Robert Hale Obituary

HANOVER Robert D. "Bob" Hale, 63, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 8, 2013, at home. He was the husband of Barbara W. "Barb" (Reiblich) Hale, his wife of 37 years. Born February 12, 1949, Robert was a son of Holise E. (Martin) Hale of Upperco, Md., and the late John G. Hale. Bob was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was employed with Towne Pride Interiors, Hampstead, Md., for 28 years. Bob attended Hanover First Church of God. He enjoyed camping in state parks and vacationing in Myrtle Beach, S.C. In addition to his wife, Barb, he is survived by their two children, Leann Starner and her husband, Kevin of York Springs, and Amy Brooks and her husband, Jeremy of Spring Grove; two grandchildren, Ryan Brooks and Megan Starner; and six siblings, Phyllis Goretsas of Hampstead, Md., Janet Martin of Manchester, Md., Arla Mae Martin of Hampstead, Delmar Hale of Hampstead, Gerald Hale, Manchester, and Darlene Ramsay of Glen Rock. A service to celebrate the life of Mr. Hale will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, January 10, 2013, at Hanover First Church of God with Pastor Jerry Shoap officiating. A time to share memories with the family will be on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church. Burial will be at 1:45 p.m. in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Hanover. For those desiring, contributions may be made in Bob's memory to the Salvation Army, 50 E. King St., York, PA 17401; or to York Rescue Mission, 367 W. Market St., P.O. Box 1968, York, PA 17405; or Hanover First Church of God, 600 Fairview Drive, Hanover, PA 17331. To share memories of Bob Hale, please visit www.wetzelfuneralhome.com

Published by Evening Sun on Jan. 9, 2013.
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I haven't seen Leann in years but I have great memories of her mom and dad and how they visited us at Weis markets while we worked there in High school. Please know your family is in my thoughts and prayers

Jennifer Braunschweiger-Riggin

January 9, 2013

I remember Bobby all thru school, with that childish smile he always had, and continued to carry with him. "When you see Bobby, you see that smile." My thoughts and prayers are with your family, for I know you are now smiling in Heaven. It was a pleasure knowing you, and growing-up with you Bobby.

Kathleen Armacost Langkam
(home place: Upperco,Md)

Kathleen Armacost-Langkam

January 9, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers go out to each and every one of you during this very difficult time. He was such a wonderful man and always treated me like family! May God bless you all and bring your comfort during this time.
Love,
Carey and Stephen

Carey Burkhalter

January 9, 2013

Dear Barb, Leann and Amy,

My thoughts and prayers are with you today and always. I feel so blessed to have met this wonderful man. He was a kind and gentle person. Bob is up in heaven with his wings and will be your guardian angel forever.

Patti Reaver

January 9, 2013

Deep Sympathy to Hale Family.Bob was a wonderful person he will be Deeply missed by all.

Randy and Dyann Baer

January 9, 2013

Mrs. Starner.

I'm very sorry for your lost, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers

Heidelinde Glas

January 9, 2013

Amy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Jeremy, Ryan, and the rest of your family. God bless you all!
With love,
The Friend Family

January 9, 2013

We've lost the guy with the twinkle in his eye. Sincerest sympathy to the family during this difficult time. Edie Tracey

January 9, 2013

Our hearts are saddened. Our love and prayers are with you. May our God give you comfort and peace in this difficult time.

Ken and Jean Hare

January 9, 2013

Barb, Leanne & Amy

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time, but we take great comfort in knowing that Bob is now with our Lord and Savior. Bob was one of the hardest working men, we have ever known, He was alot of fun and always had a smile, and great personality. He was known by some of his co-workers as the Ever Ready Bunny. There was no stopping Bob until the job was done. It was truly a pleasure to know him. Towne Pride has lost an exceptional person and he will be greatly missed and it was honor to know him and it's hard to say good bye to a good friend and person.

John & Sherry Hill

January 9, 2013

Barb and family, sorry to hear about Bob, he was a great part of the Towne Pride "family" and will be really mised.

Earl and Dianne Nichols

January 9, 2013

Leann, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless and bring you comfort in this time of sorrow.

Love and Prayers,
Linda Myers

Linda Myers

January 9, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers to the family. Bob will be greatly missed. He was a great friend and you know your family was like family to us.
May God Comfort you.
Love, Barb & Jerry Ball

January 9, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Pat Wagner

January 9, 2013

My sympathy to the whole family. Bobby was one special person. Always had a smile and positive attitude. He will be missed by so many.

God Bless Him
Della

January 9, 2013

Our condolences to the entire Hale family. Bob was a wonderful man and a great neighbor. He will truly be missed. All of our love, Dan and Stephanie Fackler

January 9, 2013

Leann...thoughts and prayers to you and your family at this difficult time.

Lesli Staley

January 9, 2013

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