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Robert Bridges Obituary
A native of Tamassee, S.C., he was formerly of Newport News and had resided in Victoria since 2002.
Mr. Bridges retired from Newport News Shipbuilding, Plant Protection, after 39 1/2 years of service. He was a member of Victoria Christian Church and the former First Church Ministries.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Elmer and Nora Lee Bridges; brothers, Tommy Bridges and Ralph Bridges; and grandson, Kyle Bridges, who died in Iraq.
Survivors include his wife, Judy Bridges; sons, Jimmy Bridges (Marcy) of Newport News, Rodney Bridges (Carol) of Poquoson, Jamie Johnson of Charleston, S.C.; daughter, Jerri Knight (Mark) of Houston, Texas; brothers, Harry Bridges (Martha) Seneca, S.C., Wayne Bridges (Cathy) of Tamassee; sisters, Evelyn Patterson (Gerald) and Debra Bridges, all of New Market, Tenn.; grandchildren, Daine Bridges, Cayden Johnson, Patrick Green, Samantha Green; and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends tonight from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Peninsula Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009, at Peninsula Funeral Home, with Pastors Tag Kilgore and Earl Penchback officiating. Interment will follow in Parklawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Assoc.
'A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favour rather than silver and gold.' Proverbs 22:1. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Bridges
November 11, 2009
To the family of Robert Bridges,
I was saddened to learn of Robert,s death.
I always looked forward to seeing him at the reunions. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Divola Brooks Frye (Jeff Brooks daughter)
Ronal Lewis
November 10, 2009
Judy, I am so sorry about Robert he was like my brother to me i thought the world of him. My God bless u & the family . we all me missed him very much. love & happyest to u and the familey Ronal Lewis williamsburg wv
Ronal Lewis
November 10, 2009
Dear Judy this R. Lewis sorry to here about Robert God bess u & the family my E-mail adress is [email protected]
November 9, 2009
Judy,
We send are heart-felt condolences.
Please find comfort in knowing how much richer are the lives that Robert touched. A true gentleman and servant of God. Thelma Rick Skipper
Carolyn Pinckard
November 7, 2009
Judy,
I have been there, God will give you the strength and peace you need to go forward. You looked so pretty and the same as always. God gave you the greatest husband and you will treasure every second you had with him. May each day be a good one. I love you.
November 3, 2009
With our deepest sympathy.
Mark and Jerri Knight
Vicki Sibert
November 1, 2009
Judy,
I am so sorry to hear of Robert's passing. May God be with you and your family in this difficult time of your life. He will be greatly missed.
Vicki and Al Sibert
Nancy Crosby
October 31, 2009
Dear Judy,
We are very sorry to hear of Robert's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. You can contact us at [email protected].
Our deepest sympathy,
Nancy and Wayne Crosby
Tallapoosa, Ga.
Mitty & Al Crymes
October 31, 2009
We are saddened to learn of Roberts death. I remember when you all came to Al's SS class. You both were good Christian people and for us to have met you was a blessing for us.
Myrtle Green
October 31, 2009
Judy,
I am so sorry to hear about Robert, may God bless you and give you comfort in the days ahead.
October 31, 2009
Judy,
You have my deepest sympathy. May the Lord bless you in the days and weeks ahead, and give you peace and comfort.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Perez
Don & Dixie Westerlund
October 31, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
October 31, 2009
JUDY AND FAMILY,
I WAS SO SADDENED TO HEAR OF ROBERTS
PASSING. MAY YOU RELY HE IS IN HEAVEN,
AS HIS STRONG CHRISTIAN BELIEFS WERE
REFLECTED IN HIS LOVE OF HIS LIFE, IN
HIS ANIMALS AND FAMILY HE LEAVES BEHIND.
MAY GOD RICHLY BLESS YOU AT THIS TIME.
IN CHRISTIAN LOVE AND SYMPATHY.
BRUCE ASHWORTH, VICTORIA, VA 23974
[email protected]
October 31, 2009
Judy and Family,
I WAS SO SHOCKED AND SO SADDENED TO
HEAR OF ROBERTS DEATH. MAY YOU REMMEBER
A LOVING, KIND, GENEROUS AND A FINE
CHRISTIAN. HIS LOVE OF LIFE, AND HIS
TIME SPENT ON HIS VICTORIA HOME REFLECT
HIS FAITH IN OUR GOD AND HIS LOVE FOR
ANIMALS. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL,
IN CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY AND LOVE,
MY MOST SINCERE SYMPATHY TO YOU.
BRUCE ASHWORTH, VICTORIA, VA 2374
[email protected]
October 30, 2009
Dear Judy,
We are sad, beyond words, at your loss. It is obvious to all that knew Robert, that he was much loved, and that his life was a testimony to his faith. We pray that your cherished memories will comfort you and that you will feel God's presence, always near, as you face this difficult time. We keep you in our hearts and prayers.
Love, Aggi and Gus
Victoria, Virginia
Gene & Linda Hart
October 30, 2009
Robert lived his Christian life for all to see and he is now with his Lord. May you find peace and joy in knowing he is saved. We will truly miss him at church.
Greg Elam
October 30, 2009
Judy & Family, you have my deepest thoughts and prayers at a time such as this. Robert was a great man and a faithful Christian. I will miss him greatly.
DOLORES AND BILL KENNEDY
October 30, 2009
Dear Family,
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. HE WILL BE MISSED. GOD WILL HEAL ALL WOUNDS. HE IS ALWAYS THERE FOR YOU.
Irvin's Well Drilling, Inc.
October 30, 2009
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Robert was a wonderful person and will be truly missed.
May you find comfort in your memories.
October 30, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Doug Owens
October 30, 2009
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Tom Wrenn
October 30, 2009
I knew this man as a Christian,a loving husband to his wife,a loving father to his children,and a patriot.He had no vices and was honest to a fault and I was proud to call him my friend. My only regret was that I didn't get to know him better.
Godspeed Bidges,I'll see you on the other side.
Charles Hankins
October 30, 2009
Robert was the best friend and neighbor anyone could ask for.
He was the kind that would give the shirt off his back if you needed it.
He will be greatly missed by Mama and other neighbors and friends in Victoria whom his life touched.
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