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Robert Owendoff Obituary
USN (Ret.)
Mr. Owendoff, age 63, went home to be with the Lord on July 8, 2008 at his home in Charlotte, NC. Born March 16, 1945 at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, DC, he graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1968 and served 20 years active duty at sea and shore assignments before his retirement in 1988 as an instructor at the U.S. Naval Academy. He was known for his development and love of sundials, with one used as a pocket navigator during Viet Nam and one as the 1968 Class gift to the U.S. Naval Academy.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Denise; as well as his mother, Vauda Owendoff Schwanke and his brother, Jim, both of Fairfax, VA.
Family will receive friends on Friday, July 11, 2008 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Raymer Funeral Home, 16901 Old Statesville Road, Huntersville, NC, 704-892-9669, and on Saturday, July 12, 2008 from 12 to 1 p.m at World Worship Center, 3925 Rose Lake Drive, Charlotte, NC 704-424-1140. Family and friends are invited to a 'COMING HOME' celebration to be held on Saturday, July 12, 2008 at 1 p.m. at World Worship Center. Interment will be on Saturday, July 19,2008 at 1 p.m. at Garrett County Memorial Gardens, 881 Memorial Drive, Oakland, MD, 301-334-9141.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to World Worship Center, [email protected].
Raymer Funeral Home is serving the family. www.raymerfuneralhome.org.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Owendoff
Sponsored by The Burrell Family.
Cathy Shaffer
April 12, 2014
Death is a heartache no one can heal,
Love is a memory no one can steal.
Dave Whitcomb
August 17, 2008
Denise,
Laura and I would like to extend our thoughts and prayers to you in the loss of your husband. Although we never met Bob, we know he had to be an incredible guy.
You have always been very special to us and, although we know words are so inadequate at this time, realize that your strength in the days ahead will come from God, family and friends.
Dave & Laura Whitcomb
Bob Dean
August 5, 2008
Denise,
Lillian & I am so sorry for your loss
and to those of both families.
Mark Sleeper
July 28, 2008
Denise,
I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gary & Susan Storm
July 27, 2008
Denise, Susan and I were glad to be with you at the interment ceremony, you were gracious in the face of grief. We all share in your loss, please stay in touch with us and we will see you in Charlotte.
John & Nancy Bryan
July 23, 2008
To Denise and Bob's Family: A part of us left with Bob, and we won't be whole again until we join him in Heaven. We rejoice for him and grieve for those he left behind. Bob's quiet spirit, quick smile, love for the Lord, love for his family, love for the "boys," and love for Denise witnessed to us regularly. We'll treasure all the good times we spent together. Denise, we're "family" and plan to stick like glue. Much love.....
David Whitney
July 22, 2008
Denise: My sincere condolences go out to you and both families...God Bless...
Dennis MCCLOSKEY
July 22, 2008
I am sad to hear of Robert's passing. I was glad I did get to talk to him from AMS and shoot the breeze about old Navy days. My heart goes out to you in your loss. You are in our prayers. Best wishes in this difficult time. Dennis
Freida Phillips Burton
July 21, 2008
Denise,
I was sorry to hear about the loss of
your husband. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rick Givens
July 20, 2008
There are no words for your loss, but as time passes you will think and smile at the good times.
Capt Rick Givens ( Myrtle Beach)
Marilyn Byrd
July 19, 2008
Denise, you truly are my real sister and best friend ever! Thanks for all the great times you and Bob have helped us have together as a family. We'll always treasure all the memories you've helped to create for us as well. You really did help to fulfill Bob's life to make it so complete and he loved you dearly for that. You know that Bob will be waiting in Heaven to greet you one day.
We're always here for you, just let us know what we can do to help comfort you.
With love,
Marilyn, JR and Blake
denny young
July 19, 2008
denise & family; i had hoped to have been in attendance, for both services...however, flight loads did not allow such to happen. travelling 'stand by' is not nice these days! i would've been there, today; had it not been for the 'oversold' flight loads! please know, that the 'aloha spirit' that bob has in his heart permeates to those who he has touched. i, for one, have been fortunate to have been 'a friend and classmate' ! altho' i was in the 32nd company, i've always been very close with 36th company classmates. my last visit with bob was after the cjcs event, lunch at mccormick & schmick's, with jack smith, denny rizzardi, jim niehus, gary storm..that's another 'sea story'...!!! my flag is flying, my candle is lit as i bid my final 'aloha' to my friend and classmate! peace be with you, denise! aloha nui loa!
