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Robert C. HARTMAN

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Robert HARTMAN Obituary

CHESAPEAKE - Robert Craig Hartman, 69, a native of Lima, Ohio, died unexpectedly on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010.
Bob was a member of the Class of 1962, United States Naval Academy, a graduate of Naval Submarine School, Groton, Conn., and had done graduate work at USC Los Angeles. He was a proud diesel boat submariner. After resigning his commission in 1967, Bob spent the rest of his career in the shipbuilding and ship repair industry starting at Newport News Shipbuilding. He retired from Norfolk Naval Shipyard in 1990 and had been employed by various shipyards in New York, New Jersey, Saudi Arabia, Baltimore and Tidewater, and at the time of his death was a Subcontract Administrator at Northrop Grumman Newport News.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 48 years, Peggie P. Hartman; his son, John Cooper Hartman of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; his daughter, Allison H. Heilman; and two beloved grandchildren, William Robert and Sarah Elizabeth Heilman of Raleigh, N.C.; a sister and brother-in-law, Linda H. and Stephen Hyslop of Hilton Head Island, S.C., a niece, Dr. Natalie Hyslop, and nephew, Dr. Robert Hyslop; a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Elizabeth Mae and George Pinyatello of Turkey, N.C., two nieces, Elizabeth King and Amy Lennon, a great-nephew, Zachary King; his adored Scotty Angus and Himalayan cat, Rosie.
At his request there will be no service. Friends are invited to call at his residence. Bob was a gentle, kind and giving man whose family was his world. He will be much missed.
The family wishes to extend special thanks to Dr. Kevin Wilson and the staff at Maryview Hospital for their attentive and loving care. Cremation Society of Virginia, Hampton Roads office is assisting the family.
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Published by Daily Press from Jan. 16 to Jan. 17, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert HARTMAN

18 Entries

Walter Welham

January 20, 2010

Hartman family,

I was so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He and I were Battalion mates our first two years at the Academy and also classmates at Submarine School following graduation. Bob served his country faithfully while on active duty and more so afterward from the civilian sector.

He will be missed by all his classmates, but he will never be forgotten.

Peg,you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

God Bless,

Walt '62

Ray Madonna

January 20, 2010

On behalf of the US Naval Academy Class of 1962, please except our heartfelt condolences at your tragic loss. Bob was a valued Classmate and a patriot who served his Nation selflessly. Please know that he is in our prayers.

His many friends in the Class will miss him.

"Fair winds and a following seas", Bob

Ray Madonna LtCol USMC (Ret)
President, USNA Class of 1962

Nancy Graf

January 20, 2010

dear Peggy and Family, We were so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. We have wondered where you were and have thought about you often. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Karl and Nancy Graf

Lawrence Laine

January 20, 2010

The US Naval Academy Class of 1962 sends its regards and is with you in your time of grief. Our prayers are with you.

We enjoyed Bob during our stay at Annapolis and many were friends over the years. He will be greatly missed.

I shared many activities with him at the Academy. I enjoyed working with Bob over the past 20-30 years in the Tidewater area. My prayers are with you and your family.

Larry Laine
22nd Company
Class of 1962

Dave Chakov

January 20, 2010

I am a long distant friend of Bob's at the Pascagola, MS shipyard. We never met, but talked often enough to be good friends. Because of our age, I am 68, Bob and I had a lot in common including our appreciation of family. Bob will be sincerely missed. He was a great shipbuilder. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

Pat Smith

January 19, 2010

Sending my sincere condolences and deepest sympathy to Bob's family. Bob will be greatly missed in the Supply Chain Procurement Department at NGSB-NN.

Laura Shearin

January 19, 2010

I first worked with Bob in the Sourcing department but have moved on to Cost Engineering. Bob was the "go-to" guy for a lot of things because of the wealth of knowledge he held. He and his contributions will be missed and it is doubtful that anybody can fill his shoes! The Ship Repair estimating team expresses deep condolences to the family.

Robert Twine

January 19, 2010

We at Collins Machine Works were shocked and saddened to learn of Bob’s passing. In all our dealings he was always honest and straight forward. Bob earned the respect of every Collins Machine Works’ employee who dealt with him.

Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. May you find comfort in your memories of a life well lived.

Michele Cook

January 19, 2010

Bob was a friend and mentor and will be missed. He was smart, kind and always willing to help. My condolences to the family and all of his NGSB extended family.

Joe Brackin

January 19, 2010

My condolences to the Hartman family on the loss of Bob. I've worked with Bob on several contracts over the past ten years and always considered him a good source for information. Rare was there a meeting with Bob when there wasn't a "gray boat" story waiting to be told. His experience will be missed here at the yard.

Chris & Kay Boroughs

January 18, 2010

Bob was a great person and very knowledgeable in his life's love and career of ships. Bob will be missed by his peers and our thoughts and sympathy go out to all of his family.

Joe Peele

January 18, 2010

I first met Bob at a company we both worked in Virginia Beach about 12 years ago. I was always impressed by his knowledge of the marine industry and stories he had of the experineces in his life. I am happy to say I continued to work with him when he became a subcontract administrator for NGSB-NN. Bob will be greatly missed. My sincere condolences go out to his wife and family.

Kay Lasher

January 18, 2010

We were very shocked here at Auxiliary Systems at the sudden passing of Mr. Hartman. We wish Bob's family comfort in their warm memories.

Ray Wittersheim

January 18, 2010

We at Tecnico Corporation had the pleasure of dealing with Bob throughout the years while doing work for NGSB-NN. He was always a gentleman and a First-Class individual to deal with. We were shocked to hear of his passing and we will miss dealing with him, not only as a business partner but as a friend. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

John Clear EMC(SS) USN Ret.

January 17, 2010

As a fellow diesel boat era submariner, I too mourn Robert's passing. We have become the latest "last man out" fraternity and one shipmate's loss is a loss to all. I am the webmaster of the USS Sea Lion SS-315 webpages and will notate Robert's departure on eternal patrol in our archieves.

January 17, 2010

The U.S. Submarine Veterans INC Hampton Roads Base were recently informed of the death of your husband Robert C. Hartman. As you mourn the loss of your loved one, please accept our most sincere condolences.

January 16, 2010

Bob was my Supervisor for about 3 years
at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard when he
was Inactive Nuclear Ships Director.
He was a smart and very kind mind.
My condolences go out to his family
Walter Askew US 887 Eure, NC

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