Robert ‘Bob’ Warren Bork, age 79, of High Bridge, NJ passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at Morristown Medical Center in Morristown, NJ.

He was born on December 26, 1944 in Montclair, NJ.  He spent his childhood in Clifton, East Orange and Roseland before moving to High Bridge in 1977.

He was the son of the late Robert J. and Ruth Jean Snyder Bork.

Bob was the husband of Lauren G. Bell Bork, celebrating 51 years of marriage. 

He was a graduate of West Essex High School and Oregon Technical Institute. 

He was a US Army veteran serving from 1967 to 1970 during the Vietnam War and was awarded a Bronze Star Medal. He then enlisted with the National Guard to continue his service.  He served in the National Guard from 1978 – 2004, retiring as a Master Sergeant.

Bob worked for Garfield Gunsmithing for 9 years early on in his career.  He then went on to work for the New Jersey State Police for 16 years with their Marine Law Enforcement Bureau.  He also worked for 8 years with the New Jersey State Park Police until his retirement.  He was currently working as a crossing guard in High Bridge for the past 19 years. 

Bob truly lived a life of service, always giving back to his community.  Not only with his military service and policework, but he was also a member of the High Bridge Fire Department for over 44 years.  He was also actively involved with the Boy Scouts of America organization for over 25 years where he had many memorable trips with his sons biking in various places including High Point State Park.  Bob also enjoyed teaching the NJ Mandatory Safe Boating Courses over the years.  He was also a Mets fan and a long suffering Jets season ticket holder. 

Bob was an avid outdoorsman.  He loved being outdoors, hiking, camping, boating, skiing, fishing hunting and shooting. 

Survivors in addition to his loving wife include two sons; Jonathan Bork and his wife Stephanie of Henrico, VA and Larry Bork of Eatontown, NJ.  Two grandchildren; Acadia and Franklin.  One brother; Paul Bork and his wife Toby of Spring Hill, FL.  Three nephews and one niece; David, Michael, Christopher and Kimberly. 

A memorial service to celebrate Bob’s life will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are under the direction of Naughright-Scarponi Funeral Home in High Bridge, NJ.

Memorials can be made to High Bridge Fire Department, 7 Maryland Avenue, High Bridge, NJ 08829.