Marilyn Koon
July 19, 2008
Denise, So sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. My thoughts and prayers have been with you and my sincere sympathy is extended to you and your family.
Marilyn Koon
Jeanne DIETRICH
July 19, 2008
Denise,
How very sorry I was to learn of your loss. You have lost your best friend but there are other friends to hold your hand down the path that follows. Our saddened thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jeanne Dietrich
Domingo Aguayo
July 19, 2008
Denise, I was so taken aback by the sad news of your loss. Please accept our condolences and know that as long as we remember the ones we love they will always be with us.
John Kunkel
July 18, 2008
Denise,
Angela and I were sadden to here of your loss. You married a good man, you were both lucky to have found each other and shared your life.
Greg Gibson
July 18, 2008
Denise; I was very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you begin your next journey.
Ty Lee
July 18, 2008
You are in our thoughts at this most trying time. We are so sorry for your loss. Ty and Jackie Lee
Don Krstich
July 18, 2008
I am saddened by your loss and you will always be in our prayers.....
Barrington Johnson
July 18, 2008
Denise, Sorry to hear about the passing of your husband/sole mate. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Flight Attendant Barrington Johnson
Richard & Jan Enos
July 17, 2008
Dear Denise
Jan and I are so saddened by your loss, may you feel Christ's comforting holy spirit during this difficult time.
in His service, Richard and Jan
Rick Graves
July 17, 2008
Denise,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brooks & Gina Tilton
July 17, 2008
Denise, I just found out about Bob. There are no words that I could say to take the pain away that you must be feeling. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sandy and Jay Cooper
July 17, 2008
Denise
We were so saddened to find out about Bob he was a fine person, you are in our thoughts and our prayers.
John Logan
July 17, 2008
Denise - Sorry to learn of your loss -think of you often - especially now !
John & Cynthia Logan (Dallas, Tx.)
Bob Gilmore
July 17, 2008
Denise I was so sorry to hear about Bob and please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim & Kathy Wheaton
July 17, 2008
Denise,
We are saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts.
BILL SCOTT
July 17, 2008
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. YOU WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS.
Arlene Paugh
July 17, 2008
Bob was my nephew through marriage. Bob was a young lad when I first knew him. He enjoyed spending the summers with his grandparents in Western MD. He was very active in Scouts, loved to eat, and attend church. Many times he would pick berries so his grandma would make him a fruit cobbler. He especially enjoyed raisin filled cookies and was always glad when someone would make a batch for him.
He had the knack of getting the most out of life and would always visit us when he was in our area.
Aunt Arlene
Dave Murray
July 17, 2008
I was so saddened to hear of your loss ! Our thoughts are with you !
Ed Pullen
July 17, 2008
Denise
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers in this difficult time. Keep the blue side up girl.
Jeff Hightower
July 17, 2008
Denise, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers and know that God will be with you and comfort you as time goes buy.
Steve & Dale Lentz
July 17, 2008
Denise,
We were so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tim Brewer
July 17, 2008
Denise, I was saddened to read of your husbands passing. I pray that God gives you peace and wisdom to comfort you.
Bob Gattanella
July 17, 2008
Denise, saddened to hear of your
loss.
Clay Absher
July 16, 2008
Denise,
I want to express my deepest sympathy for your loss,
He was a great American ,
With kind regards,
Clay Absher-USNA '75
Mary Morris
July 16, 2008
Denise, I am saddened by your recent loss. Many of your fellow pilots have you in their thoughts and prayers. It sounds as if you were fortunate to have a wonderful soul-mate. May those memories bring you comfort. Know that you have many friends who are thinking of you.
Mary Morris (PHL)
Dennis Almond
July 16, 2008
Denise, My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. God bless you and may He comfort you.
Gina and Ed Bender
July 16, 2008
Denise,
Ed and I cherish the last time we spent with you, Bob, and your Dad at our home on July 4th. We know Bob is in Heaven and with the Lord and is rejoicing! He will always hold a place in our heart. We cherish the friendship we had with him and with you also! True friends are always there for one another and you both always put everyone else first in your life. Bob is smiling now and his memory lives in all of us. He will be truly missed but we will see him again one day! We love you Denise.
Bill White
July 16, 2008
Denise, I was saddened to hear of your loss. I hope your memories stay bright and happy. Thinking of you.
