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Robert William Luckow, Paramus High School Class of 1965
May 18, 1947 - September 24, 2025
Robert William Luckow, 78 years old of Wyckoff, NJ died suddenly Wednesday, September 24, 2025 after a wonderful life.
Born May 18, 1947, Bob’s early childhood was modest. He grew up on the streets of the lower east side, Alphabet City, playing stickball with his brother, Michael, and friends. His parents worked hard to provide for the boys, raising them to be competitive, generous, and loving. At age ten, his family moved to Paramus, NJ where he soon thrived as a standout athlete in both football and track and field for the Paramus High School Spartans. Bob earned the nickname “Baby Bull” for his athletic prowess and his dazzling speed. He played to win. Bobby would often say “life is not a dress rehearsal, we are only passing through once” and “I’d rather be ‘LUCKY’ than smart.”
Bob firmly believed that the love of family is life's greatest blessing. He lived that every day. A generous philanthropist, Bob and Audrey freely donated money and time to the Valley Health Systems, Villanova University, Holy Angels High School, the Wyckoff Community, Quest Autism Programs, and countless causes that supported and helped so many. His humility meant that many contributions were made anonymously.
The family will receive friends and family on Thursday, October 2, from 3 - 7 pm at the Vander Plaat Funeral Home, www.vpfh.com, 257 Godwin Avenue, Wyckoff, NJ. A Funeral Service/Mass will be celebrated on Friday, October 3, at 10:30 AM at St. Elizabeth of Hungary, 700 Wyckoff Avenue, Wyckoff, NJ. Interment will follow at Maryrest Cemetery, 770 Darlington Avenue, Mahwah, NJ.
Excepts above taken from the complete In Memory posting.
See "Donors" on this NorthJersey.com page regarding the Robert and Audrey Luckow Pavilion in Paramus, NJ.
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