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ROBERT KEMPER Obituary

KEMPER, ROBERT R., JR., PhD., MD, peacefully passed away at home on September 13, 2011, at age 46. Devoted husband of Rosa Cardoso da Silveira. Loving father of Robert A. (Robby) age 9 and Kate Angeline (Gigi) age 3. Cherished son of Robert R. Kemper (deceased) and Gwen Kemper of Cincinnati, OH. Beloved brother of Susan Seyfang of Cincinnati, OH. Survived by many relatives and friends. Graduated Elder HS Cincinnati, OH 1983, obtained BA from University of Notre Dame (Honors Program) 1987, PhD in Microbiology and Biochemistry from University of Miami FL 1992, MD from University of Cincinnati Medical School 1996. Completed internship and residency at Jackson Memorial Hosp. Miami FL 1999. He practiced for two years in Cody WY. In 2001, Bob and wife Rosa opened his private office in Key Biscayne, FL where he practiced until 2005. He then joined the University of Miami/ MDVIP Practice in Key Biscayne where he practiced until March of 2010. His commitment was always to family, friends, patients, the entire community of Key Biscayne, and, most importantly, to his faith. Viewing will be held at 5:00PM and Mass at 7:00 PM at St Agnes Catholic Church, 100 Harbor Drive, Key Biscayne, FL on Monday, September 19th, 2011, followed by a reception at the Key Biscayne Beach Club, 685 Ocean Drive, Key Biscayne. In lieu of flowers, Bob requested that contributions be made towards a college fund for his children. Plan vouchers can be found at www.drbobkemper.com or call Scott Sharp at 305-725-4044. View this Guest Book at www. MiamiHerald.com/obituaries.

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Published by the Miami Herald on Sep. 16, 2011.

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September 12, 2012

I am so saddened by Dr. Bob's passing I just found out today Sept. 12th 2012. My prayers and love to Rosa and the children. We knew one another in Cody Wyoming. God Bless him. Judy Brindisi

Amy Metzger

September 17, 2011

I am very sorry to hear this sad news. - Amy Metzger MD '96

Mariana & Richard McCroskey

September 17, 2011

We are deeply saddened by the loss of Dr. Kemper. He was a tremendous asset to us all in Key Biscayne not only as our local doctor but as a friend. We will miss his caring and smiling face. Our thoughts & prayers to Rosa

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