Buddy Counts
July 16, 2008
Denise,
Connie, Zach, and I have you in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Buddy Counts
Buddy Bowen
July 16, 2008
Denise,Please know that,as my mama alway's said,you are covered by the blood of Jesus.Your Piedmont Family is right beside you.
Louis Panesi
July 16, 2008
Denise,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your wonderful husband; Robert. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Denise & James Kent
July 16, 2008
Denise,
We are saddened to hear of the sudden loss of your husband. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Denise and James Kent
Rene & Cheryl Blanco
July 16, 2008
Dear Denise,
Cheryl and I have you in our thoughts and prayers. May God open his arms to Bob and may time bring you tranquility and peace in knowing that he is in a better place.
Lucy Young
July 16, 2008
I'm very sorry for your loss Denise. You have inspired me as an airline pilot, and I was thrilled when you got engaged to Bob. He was top notch all the way. I have a wonderful mental image of Bob, resplendent in his Navy dress uniform, beaming as he joined you in marriage at USNA. The last time I saw him was waiting for you to arrive at Charlotte Airport, and he was delightful.
craig perkins
July 16, 2008
I'm sorry to hear about your husband Denise.I hope your ok Craig Perkins
Bill Jackson
July 16, 2008
Denise, I am terribly sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ginger Cutter
July 16, 2008
Denise,
Our deepest sympathy for your loss of Robert. Know that even though we haven't seen each other for quite a while, we think of you with love and am glad you have such a wonderful support of friends and family.
Kent Silverthorn
July 16, 2008
Dear Denise,
I am so sorry to hear of Robert's passing. Our prayer is that the Lord would comfort you in a special way.
Peter Wieken
July 16, 2008
Dear Denise,
Condoleances on behalve of my family and me. I am still shocked at this sad news. Our prayers are with you.
Angela & Tim Hartman
July 16, 2008
Dear Denise,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time, as are many others who hold you with such dear regard that we do!
Capt. Rick Odato PHL 737
July 16, 2008
Denise:
I was so shocked and saddened by the news of your loss. I'm so sorry. Please know that you and your family are in my heart and prayers.
John Bisson
July 16, 2008
Dear Denise,
I'm sure in times as this you have the full support of family and friends. I hope you consider me as one of the above and my heart goes out to you.
Ron Friedell
July 16, 2008
Denise,
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss.
Ron and Angie Friedell
Diane Sandoval
July 16, 2008
Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside totally worn out and proclaiming WOW WHAT A RIDE!
Bob Lawlor
July 16, 2008
Denise,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband.Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ken Burkins
July 16, 2008
Denise,
You are in our prayers during this time of sorrow. Sorry I didn't know about this until I read it in the ASAPA notice, as I was flying until Saturday morning and was near the Worship center while coming home that day and would have stopped to see you had I known. It was so nice to meet Bob and I kow you are missing his humor and love. Please call and let us know how we can help in the near future for you.
Ed Kasica, Jr.
July 16, 2008
Denise,
Our prayers are with you and your family.
Ed Kasica
Class of '73
Cathy Shaffer
July 15, 2008
My cousin Bobby was generous with presents from countries he traveled to in the Navy. Growing up in Deer Park, MD, I always looked forward to the post cards he was thoughtful to send. Christmastime was very special at the Robert Scott Paugh (Grandpap's) homestead in the beautiful mountains of Western MD. Bobby was always a part of the fun. He'd entertain with Naval stories and slides inbetween Scrabble games. These and many memories will live on along with the memory of Bobby's laugh.
Though his time on earth has ended, Bobby's life was full...full of family, friends, memories, and love.
Denise, my heart goes out to you.
Cathy(Paugh) Shaffer
carl ihli
July 15, 2008
Our very best wishes to the family and friends of Bob. A very fine man, indeed. Carl Ihli, Class of 1968 USNA, and Marla Sanzone-Ihli.
Lisa Silber Mauck
July 15, 2008
Few people reading this guestbook knew Bob Owendoff as “Bobby”.
My cousin, Bobby, was 17 years old when I was born in 1962. He always treated me more like his little sister than a cousin. When he was in the Navy, he always brought back a souvenir doll for me from ports all over the world. I treasure those dolls to this day.
I’ve often joked about the hours we spent looking at Bobby’s slides at the Paugh family farm in Deer Park, Maryland. He would bring boxes and boxes of slides, and we’d all pile into the living room as he set up the screen and the projector and narrate his seafaring adventures. I would get SO BORED, but everyone told me it was a good education.
