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Robert Linkous Obituary
Bob graduated in 1960 from Hampton High School and was a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard. Bob had an extensive and distinguished career of 40 years in Real Estate. He was a member of the MLS Association and a founder of the Todds Lane Association. He was a devoted member of the New Covenant Church. Bob was a very emotional person with a big heart for his family, friends and the Lord, and was an independent person with many talents.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Cynthia Robin Linkous; his parents, Doris W. and Robert P. Linkous Sr.; and a brother, Stephen P. Linkous Sr.
Survivors include one daughter, Kimberly Martin and her husband, Wes; son, Robert Linkous and his wife, Brenda; sister, Vicki Sterling and her husband, Frank; brother, Jeffrey Linkous and his wife, Linda; two grandsons, Christopher Mulcahy and Logan Martin; numerous nieces and nephews; and extended family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 31, at New Covenant Church with Pastor Mark Johansson and Pastor Tom Ivey officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service. Burial will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park. At other times, the family will receive friends at the home of his sister, Vicki, at 689 Leonard Lane, Newport News, VA.
Donations may be made to New Covenant Church, 1079 Big Bethel Road, Hampton, VA 23666.
Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Linkous
Darryl Brock
December 31, 2009
Kim, Im sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. I remember him as a nice man and a good Daddy to you. Im sure he will will be missed by the whole community.
December 31, 2009
Vicki and Jeff
I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. He reminds me so much of your dad in this picture. May you find comfort in knowing that he is at peace in the arms of the Lord.
Sherry Norton Edwards
December 31, 2009
I remember when Bobby was born. He was my first of four nephews and one niece. I'll always remember his warmth, wonderful sense of humor and caring nature. He left us much too soon and I shall miss him terribly. Shirley Linkous Callaway
Rick Thomasson
December 31, 2009
It is with great sadness that I read of the passing of Bob. He and I first met in the mid 70's when he was employed at Southern Realty, and I had just started in business. Our paths crossed occasionally after I sold the business, but I had not seen him in several years. Bob was always a delight to be around, and always very upbeat. He will surely be missed and my most heartfelt sympathy is extended to his family and close friends.
Faye Cordle Keenan
December 31, 2009
I graduated from HHS with Bobby and we sure had fun growing up in Hampton!
God bless and strengthen his family during these sad days. Your faith and love of the Lord will see you through.
Sincere Sympathy
Clarence Hargus
December 31, 2009
Sympathy is extented to the family of Bob. May God comfort them.
HHS Class of 1960
December 31, 2009
To Bobs Family
It seems that alot of the Linkous family has passed in recent years. Bob was my distant cousin and I went to school with his brother Steve. I knew both of his parents very well and have a piece of furniture that his father made for my father many years ago. My sympathy to the family and I know he will be greatly missed.
Stephen M. Linkous
December 30, 2009
Dear Vicki, Jeff, Kim and Robbie, I was so saddened to hear of Bob's passing. While my heart aches for you for your great loss, it is comforting to think about the positive impact he has had on so many of us. I am so sorry I can't be there for his service. Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Debbie and Bill Lees
Wayne and Margaret Altman
December 30, 2009
Jeff, Vicki ("Gan"), and Family: We send sincere sympathy to all of you and pray that God will comfort you as only HE can. Knowing that Bobby was close to God is the most comforting thing in this world!!!
Linda & Gary Spruill
December 30, 2009
Vicki and Jeff, Sorry for your grief. If there is anything you need let me know.
al
December 30, 2009
Im sorry for your grief.
December 30, 2009
Bobby is with God now and once again in the company of loved ones. We will miss him greatly. He was a good, kind and gentle man. He always made me laugh. I can still hear him and his brothers cutting up and laughing. Although he is 15 years my senior, as a child growing up with him he never made me feel insignificant. And to his sister Vicki he was like a father.
To all the family, you are in my prayers and as always in my heart. May the peace of the Lord be always with you.
Love, Annette S.
Annettte Firth (Dunn)
December 30, 2009
To the Linkous family, I so sorry to hear about Bobby. He was such a sweet, caring guy. My memories of Bobby go so far back, all the way to my childhood. My special memories are of going over to have sleepovers at his and Ginny's house when we were all so young. We would have so much fun over there, and they were such wonderful hosts. We always looked forward to going over there. Bobby was just a pleasure to be around and always had a smile for you. Hold on to your precious memories of him and be happy for him that he is with his lord now, and has rejoined his loving daughter Robin, his mother and father and Steve. What a joyful reunion that must be. My love to all of you and I will keep you forever in my prayers
Michele Parker
December 30, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Family at this time. Bob will truly be missed here in our Computer store, where he was not just a customer but a good friend to both of us. He had been coming to us with computer problems for about 8 years or so. We always liked to see him because we knew that he would talk to us about what was going on in his life. We had conversations that would last for hours about anything and everything, including the Lord. He never had a bad thing to say about anyone in all those years, He had a way of making everyone feel special. Thanks for the memories Bob.
Michele & Jesse Parker
joyce
December 30, 2009
Vicki and Jeff, I am so sorry for your loss. Hold on to the memories for they will make you smile. Remember Bobby knows the Lord and only moved away from you temp. You will see him again and he will have the perfect peace. If you need ANYTHING please let me know. love you guys
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