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for Robert Taylor
Jim Pellegrini
October 3, 2024
GBNF test In Peace my dear friend.
Jim Pellegrini
October 3, 2022
Jim Pellegrini
October 3, 2022
Jim Pellegrini
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Jim Pellegrini
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Jim Pellegrini
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Jim Pellegrini
October 3, 2022
I think of you often my friend. He was our son Joe's God Father.
Susan Transon
October 8, 2021
Thinking of you Bobby. Someday we will meet again. Thank you for your service.
Jim Pellegrini
October 3, 2021
I think of you often my friend.
Ira Greene
March 12, 2009
Bob was a proud member of our Civil War Reenactment unit, Co. B, 57th Virginia Infantry, where he held the rank of Corporal. Our unit philosophy is to portray a veteran and line company of the Army of Northern Virginia in mid-1862. Several years ago, Bob watched our unit drilling at Longwood during the Town Fair. He must have liked our style, because he enlisted with us that same day. He soon became a a valued and respected member. Bobby last took the field with us at Gettysburg in 2008. We all knew how ill he was, but he insisted on being there, even on a limited basis.
Bobby was loved and respected by all. A true man in every way, blessed with great physical strength but with a kindness rarely encountered in this life, he was a friend to be valued. Unfortunately, since we did not learn of his passing until a few weeks ago, we were unable to pay our respects. However, all of us wish to tell his family and friends how much we miss him. We hope to soon place his picture in uniform on our memorial page on our new unit website:
www.57thvirginiainfantry.com
Ira Greene, Adjutant
57th Virginia
Jim Pellegrini
December 20, 2008
Other pictures and tribute here - bobby.jimp.us
Jim Pellegrini
November 9, 2008
Where do I begin? First, our deepest sympathy to Mrs. Taylor and all his brothers and sisters and Christine. I found out a month after Bobby passed. Shame on me for not calling as often as I should have. Bobby “Fred” and I go back a long time. Part of the original “Rat Pack”. Years before the Corp. and proudly; years after. He was my son Joey’s God Father and we could not have selected a finer person for the honor.
Eddie Spilik, my wife and I were recalling the time when we all went fishing in late October and got stranded in some pretty cold and miserable weather. Bobby took the helm while Eddie and I took shelter under the bow of the boat. Ice cycles formed and clung to his beard, and the water froze on his face, but he took us home. My wife came back to find Bobby in her bathrobe and all of our clothes in the oven, drying off. (It’s true, we have the picture :)
True to the core... honorable to the end, and a better friend I could never ask for. You will be thought of always in the best of ways and spoken about in no other way but postive.
I will be gathering pictures and stories and in short order, I will build a web page to honor my friend.
Bobby, you took us home, now the Lord has taken you home. Until we meet again Semper Fi!
Love Jim, Colleen and All of the Pellegrini family.
Pierce McGlone
October 21, 2008
My condolances for your family. I first remember Bobby from the fishing
trips when I was a child. He was a genuine and sincere man, the rare
thing for our age. He will be missed and I will keep him in my prayers.
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James Vargas
October 16, 2008
"Yes Sir-eee Bob" Dont dare say that, Bob would have fired back "Dont call me Sir, I work for a Living!!!!!!!!!!!!" (Full Metal Jacket) I'll never forget you Bob, you were always so good to Jane and Lauren, We will all miss you ;( SEMPER FI!!!!!!!!!
Cheryl Iannone
October 13, 2008
We wish to send our heartfelt Sympathy to all who were involved in Bobby's life. To his Mom, Dad, Brothers & Sisters, always remember that you were part of building the True man he grew to be.
I know all your memories will turn into treasures.
Bobby, you will truly be missed.
Cheryl,Lou,Mike & Donna Iannone
Kelly Taylor
October 13, 2008
Bobby was my brother. Growing up in a large family had its ups and downs, and especially as we all get older we tend to get busy with all the things in our lives, and don't get to spend as much time together. When Bobby got sick he moved home with my mom, and me and my kids and I got to spend alot more time with him. just driving him to Philadelphia for his treatments, I got to talk to him more one on one and found out how much things meant to him. We always talked alot about when we were younger and all the great times we all had as kids. But until Bobby died and I saw and met so many people who's lives he touched, I never realized the extent of what a great guy he was and what a great life he had lived. I truly am blessed to have him for my brother as is my family, extended family, and his many, many, good friends. I thank all of you for sharing your great stories and memories with us and for joining us in celebrating his life. And special thanks to Christine who stayed with us throughout Bobby's final days, and gave Bobby a very special gift. We are blessed to have her enter our lives. Bobby, my big baby brother, I LOVE YOU XOXOXOXO
Susan Transon
October 11, 2008
Bobby ~ I will never forget our last conversation on the steps of your moms house in Farmingdale. We shared the proud moment of the US Marine Corps as my son serves our country. The Taylor family has always been in my life since high school. From a proud Marine family and a Farmingdale High School graduate (feels like so long ago), my heartfelt love and support to all the Taylors and Bobby, I am so proud of you. You stood for what you believed in at such a young age. I wish I got to know you better. Rest in Peace my friend and Semper Fidelius from one proud Marine family to another. You are with your Marine brothers now. Stand tall.