About 15 years ago, Bob decided that our extended family should get together for something fun, instead of just gathering at funerals. He and Aunt Vauda initiated the “Paugh Family Reunion”, which is now a 3-day annual event where dozens of our relatives enjoy a Friday night dinner, a Saturday picnic, hayrides and a corn roast at the Scott Paugh homestead, and Sunday brunch.
At times like this, we realize how many of our family members are no longer with us: Grandma and Granddaddy Paugh, my father, Aunt Oma and Uncle Don, Uncle Jerry, Uncle Rob Roy, Aunt Mildred, Frankie, Bob’s dad (my Uncle Bob), Ed, Colleen…the list seems endless.
What I wouldn’t give to have all those people assembled in that living room to watch Bobby’s slides now. But I’m sure they’re having a big family reunion in heaven and Bobby is enjoying every minute.
Boo Caudle
July 15, 2008
God Bless and remember he is only a heartbeat away. We will keep you in our prayers. Melvin & Boo Caudle
James Frezzell
July 15, 2008
My Prayers are with you.
Warren Spaeth
July 15, 2008
Dear Denise,
What is truly ironic was that on Tuesday, 8 July, I took my teenage daughters to see the Academy. One of the items I showed my daughters was the sundial Bob had done for our class. They were very fascinated by it.
I'll remember Bob as one who always had time to talk to others, or give a smile and say hello in the beloved halls of Mother Bancroft. His example will always be a goal for me.
In Deepest Sympathy,
Warren and Jennifer Spaeth
Arlington, VA
Patrick and Suzy Sabadie
July 14, 2008
Denise,
I did not know Bob at the Academy. We met on our first ship in 1969 and I remember him well. We had a lot of laughs together. Since I had arrived on Richard L. Page (DEG 5) several months prior to Bob, we stood a lot of bridge watches together. He was a gentleman and a scholar. You both are in my prayers.
Patrick
Dear Denise,
Bob's beautiful and gentle face is as fresh in my mind as though it was just yesterday that we spent time all together here on Amelia Island. And then my thoughts zoom back to Newport, Rhode Island, in 1969 when Bob and Patrick were about to deploy on the Richard L Page. My sister, who was in town for a couple of months, needed a car and Bob told her she could use his while he was away. During his absence, my sister and I banged up the car pretty badly due to ice on the road and a treacherous turn. We were OK but very scared to tell Bob about his car. In his wonderful way, he smiled and assured us that it was absolutely not a problem. And we all remained friends ever since!
If it hurts us this much to lose Bob, I can only imagine your own pain, Denise!
He was so lucky and happy to have you in his life. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Suzy
Larry and Bonnie McConnell
July 14, 2008
Denise,
Bonnie and I want to express our heartfelt sympathy to you. May Our wonderful Savior give you comfort in the midst of these moments. Bob was a sincere, compassionate and honest classmate with a passionate and clear love for his Savior. I count it a privilege to have been influenced by Bob in his faithful walk on this side of Heaven.
Larry and Bonnie McConnell
USNA '68
MegAnn Streeter
July 14, 2008
Dear Denise,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband, Bob. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. One day at a time......
Sincerely, MegAnn
Arnold Sisk
July 14, 2008
Denise and Family,
It is with immense sadness that we learned of your loss. The USNA class of 1968 is a great "band of brothers", and we share in your loss as the loss of one of our brothers. Our prayers are with your entire family.
Arnie and Candi Sisk
Bill Paine
July 14, 2008
Denise;
Bob will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Bill and Sandy Paine
Randy Bogle
July 14, 2008
Dear Denise and family,
Joanie and I send our deepest sympathy to you and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this time of great loss. Bob was a true gentleman and will be sorely missed by anyone whose life he touched, especially those of us in the Class of 1968. God bless, Randy
Dale Hendricks
July 14, 2008
Denise and family - I am so saddened to hear of the loss of my classmate and friend and your husband, Bob. I learned of his work with sundials as I went through survival training in Maine. His work was given to us to help us determine directions if we ever needed to escape, evade and return to our lines. I knew Bob quite well at the Academy and know he will be greatly missed by all of his family as well as his classmates. He was and will always be my classmate. May God comfort your family with as much care as I know God welcomed Bob to his "house"
Jack Smith
July 14, 2008
Dear Denise,
May God be with you and Bob's family at this difficult time and comfort you. As many have said, Bob will always be remembered as an extremely considerate person who always conducted himself as a gentleman to the utmost. We knew him as a gentle and genteel person of deep personal faith. He greatly enjoyed the fellowship of his classmates and company mates.
