Robert Pastor Obituary

A Newark, N.J. native who lived in Atlanta in the 1980s and '90s, Bob Pastor was a key foreign policy aide for Carter for more than 20 years. He also authored 17 books and taught at Emory, Harvard and American universities, all the while seeking ways to solve some of the world's problems. Read the news obituary.

Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Jan. 12, 2014.

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Valenda Newell

November 23, 2016

God's word will come true all pain and suffering will be gone forever.

November 30, 2014

Bob was our next door neighbor in Brookwood Hills in Atlanta. Of course, we didnt have a chance to see much of him, as he was always on the go! We were very sorry to hear about his passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time. He left quite a mark in the world & we know he will be greatly missed.

Christy & Chris Payne

January 26, 2014

SINCERE CONDLOENCE,GOD HAS SAID,I-I MYSELF AM THE ONE THAT IS COMFORTING YOU PEOPLE...ISA.51:12...MB

January 24, 2014

Not only does each of us know our own pain but so does our heavenly father. May this fact bring the family some comfort. Psalms 37:9-11

January 22, 2014

Dear Pastor family, Robert was a man on the go but we can now take comfort in he is now resting.?And I heard a voice out of heaven say: “Write: Happy are the dead who die in union with [the] Lord from this time onward. Yes, says the spirit, let them rest from their labors, for the things they did go right with them.” Rev.14:13

January 22, 2014

I am so sad and sorry to hear this. I was a summer intern at the Carter Center, working with Bob on the China Village Election project back in 1998. That experience and Bob's own career stories gave me confidence to study and work in the public policy field. He will be deeply missed.

Lantian

January 22, 2014

Your passing is unexplainable, you were much too young and talented for that. and you were a good colleague from whom I learned a great deal. Rest in peace.

Juan M del Aguila

January 20, 2014

Draw comfort that death will be a thing of the past because the God of the bible who cannot lie. Titus 1:2

Jan

January 18, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

2 Thess. 2:16-17

January 17, 2014

I was so saddened to learn of Bob's illness and death. I've many fond memories of his helping Ben Jones when Ben was in Congress and later his work with Common Cause. His good humor in the midst of tough issues will be missed.

Jim Watkins

January 15, 2014

I'm sorry for your lost. May your family rely on God in this time of grief.

January 13, 2014

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

Eg

January 13, 2014

To the Pastor family: God will be a refuge, strength, and comfort to you during your bereavement. Draw close to him and he will draw close to you. (James 4:8)

January 13, 2014

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

- Rev. 21: 4 - V Austin

January 13, 2014

We are sorry to learn of the passing of Robert, but grateful for his service to our nation as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Malaysia.

Our Condolences,
The National Peace Corps Association

January 13, 2014

The loss of a loved one can be so hard. Please have comfort in God 's love. 1 Cor. 15:26

January 11, 2014

I am sorry so to hear of your great loss.
Soon under God's kingdom, God promises to put an end to all sickness, pain, and tears.

Rr

January 11, 2014

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

January 11, 2014

My condolences to your family. May you be comforted by memories and God's Word of truth. John 17:3

January 11, 2014

My condolences for the loss of your husband, father. may the god of comfort be with all of you as you mourn.

January 11, 2014

We are sorry for your loss Pastor family and friends.Draw close to God in the days ahead - James 4:8.

Lynn

January 11, 2014

Love always

January 11, 2014

Our thoughts are with you Margie and all the family at this time of sorrow. Bob fought a courageous fight right up to the end, and his wit and wisdom will be greatly missed by all his friends. He made major contributions to furthering democracy in the world.

B ill and Helga Butler

January 10, 2014

condolences-peace

joaquim-r-redeemer barbosa

January 10, 2014

So sorry for your lost. May the family find hope and comfort in the God of all comfort.

January 10, 2014

Deepest condolences to your family. May God be with you.

January 10, 2014

My deepest simpathy to the family of Mr RoBert pASTOR during this difficult time may GOD give you all the strength and may find comfort in his promises Rev chap 21/3,4

Gertha Meme

January 10, 2014

Condolences to the Pastor family. May God
bless you and your family.

January 10, 2014

Fernando de Peña. Brownsville, Tx

January 10, 2014

God bless you and your loved ones ~ Rest in peace.

Jane Dowling

January 10, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

G. Freeman

January 10, 2014

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