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Robert 'Bob' Hewes Naples, FL
Robert Wallace Hewes, 73, went to meet his Lord and Savior on January 28, 2015 after a brief and courageous battle with heart disease. He was born on June 12, 1941 in Min neapolis, MN. Bob was a committed and ambitious, gentle loving man. He was young at heart, enjoyed traveling, photography and had an amazing, and sometimes quirky, sense of humor. He was a fill-in goalie for the Minneapolis Millers and the Minneapolis Bruins in the Minor League Farm System. He also coached youth sports including baseball, hockey, and soccer.
As a young adult, Bob served honorably with the U.S. Navy. While living in Minnesota, he was a partner in the restaurant design and equipment business. He then moved to Naples in 1989. Bob joined Downing-Frye Realty, Inc. on August 5, 1992. Over the years, he won numerous company awards. Since 2009, Bob has been one of the trainers for DowningFrye agents. His expertise was focused on technology. Since 1992 Bob was an active member of the Naples Area Board of Realtors (NABOR). He served on many committees at NABOR and was inducted into the Florida Association of Realtors Honor Society and NABOR Honor Society in 1992. His numerous accomplishments include NABOR Educator of the Year in 1995, Realtor of the Year in 1997, President's Award Recipient in 1999 and REALTOR Committee Contribution Award in 1999 and 2011. He received the Member Spotlight Award in 1999 and 2002 and was awarded the Task Force Contribution Award in 2009 and 2013. He has been a Director at NABOR since 2010. He received the Committee Member Spotlight in 2010 and was inducted into the NABOR Hall of Fame in 2013.
Bob is survived by his wife, Diane Hewes; daughter, NiKi (Kurt) Frideres; son, Tom Hewes; stepdaughters, Michele Jasinski and Jessica Bartuccio; his grandchildren, Krista (Adam) Ulibarri, Trisha Hoffman, Ashley Hoffman, Laney Hewes, Dalton Creach, Shelby Creach, Mason Wilson; and greatgrandsons, Anthony Pacheco and Karter Ulibarri.
He was predeceased by his father, Walter Boyko; mother, Marjorie Palmer; and stepfather, Leonard Hewes.
Above all, Bob Hewes was truly a man of character. His light shone brightly.
Services will be held Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at Fuller Funeral Home North, 1625 Pine Ridge Road, Naples, FL 34109 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Mass will be held Thursday, February 5, 2015 at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 7775 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples, FL 34120 at 11:00 a.m.
A celebration of Bob's life will be held Thursday, February 5, 2015 at Naples Area Board of Realtors, 1455 Pine Ridge Road, Naples, FL 34109 at 5:00 p.m.
Special thanks to Doctors, Tracey Roth and Rajeev Rajani and the caring and compassionate staff at Naples Community Hospital.
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Memories and Condolences
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Teresa Morning
February 23, 2015
While I have never met Robert Hewes, as one of the new zillions of REALTORS flooding the market, how I wish I could have shadowed him to learn the ropes. They say, when a person leaves this life, they go on to a new beginning without sickness. Mr. Hewes, promise us one thing, every once in awhile check up on us. Until then, rest in peace, your work was not in vain.
James Reynolds
February 7, 2015
Let me add my voice to these sincere tributes to a unique, kin, and funny man, and my deepest condolences to Bob's loved ones. An NAR or MLS expo won't feel right anymore without seeing Bob; he always made it a point to find me in my booth to shoot the bull, and to bust my chops a little bit; it always put a smile on my face to talk to him. I will always remember him with tremendous fondness. I once put his image on one of our smart-cards just to razz him; I am attaching it here.
February 7, 2015
Bob, I just wanted to thank you for being a dear friend since 1992. I want to thank you for in lighting me of my future which became true. You were always there and will be missed and in my heart! God bless you Diane, God is holding you close in his hands. Love, Bonnie Wallace
Jama
February 5, 2015
We suffer a tremendous loss of a wonderful man. My ex-husband and friend, you are missed and in our hearts and memories always. Diane, Tom, NiKi and family, my deepest sympathy and prayers to each of you. You are with God, rest in peace.
February 4, 2015
Bob was always helpful to anyone in the company with any question or problem. That was much appreciated by many agents. Quite memorable was his unique way of looking you in the eye and delivering a zinger, making you stop and wonder, "Is he serious or just messing with me?" Generally it was the latter. RIP, Bob.
Bill "Modesy" Modes
February 4, 2015
It is with heart felt sorrow and my sincere condolences to Diane and the entire family.
I will miss my buddy Bob and all the laughter, golf and fun we had over the years! One of the best things that ever happened to Bob was Diane.So sorry for your loss! We can take solace in the fact that Bob was saved and a good Christian man & is walking with the Lord!
Larry & Shirley Porter
February 3, 2015
You will be greatly missed my friend. Out hearts and prayers go out to Diane and family, you are everyone's friend.
Larry & Shirley Porter
Glenn Ginsburg
February 3, 2015
With deepest sympathies and heart-felt condolences to Diane and the Hewes family.
Bob will be sorely missed by all those that served with him on the various committees at NABOR.
His contributions to the members of NABOR were unsurpassed.
Bob touched many lives including mine.
Douglas Freed
February 3, 2015
Bob is one of the nicest men I have ever met. I truly enjoyed the lunches we had on the road as my dear customers as he shared his wisdom and long talks with me. I am very saddened to hear of your loss and pass my sincere condolences to the Hewes family during this difficult time. I will dearly miss his call but God has called upon another Angel to watch over us. God Bless to all.
chansee Arnold
February 2, 2015
my sincere condolences to the entire family. Bob was a great man and he will be missed very much in Naples!
Diana McCoy
February 2, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the family of Bob Hewes. Diane he will be missed .
Bob and Pat Mullan
February 1, 2015
We consider ourselves among the fortunate ones to be friends with Bob, His loving memories will always be in hearts. He only take the best. God Bless
Jocelyn Brophy
February 1, 2015
My heart goes out to you Diane and to all of your family. Prayers will be sent. May he walk with Angels.
Kim Walker
February 1, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss! I love you guys.
Linda Montpetit
February 1, 2015
My heart and sincere sympathy to Bob's wife, Diane and family. He was a wonderful person and will be missed deeply....
Lillian Bodor
February 1, 2015
I am sending prayers and lots of love. He was a wonderful man.
Pete & Karen Smith
February 1, 2015
Bob was one of a kind; nice to everyone around him. He had a great since of humor and was just simply a great guy. We'll all miss him.
Alain And Tina Fradette
February 1, 2015
RIP my friend. You will surely be missed.
Alain and Tina Fradette
February 1, 2015
Bob will be dearly missed. He was a great brother in-law, with a sense of humor second to none. Hope to see you again on the other side RIP my friend.
Mary Jo and Ron Nordstramd
February 1, 2015
There are so many words that come to mind. Bob was one of a kind-witty, passionate, honest, committed, caring, generous, focused, adventurous. He will be greatly missed by the many who were fortunate to have known him. God bless you, Bob, God bless you, Diane, and to all your family.
Barbara & Peter Hewitt
February 1, 2015
Rest in peace Bob....
Mike Fradette
February 1, 2015
our sincere condolances to you all. Bob was definetly one of a kind we will miss him dearly. Mike, Lynn and JJ Fradette
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