Robert Henry Strong, 89, of Vero Beach, passed away on Friday, February 8, 2013 at the VNA Hospice House in Vero Beach. Mr. Strong was born October 9, 1923 in New York, NY. He had been a resident of Vero Beach since 1987, coming from DeWitt, NY. Robert graduated from high school in Evanston, IL. Later he attended the University of Colorado, Boulder until he enlisted in the military. He served in the United States Army during WWII. He served in the 10th Mountain Division, and was assigned to the 110th Signal Platoon. He had attended alumni gatherings of the 10th MTN DIV. since the time of his military service. Prior to his retirement he worked as a mason for the Local 519 Plasterers and Masons for thirty years. He spent the last five years of his career as the union's business agent. He was a member of the DeWitt Community Church; the Antique Classic Boat Society; and the National Rifle Association. He was an avid skier, swimmer and wood craftsman. Survivors include his wife of fifty-eight years, Jeanne Gorman Strong of Vero Beach; daughter, Susan (Rick) Larson of Valparaiso, IN; son, Thomas Peter (Peg) Strong of Pompey, NY; daughter, Cindy (Bob) Stratton of East Syracuse, NY; son, James (Deb) Strong of Skaneateles, NY; daughter, Cinderbus Strong of Old Forge, NY; sister, Gerry Gocke of North Carolina; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Memorial services will be held at a later date in Dewitt, NY. Arrangements are under the direction and care of Cox Gifford Seawinds Funeral Home and Crematory in Vero Beach, FL. Online condolences may be sent at www.coxgifforseawinds.com.