He was so very happy and proud of the 60th birthday party that you hosted for him, and which many of us attended. He commented to me that you had made it such a special and wonderful occaision for him.
It is ironic that a few days before we received the sad news, I was reflecting back on the last time that I was with Bob and several other classmates at the installation ceremony for Mike Mullen as CJCS. We all went out to lunch together and and had a wonderful time talking and joking.
We will all greatly miss his warm smile and friendship. I am sure he is looking down on all of us from above right now and smiling.
Connie & Ginny O'Leary
July 14, 2008
Denise and family
We offer our deepest sympathy. Bob was a true gentleman with a great laugh and positive outlook. His legacy will live on in those whom he has touched.
Connie & Ginny O'Leary
Mike McHugh
July 14, 2008
Dear Denise,
I did not know Bob well. However, the class of 68 is such a tight and remarable group that every loss if felt personally by each of us.
Walton Hogan
July 14, 2008
Dear Denise,
Carol and I send our deepest condolences. Bob is (still) a USNA classmate of mine; I have known him for 44 years. When I first met him Plebe summer, he had a crooked grin and was kind. Carol and I saw him two months ago, and he was still the same. He is now blazing a path, following the compass he developed so many years ago, for the rest of us.
God Bless you and your family. We will pray for you as you find your new path and meaning in life.
Walt and Carol Hogan
Don & Judy Weiss
July 14, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Jay Stewart
July 14, 2008
Dear Denise,
We are so sorry for your loss. I am also sorry we could not be there to comfort you.
Though we only knew Bob by the short time we were together at your wedding, we found him a pleasure to be with.
You are in our prayers.
Jay, Glenda, Brittany and Tres
Russ Hermanson
July 14, 2008
Denise, How sad it was for me to hear about Bob's passing into the hands of his Lord. Bob was a very special friend to me and I will especially miss him at our up coming reunion. May our Lord's grace shine brightly on you as you go through this time of grief and saddness. Yet, we rejoice with you, knowing that he is with his Savior and has heard his voice saying, "Well done, good and faithful servant". Please know that you are being remembered and undergirded by many prayers.
Jack Vellis
July 14, 2008
Denise,
On behalf of 1st Company, US Naval Academy Class of 1968, I extend our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family on Bob's passing. He was a warm and kind man, a wonderful classmate and shipmate, and we in the Class of '68 are enriched to have known and loved such a terrific guy.
David Steere
July 14, 2008
Denise,
I'm sure you don't remember us as we only met briefly during one of the USNA reunions in Annapolis. But we well remember Bob as one of the happiest, and most special shipmates and classmates that we have known over the years. May God give you the strength and courage that Bob would encourage you to have as you face the lonely prospect of life without him . . at least for now. With our deepest respect and sympathy we offer our sincere condolences.
Dave and Sayre Steere
Charlotte & Zane Parker
July 14, 2008
Dear Denise,
We were so shocked and saddened by the news of Bob's death. We liked Bob from our first meeting and he seemed like family. On the way back home, we were remembering our last visit together, and how much we had enjoyed it. We wished we had had more chances to be with you and Bob....The service was so good and truly a celebration. We were glad to be a part of it.
You have so many friends and good support there but it would make us very happy to be of help if or when you need us.
Love, Charlotte & Zane
Peter VanDerlofske
July 14, 2008
Dear Denise:
We all share your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. The world is a better place because Bob lived and touched so many lives. His memory will live on.
Sincerely,
Peter VanDerlofske
Michael Cummings
July 14, 2008
Denise- Peace be with you. Bob was a classmate of mine in several classes at the Academy; I remember him as man of great humor and class.
Carl Tamulevich
July 14, 2008
Dear Denise, I was very saddened last week to hear that Bob had died. He was a very special friend and classmate. I don't know of anyone who did not like Bob. That statement alone is a testament of Bob's place in life. He was always ready to provide a helping hand and demonstrated his love by his actions. When he was instructing at the Naval Academy, I was fortunate to run into him when things weren't going right. He always found a way to brighten my day. He always had that welcome smile and true understanding of what a friend was. We will all miss him. He is truly with the Lord. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
With my deepest sympathy,
Tom Pestorius
July 14, 2008
Dear Denise and family,
Bob was a great man and a good friend. We were classmates at USNA and I knew him during his Navy days after that. Bob always had a kind word for everyone and will be missed.
