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Robert Moir Obituary

Roberty W. Moir Sr., 81 Baseball Historian Robert W. "Bob" Moir Sr., 81, of Rosemont passed away on March 11, 2012 at Golden Living Nursing Home in Rosemont, PA. He was the son of the late William and Ruth Craig Moir. Bob was born and raised in the Meadows Section of S.W. Philadelphia. After graduating from John Bartram High School, he proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Returning home he worked as a Lead Ramp Serviceman for United Airlines for 38 years, receiving numerous awards for outstanding work. His hobbies were movies, history and playing trivia games with his companion Louise Gilbert. His love for Baseball took him all over the country watching Major and Minor league games. Survivors: His children Robert W. Jr. (Debbie) of Prospect Park, Steven G. (Evelyn) of Media and Charles T. "Buddy" (Laureen) of Broomall; grandfather of 6; great-grandfather of 2; dear brother of John (Marion) Moir of Broomall. Visitation: Relatives and friends are invited to Bob's Life Celebration Friday March 16, 2012 10 AM to 12 Noon at James F. Knoetgen of Morton, 746 Kedron Ave., (Rt. 420). Funeral Service at 12 Noon. Interment private. To share your fondest memories of Bob please visit www.lifecelebration.com, 1-800-GIVNISH

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Published by The Daily Times from Mar. 13 to Mar. 14, 2012.

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March 16, 2012

With my deepest sympathy from Norm Donkin UAL-PHLMM

March 15, 2012

Bob was my favorite Lead at United. He always treated me like a son! He was fun to work with, a great guy. One of the hardest workers I've ever met! We called him Hoss. My condolences to the all of the Moir family.
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Bobbie Lynch

March 15, 2012

My condolences to the family.

Paul Harbaugh

March 15, 2012

I was fortunate to work for Bob on the ramp at UAL from 1964 to 1970. Always a gentleman, always a pleasure to work with. My condolences to the Moir family.
Paul L. Harbaugh (Las Vegas0

March 14, 2012

Bob was my lead at United when I started in 1964. He was a hard working, straight-up guy. My condolences to the Moir family.
John Mclaughlin

March 14, 2012

My sincere sympathy to all the family and friends. Keeping everyone in my thoughts and prayers.

Pat Crane

March 14, 2012

Buddy, I met Lori at Wawa and she told me that you dad had just passed.. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Peace and love. Chris Kelly

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