family. I still remember when you and Bob met at St. Elizabeth’s dance. It is hard to believe that many years have past.