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1924
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2021
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Robert DUGAN Obituary
96, of Delray Beach, passed away on March 4, 2021. A South Florida resident since 1986, Bob formerly lived in Kettering (Dayton), Ohio. He was born on August 28, 1924 to James and Mary Murphy Dugan of Murray City, Ohio. Bob was inducted into the Army in May of 1943. Eventually, he served with Co. M290, 75th Infantry Division and was wounded in the "Battle of the Bulge", January 5, 1945, for which he was awarded the Purple Heart Medal. Following his discharge from the service on November 9, 1945, at Thayer General Hospital, Nashville, TN, he re-entered Ohio University, Athens, OH and earned a Bachelor's Degree in accounting in June of 1949. Bob moved to Dayton, OH, in 1951 and joined the public accounting firm of Arnold, Hawk and Cuthbertson in 1952, where he obtained his C.P.A. certificate. In 1963, the firm merged with Haskins and Sells of New York (now DeLoitte). In 1973, he joined the Reynolds and Reynolds Company from which he retired to South Florida, December 31, 1985 as Group Vice President,
Financial Services and Director. He was a member of the St. Lucy Men's Club, Serra Club of South Palm Beach County, the Knights of Columbus (Council 500 Dayton), The American
Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Bob is predeceased by his wife of 48 years Madonna Koeberlein, his parents, his sister Mary Margaret, brothers Charles, James Jr. and Joseph, and nephew James III. He is
survived by his nephews Thomas P. (Doris), Charles F. II
(Bernadette), Michael J. (Mary), William P. (Michelle) and
Robert J. (Diane) Dugan, and great-nieces and nephews.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions a funeral mass and burial with military honors at South Florida National Cemetery will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Lucy Catholic Church, 3510 S. Ocean Blvd., Highland Beach, FL 33487.
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Msgr. Stephen Bosso
March 23, 2021
Bob was a devout Catholic and great supporter of vocations to the priesthood and religious life! We at St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary have been the recipient of his friendship, support, prayers and generosity. We will remember Bob and Madonna in our Masses and prayers. May he be welcomed home in Heaven by the angels of God and rest in peace!
Aug 28, 2011
Kris Dugan
March 13, 2021
Aug 27, 2011
Kris Dugan
March 13, 2021
Kris Dugan
March 13, 2021
I remember you as the great uncle who would come to visit us yearly in the Chicago as a stop-over before going to St. Louis. You leave now as a Great Uncle who was a faithful Catholic, great provider, veteran, friend, patriarch of the family, and a charitable and humble guy.
I expressed an interest in your war history, not knowing if you were willing to share. I was quite amazed and thankful for the long letter you sent providing details of your service, which was cut short, thankfully to being wounded. After Madonna passed away, you asked me if I would accommodate you to your annual army reunions. I couldn't pass that up. I have many photos of you and I at these reunions. I provided a special photo where we were able to celebrate your birthday on the day the reunion concluded. For those who read this, the concluding day is really just a Sunday breakfast buffet and everyone goes about their merry way back home. I arranged with the hotel staff to create a special departure desert -- one that you would love -- an ice cream sundae with strawberries.
After you decided to stop your long distance travels, I've visited more often to celebrate your birthdays and see you after Christmas. You were extremely kind and considerate to pay for my meals and any guest's meals. I wouldn't trade it for the world. I'm fortunate to have known you better over these past 12 years. You'll be in my memory and prayers.
75th. Infantry Co. M290 PURPLE HEART- Battle of the Bulge. One of "The Greatest Generation"
Herb Sharfenaker USMC
March 12, 2021
God Bless and a Heartfelt Thank YOU for your service in WWII. The USA would NOT be as it is today. RIP in The National Cemetery, Lake Worth, Florida. And Semper Fi. ... Soldier.
The Dugan brothers, December 28, 1945. L-R is Charles, James (Jim), Joseph (Joe), and Robert (Bob).
William Dugan
March 11, 2021
Joe visited Bob in the hospital when Bob was wounded, and gave him his overcoat. Uncle Bob had a terrific memory of events of the war. I wish we had recorded some of the for posterity.
Mary Ann Potter Ruthmeyer
March 10, 2021
So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I spoke to Bob last summer when he called to check on my dad, Bob Potter. They were friends from Haskins and Sells. My dad and Bob both passed within two days of each other, so I can only hope that they traveled to heaven together, poised and ready to help God with his financial statements!
Merle Wilberding
March 9, 2021
I have such fond memories of working Bob Dugan when he was VP of Reynolds & Reynolds. He was such an honorable man with great integrity, and I learned so much from him about leadership and performance. I am proud to have know him. May God Bless him.
BD #96, He loved the Keurig individual coffees. Trish had to buy more.
William Dugan
March 9, 2021
Birthday #96. He didn't want to shave until Trump was elected or Harbours Edge dining room opened.
William Dugan
March 9, 2021
2015 or 2016??
Bill (& Michelle) Dugan
March 8, 2021
Uncle Bob became the family patriarch when may dad, Joe Dugan passed away, always looking after the nephews, nieces, and great-nephews and great-nieces. Whenever we visited, we would eat and eat and eat, and all the food was great, whether it was in the dining rooms at Harbours Edge, or elsewhere (Kee Grill, ). Since he wasn't very mobile in his later years, we'd find activities where we could be in the car. He must have visited the Lion Country Safari a half dozen times, but it didn't matter because we were together. The next photo is one of our favorites, our 3-hour cruise on the Lady Delay. Rest in peace Uncle Bob, we know you are re-united with Madonna, your brothers, parents and all your loved ones. Continue to watch over us, until we meet again.
Love,
Bill & Michelle
L. H
March 6, 2021
RIP. Thank you for your service.
Kathy Curtis
March 6, 2021
Kathy Curtis
March 6, 2021
Kathy Curtis
March 6, 2021
Uncle Bob will be greatly missed. Love you!
Bob's 95th Birthday at Kee Grille with Trish and her Dad.
Nora Konopka
March 5, 2021
My sincerest condolences to Bob and Madonna's families; Bob is a treasure! What a wonderful man who accomplished so much; I will miss him terribly. It is my honor and privilege to know him, and I am a better person for it. My family and I love Bob, and we enjoyed celebrating St. Patrick's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas with him these last few years; he was always the hit of the party!
I will remember fondly our 7:30 am breakfast meet-ups at the Original Pancake House. We drank black coffee, buttered the pancakes, and Bob always let me order the bacon crisp. We discussed Notre Dame football and solved all of the world's problems; there is no one else like Bob.
Thank you to Trish for always organizing a wonderful birthday celebration that included gorgeous cakes, presents, and balloons. She encouraged the entire restaurant to sing Happy Birthday to you at Kee Grille, and the patrons cheered loudly for you; August 28th won't be the same, and my Flag will fly proudly for you on this day!
My family and I enjoyed attending Mass with you each week. You always looked so immaculate and sharp; your faith is exemplary, and your devotion to the Blessed Mother will continue each day through the kindness you have shown to so many. I will always be praying to Our Lady for you.
Bob, on behalf of my entire family, we thank you for your Service, friendship, conversation, prayers, laughter, and for bringing joy into our lives. You were the first person I called when my mommy passed away, and I can't tell you how much I appreciated your prayers for her every morning. Through Divine Intervention, you joined Madonna on the same day as her passing 12 years ago; well done, Bob – what a love story. You and your family will forever be in my prayers, and I look forward to seeing you again, my friend. I love you xo
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