Robert J. Kalenik

Of the Town of Wheatfield, NY, passed away Thursday, December 11, 2025 in Buffalo General Medical Center.

Robert Kalenik was born in Buffalo, NY on November 28, 1950, a son of the late Aloysius and Genevieve [Chwojdak] Kalenik.

Mr. Kalenik was a graduate of Bishop Timon High School & Niagara County Community College and received certificates from Niagara University & the UB School of Management.

He was a Transportation & Logistics Manager for various companies in the area, including Graphic Controls, Silipos, Bernzomatic, and JR Products, and he also worked as an Off-Ice Official for the National Hockey League for over 40 years where he was the Scoring System Manager supporting the Buffalo Sabres.

Bob was a long-standing member of the Knights of Columbus Council #3875 in South Buffalo.

He is survived by his wife of 17 years Pauline F. [Rundle] Kalenik, a brother Thomas (Pauline) Kalenik, his children Kevin (Darlene) Kalenik, Robert (Megen) Kalenik, Mary Beth (Steve) Kull, Tanya Lyn Little, Guy Robert (Janelle) Little, eight grandchildren, several nieces & nephews, and his beloved family pet, Phryne.

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