Robert James Runser

Robert James Runser

Robert James Runser, 81, of Stony Point, passed away Saturday, July 17, 2010.

He was the loving husband of the late Vera Runser, and beloved father of the late Jeffrey Runser, and his daughter who survives him, Robin Runser.

He is also survived by his "grand-dog" Sierra, who played a special role in his life.

Bob was born in Berkley, California, May 12, 1929. He was a prominent financial executive. As Vice President Comptroller of the Signal Companies, in the early 1980s he oversaw the largest corporate merger in United States history at the time. In retirement, he served on a board charged with making recommendations to Congress on reorganizing the nation's failed savings and loan system.

He was active in community service in California as the Chairman of both the Los Angeles and San Diego chapters of the March of Dimes.

Upon retirement, Bob and Vera moved to their lovely farm in Albemarle County. They traveled extensively and both enjoyed their active participation in Virginia politics.

Bob was an avid golfer and fisherman.

His daughter, Robin, expresses heart-felt thanks to the outstanding, caring and compassionate staff at Martha Jefferson House in Charlottesville. Both she and Bob considered them part of the family.

A funeral service for Bob will be conducted 10 a.m. Saturday, July 24, 2010, at the chapel of Teague Funeral Service.

Friends and family will gather at the chapel one hour prior to the service.

Interment will immediately follow at Monticello Memory Gardens.

Friends may sign the guest register at teaguefuneralhome.com


This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.