Diana Hibbard-LoCascio
October 11, 2008
Dear Fred (Bobby),
You would shoot me for saying this, but my overriding thought of you is how sweet of a man you were. You did your best to appear rough and gruff at times, but you never fooled me. You are a dear person and you touched many lives. We may have been an odd pair with little in common on paper, but we never ran out of converstion (nor tired of needling each other). You always had the most awful jokes and I will miss hearing your laugh as you told them. You were always there for me and your friends and had such a generous spirit. I am so grateful to have been your friend and wish I could be telling you this in person today. Your sense of honor and integrity were genuine to the core. I won't be able to see workboots, a plaid flannel shirt or a yellow pickup truck without thinking of you. Decaff coffee will still always remind me of your time working for the village.
My deepest sympathy to the Taylor family. You can be proud of what a fine man Bobby/Fred was. He will be missed.
Morgan Patterson
October 10, 2008
Bobby was a dear friend and a proud fellow Marine. His bright, warm spirit will be missed by all who knew him. We send our warmest thoughts and prayers to Emily, Bobbys brothers and sisters, his nieces and nephews, and all his cousins who he dearly loved. We will miss him.
All Our Love and Prayers,
Morgan and Jeanmarie Patterson
Morgan Patterson
October 10, 2008
Bobby was a a dear friend and fellow Marine. His bright spirit will live on in all who knew and loved him. We will miss him. We send our love,thoughts and prayers to Emily, his brothers and sisters, neices and nephews and all of his cousins that he loved so much.
All our Love and Condolences in your time of sorrow.
Morgan and Jeanmarie Patterson
Georgia Wahl
October 10, 2008
Dearest Bob,
You've been part of our lives, considered part of our family for 23 years, which now seems like a brief moment in time. Your unconditional love, support, kindness and friendship lit a flame in our hearts that will never be extinguished. We will remember you with smiles and laughter because that is what you gave to all you called friend.
Untill we meet again my friend; all our love,
Georgia, Jay, Dan, Zach, Jenn and Andy
John and Paula Clemente
October 10, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathy
Ron, Sue and Courtney Samartan
October 10, 2008
Dear Kathy, Mike, Sam, Meg and entire family, Please accept our deepest condolences at this difficult time. Remember "Memories never fade, they only move deeper into our hearts. May memories of your loved one bring you peace". Much Love and Prayers for all,
Christine McIntyre Hurley
October 10, 2008
...your amazing smile, warmest heart,ever-lasting strength,love of family,friends,the passion you had for hunting,fishing,your Civil War reinactments,your love for American History and the fire that grew when you shared it with others,your great dancing(which put "Dancing with the Stars to shame"!),your playful and patient ways you had with all our kids(especially your nephew John)and the way you taught them what you've learned.A U.S Marine-through and through..till the very end..your love for America and how proud you were for your cousin Eddy,a CO @ Sing Sing who loved his job like no other..but loved and treasured all the men and women he worked with and the care and support they've gave him throughout his plight. These my friends are many of the reasons why Bobby is loved and why I loved him...so very much.No one will ever be able to fill your "boots" "Booby".I will love you forever..Did I ever tell you you ARE MY HERO and always will be.I used to be afraid of dieing...but no more ..because I know you will be there to take my hand and give me that "hug" I always loved so much.You will be with me where ever I go..and I will see Montana..and your great grandfathers Civil War gloves...and all the beauty you've spoke to me about that I saw through your eyes and post cards.I love you Bobby..you are truly my "Soul Mate." Heaven has become richer with your presence.Our memories here will live forever..until we meet again my friend....Christine
Tara Cunningham- Leas
October 9, 2008
Bobby Taylor
A Great Man!!!
All My Love Tara
Eddie Horan
October 9, 2008
Dear Bobby
My life long friend you will be missed
Eddie
Doris Ketcham
October 9, 2008
The Ketcham Family extends their deepest sympathy on your loss. We each have many fond memories of Bobby and he will be sorely missed. His sense of humor and his infectious smiles always made us laugh. Say Hi to "Uncle Warren" for us Bobby.
With Our Sincere Sympathy,
Adelaide, Douglas, Dorothy and Doris Ketcham
maureen cunningham
October 9, 2008
Your contagious laughter and warm spirit will remain with us always. Thank you for being our Friend!
The Cunningham’s
(Casey, Gail, Maureen, & Tara)
Gail Dunne
October 9, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about Bobby, I know Bobby from my brother Wayne Ketcham and my Dad Robert Ketcham. He was a wonderful guy. He will be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with all your family
Gail (Ketcham) Dunne
Virginia & Rolf Huebner
October 9, 2008
Our sincerest sympathy to the entire Taylor family. Jeffrey spoke to me a lot about Robert. You can all be proud to have had him for a son and brother. May he rest in peace.
Dawn O'Keeffe-Hores
October 9, 2008
We are so sorry to here about Bobby, he was a stand up guy always willing to help someone.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Dawn and Brad
Barbara Barth
October 9, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and the whole family.
Barbara (Joanne's Coggin's friend and Wayne Ketcham's cousin)
Janice Scutaro
October 9, 2008
Bob,
I've known you since Jr. High School,
we've had a lot of good times with everyone and will cherish the memories I have of you. You will be missed my friend.
Love
Ralph Gallicchio
October 9, 2008
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