William Mulholland
July 14, 2008
The 11th Company from the Class of 1968 extends its sympathy and prayers to you. Bob's sundial is a legacy at the Academy that will outlive us all.
Dennis and Susanne Rizzardi
July 13, 2008
Denise,
Bob was one of the nicest and kindest classmates in the 36th company. He was always a great pleasure to be around. And I liked to hang around with him a lot because he always laughed at my jokes! The last time I saw him was at the CNO's (Adm Mike Mullen) Change of Command. We had many of the 1968, 36 Company Classmates there and we had a grand reunion. It will always be special remembering Bob's happiness at that event. I was proud to know Bob and will always cherish his friendship.
May you always sustain yourself in the great love Bob had for all.
Carolyn Stewart
July 13, 2008
My Dear Denise,
Thanks to Johnny and Gloria Oys who called, I would never have known about Bob. I know how shocked you were and I understand.
God is with you through this Time, and all of our Family has you in their thoughts and Prayers.
We Love you!
We know you have comfort that Bob is with the Lord.
Let me here from you soon.
Love,
Carolyn, Joe, Ceresa, Jay, Glenda, Brittany and Tres
Donald Hinsman
July 13, 2008
Dear Denise,
Audrey and I express our deepest condolences to you on the loss of Bob. Bob was a true friend, a loyal Classmate and amongst the most thoughtful person we knew. He was in my company at the Naval Academy and my roommate during the last year. Bob was the driving force in making our Class Gift, a sundial he designed, a reality. His brilliance in the field of navigation was always hidden by his shy and quiet manner. It took several months for me to learn all that he had done especially his point stick survival method. His infectious smile and laugh were his trademarks in the halls at school. When I reminded him that he wouldn’t graduate if he didn’t take his final swimming test, he laughed. He hated swimming as much as I did. But the Company Commander said, “no test, no graduation” so I dragged him down to the pool. He laughed until he got into the water but he finally passed. And in Monterey at the Naval Post Graduate School, we all found out that he had a rocket for a tennis serve and again a big grin. We will as I am sure everyone who met Bob, miss him.
Don and Audrey Hinsman
Brian Newhart
July 13, 2008
Denise, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Please don't hesitate to call on me if I can help you in any way.
1968 Lucky Bag - U.S. Naval Academy
July 12, 2008
Len & Nancy Sjostrom
July 12, 2008
Dear Denise,
Nancy and I are both deeply saddened by your loss. Bob was a very special friend, classmate and shipmate who will be missed beyond description. May you and his family be comforted by the fact that he was surrounded by love and is now in the hands of the Lord.
God be with you.
Len & Nancy Sjostrom
Stephen (Steve) Haines
July 12, 2008
Dear Denise,
We are all so devestated by Bob's untimely passing. All of us in the 36th company, class of 1968, USNA got to know and be great life-long friends with Bob and he will be greatly missed by all of us. However, his lasting gift of the USNA Sundial will remain as a long-term permanent tribute to Bob.
We all say our prayers for you and the family in these difficult times.
Jim Sifford
July 12, 2008
Denise,
Thinking of you during these hard times. Jim Sifford
Kathy Sullivan
July 11, 2008
Dear Denise,
What does one say except, it was truely "well with his soul!" Bob was your match in walking thru life, and a spiritual leader***YOU WERE BLESSED***but the story doesn't end there.... ICor 2:9 ...Denise, you and Bob both epitomized Heb 11:1-3....and as my dad used to say to me everytime I'd go out the door, I say to you dear friend...."keep the faith baby!" Love you girl....Kathy Sullivan
Lloyd & Marylyn Bible
July 11, 2008
Dearest Denise,
We are thinking of you and sincerely hoping that time and warm memories will help to ease your sadness. Our prayers are with you.
Lloyd and Marylyn
Valerie Scott
July 11, 2008
Dear Denise,
Please accept my sincere sympathy at the loss of your husband, Bob. As a sister ISA member know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. One day at a time......Best Regards,
Ron Coryell
July 11, 2008
Denise,
This is a shock. I am very sorry about your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time. I will be praying for you.
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Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
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Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
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What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
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Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
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The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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