Robert Austin

Bingaman

Asheville - Senior Police Officer Robert Austin Bingaman of Asheville died Tuesday, October 29, 2013 in the line of duty. He was 37.

A native of Delaware County, PA, he was the son of Robert Allen and Donna Mae Stewart Bingaman of Pennsylvania.

A graduate of Academy Park High School in Sharon Hill, PA, he was on the Dive Team for Folcroft Swim club during high school. He joined the United States Marine Corp in 1996 and was stationed at Camp Lejeune, NC where he was promoted to Sergeant before his honorable discharge in 2000.

Senior Police Officer Bingaman honorably served with the Asheville City Police Department since 2007 and was currently assigned to The Traffic Safety Unit. A loyal and respected officer, he was committed to those he served and laid his life down to protect them.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Genevieve Ledbetter Bingaman; daughters, Hailie, Kaila and Madilaine; brothers and sisters, William I. Bingaman, Boyd W. Bingaman, Rebecca M. Bingaman, Michael J. Bingaman, Matthew D. Bingaman and Sarah E. Bingaman and several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held 10:00 AM, Monday, November 4, 2013 at Biltmore Baptist Church, 35 Clayton Road, Arden with Reverend Clark Henderson officiating. Interment will immediately follow at Western NC State Veteran's Cemetery in Black Mountain.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to C.O.P.S, PO Box 3199, Camdenton, MO 65020. www.nationalcops.org.

Morris Funeral Home, 304 Merrimon Avenue is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent through the website www.morrisfamilyfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Asheville Citizen-Times from Nov. 2 to Nov. 4, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Bingaman

17 Entries

"I am with you. Be not dismayed, I am your God. I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand."

Allen and Brenda Pounders

November 5, 2013

"I am with you. Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand."

Allen and Brenda Pounders

November 5, 2013

Much love to you Genny and the girls. We will be praying for you all and asking God to give you His comfort and grace.

November 3, 2013

This world is not conclusion; A sequel stands beyond, Invisible, as music, But positive, as sound. -Emily Dickinson

Teena Gant

November 3, 2013

We are so very sorry for your loss. God has called another one of his warriors home. We are so grateful for men such as Robert. He was a hero. He spent his life serving others and being an honorable man. We are deeply saddened for your loss. You are in our prayers. God Bless you and your family.

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Denise DiMarco

November 3, 2013

To The Entire Bingaman family,
We are saddened to hear of of your loss. sending prayers to get you through this very difficult time.
Denise,Joe,Joe & Samantha DiMarco

Nichole Toner-Heistand

November 3, 2013

Distance got between us and time passed so quickly. I can't believe so many years have gone by since last time we talked. I thought about you often and wondered how you were, always telling myself that one day I would get in touch with you. I can't believe I'll never be able to do that now. Regardless of the distance and time, I always considered you one of my best friends. You and your family, to this day, are some of the greatest people I have ever known and I can't imagine their pain. When I found out you were a cop my first thought was 'of course he is'. The love you had for the people around you, the respect for your community and your service driven heart made it easy for me to see you as a respected officer and a hero. Bob, your friendship, your laughter, all our adventures (and some mis-adventures:) ), your kindness and support, your smile...none of it was ever forgotten, nor will it ever be. My heart is with your family. I'll miss you, old friend. I'd say 'rest in peace' but I'm quite sure you're already signing up for the Lord's Guardian Angel detail, aren't you? With love, respect and fond memories, I'll say 'until we meet again'.

Donna Bingaman

November 3, 2013

Thank you everyone for your thoughts, prayers and words of comfort. You could never know how much it means to all of us to know how much our son was loved and appreciated. There are not enough words in all the world that can express how grateful we are for everyone's generosity and love.
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

Eugene DeLong

November 2, 2013

Rob you will be missed by all. Thank you for all you did for our Country and Asheville. You were a friend at the Police Department and at Moores also we will miss you God bless

Donna & Ed Lion

November 2, 2013

We fondly remember Bob attending elementary school in Folcroft, PA; he was such a fine young man. Please know that we are deeply sorry for your loss, and we pray that God gives you the courage and strength to guide you through this extremely difficult time. With Our Deepest Sympathy, Donna & Ed Lion, Leland, NC (formerly from Folcroft, PA)

Holly Ruiz

November 2, 2013

Although we did not know you, we wanted to express our deepest condolences. May God be with your family. Rest In Peace Officer Bingaman

November 2, 2013

To the family: I would like to express my deepest condolences for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this extremely difficult time. Jeremiah 29:11.

LW

M Sluder

November 2, 2013

Even though we didn't know Officer Bingaman we wanted to thank him for serving our country and our city. Our hearts and prayers go out to his family and to his co-workers. May you find comfort in the Lord during this time and always.
The Sluder Family

GEORGIA SHACKELFORD

November 2, 2013

I AM GRATEFUL FOR HIS SERVICE BOTH TO OUR COUNTRY AND OUR CITY. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO HIS FAMILY, FRIENDS AND CO-WORKERS. MAY GOD COMFORT YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW

Deor Hilton

November 2, 2013

Thank you for your service Sgt. Bingaman, May you now "Rest High On That Mountain" and may God Bless your family

Shirley Parton

November 2, 2013

Officer Robert Bingaman, We Didn't Know You But We All Felt That We Did, Our Hearts Cried On Tuesday When You Went To be With Our Lord, Rest In Peace.You Will Be Missed. Our Deepest Prayers & Condolences & Sympathy Goes out To Robert's Family, May God Touch them & Give Them Comfort At This Time Amen.
The Parton & Jeschke & Hensley Families.

Shelia Warren

November 1, 2013

I was Patrol Secretary for APD until the end of 2011 and worked with Robert. I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great person and I know he will be missed greatly by all who knew him.

Patricia York

November 1, 2013

As with you we will miss Bob but as time continues rely on family, friends and God to help you through this time of grief

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