Birth date: Jul 6, 1935 Death date: Feb 3, 2021
Robert J. Congel, the Founder and Chairman of the Pyramid Companies, passed away peacefully at home on February 3rd surrounded by family. He was 85 years old. A lifelong resident of Central New York, Bob was a third generation It Read Obituary
During an end-of-study internship in the USA at the end of 2001, I had the chance to work within Destiny USA and work alongside Robert every day. He was always smiling, polite and friendly, with all of his collaborators and employees. I learned a lot alongside him. Thanks again
I worked for Bob back in 1985-86, and I will always remember his business savvy, but even more his understanding of people. I learned a lot from him. May he Rest In Peace.
Reed Bergwall
I still have not gotten paid for my work on Carousel, hope he left some $ for me especially considering the tax breaks?
Mrs. Congel and Family...
Please accept my sincere condolences...
I met Mr. Congel -- and many of you! -- when I was a very young account executive at Eric Mower & Associates. One of my first important assignments at Mower as working to help support marketing for Carousel Center, the carousel restoration, and key properties in Franklin Square. For a young advertising/PR guy, it was a dream assigment. And I was, and remain, very proud to have played a small part in bringing to life such important and enduring Syracuse landmarks.
I always enjoyed my experiences with Mr. Congel -- his work ethic, vision and passion set an example that has served me well in my career. And, I appreciate how he balanced professional achievement with personal philathrophy and a keen focus on family.
I don't make it back to Syracuse very often, but I have very fond memories of the city and my time working on Pyramid assignments...especially my time interacting with Mr. Congel and his children, as they entered the business. So, it's with gratitude and appreciation that I offer my thoughts and prayers at this sad time... My best to you all...
-- Tom Armentrout, Atlanta
Sue, I’m so very sorry for your loss. I know Syracuse is a far better city because of Bob and his vision.
Interestingly, and for a reason I’m not certain why or how, I thought back to when my Mom & Dad came back from your wedding. They both were so happy and had such a wonderful time. My mom said what she loved was how much Bob kept kissing you! Boy he must really love her, she said. Of course my mom was so very happy for you. We all knew how much Bob loved you. Sue, we go all the way back to Collingwood Ave, I just want to say again how sorry I am.
Bill Schick
My name is Mary Castrilli Osborne. My mother's name was Concetta Visalli. Her mother was Katherine Grosso, and When she came here from Sicily, Italy she lived with her cousin Dr. Grosso's family. I remember she talked about Robert's grandfather Antonio Mondo, also one of her relatives. She also told us that Robert Congel was one of her cousins. I believe I am a cousin- 2nd or 3rd and I just wanted to send you my condolences for your loss of your father, a true visionary.
I served as one of Bob’s finance lawyers for many years but he was for me a colleague, visionary and inspiration. Pursuing a dream to realization is not only a developer’s role but a lesson in life for all of us. I am grateful for the time I was able to advise him. I will miss him deeply.
Our deepest condolences to the Congel family on the loss of your beloved father. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace.
Clarkstown Supervisor George Hoehmann
