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ROBERT SHAW Obituary

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ROBERT ALLEN, age 59, of Cheltenham, died suddenly on May 25, 2014. He was the beloved husband of Kathleen Korey Shaw and the loving son of Fredrick and Nancy Shaw. He is also survived by his loving children: Robert K. Shaw (Carolyn Cotlov), Genna K. Shaw (Han Xiao), and Daniel J. Shaw; by his granddaughter, Anna K. Shaw; by his sisters: Linda Federico (Robert), Saundra Maxwell (David), and Kelly Kenney (Craig); and by his aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. He was the beloved brother-in-law of the Korey family. He earned his BAE from Penn State College of Engineering in 1978 and spent the last 22 years of his career at Urban Engineers, Inc. Relatives and friends will be received on Friday, May 30, 2014 from 7:00 - 9:00 P.M. and on Saturday, May 31, 2014 from 10:00 - 11:00 A.M., HELWEG & ROWLAND FUNERAL HOME, 1059 Old York Rd., Abington. Memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Sacred Heart Home for Incurable Cancer, 1315 W. Hunting Park Ave., Phila., PA, 19140.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on May 28, 2014.

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Karen Honey

May 25, 2025

RIP Robbie! You are missed and loved!

Karen Honey

May 22, 2024

RIP Robbie. You were taken much too soon! You will never be forgotten!

Karen Honey

May 22, 2023

RIP Robbie

Karen Honey

May 23, 2021

You will never be forgotten! RIP Robbie

Karen Honey

May 22, 2020

Robbie was such a great guy. Always very friendly and welcoming. He had a great sense of humor. He is missed by both family and friends.

John Groses

May 22, 2020

A great soul is never forgotten! I still have a picture hanging up in my field office of us on that crazy Urban fishing trip that went out of Barnegat Light in Long Beach Island, NJ. I often look at the photo and I can now smile! You are missed my friend.

Karen Honey

June 23, 2014

I will always remember Robbie with a smile. He was a great guy with a great personality and a wonderful sense of humor. I am so sorry for your loss but be comforted in that he loved all of you so much and he left this earth a loved and cherished man. He will always be with you and will never leave you. Look for signs---he will be there when you need him the most.

Leigh Shea

June 1, 2014

My deepest sympathy and prayers to Kelly and the entire Shaw family. You are a wonderful, close and loving family that will support each other during this tragic and devastating time love you all!

Payne

May 31, 2014

I want to send my condolences to the Shaw family. In the brief moments that I was able to meet Mr Shaw, my life will forever be change. So sorry for your lost. Hope you can find peace in the loving memories and precious moments that you have shared together. Regards.

Mark Rickerson

May 31, 2014

I am so sorry……Bob's a good soul….

Kathy Kellner Couling

May 31, 2014

Sincere condolences to all who loved Bob. We were high school classmates in Willingboro. How lucky that we were able to reconnect at our reunion this past April. May your good memories bring you comfort.

May 30, 2014

Dear Kathy and family, Jeanne and I are deeply saddened by the news of Bob's accident and passing. We've known you and Bob since the late 70's when we first worked together on the Tunnel. He was then and continued to be a rock solid individual with great technical skills, helping us get through some very rough times. But also, and more importantly, he was great to work with over the years at Urban, and there never was anyone who had anything but praise to offer when Bob was involved. A really great guy who will not only be missed, but will be remembered. I can't get over my sense of disbelief that he has passed and I'm sure you and the family feel the same. But we will rest assured that he is in a good place and that we will join him again when our time comes. Please accept our warmest condolences on your loss and God bless and keep you and your family.
Sincerely, Joe and Jeanne McAtee

May 30, 2014

My deepest condolences and love to Kathy and family, Mr. and Mrs. Shaw, and all of the Shaws, Maxwells, Federicos, and Kenneys. I have such sweet memories of hanging out with Sandy at the Shaw House in Willingboro - and of a happy and thrilling rafting trip with the Shaw clan. You are a beautiful family.
I am so very sorry for your loss.
Nancy Ryan

May 30, 2014

Kathy, Rob, Genna & Daniel,
Bob was the best of neighbors, always ready
with a helping hand and a smile.
Our deepest sympathy,
Marsha & Drew

Chris Kaelin

May 30, 2014

On behalf of all of us at Urban Engineers' Cherry Hill Office, please accept our prayers and condolences on your loss! A beautiful life taken way too soon! You are in our thoughts and prayers!

May 30, 2014

Dear Genna,
We are all thinking of you and sending you and your family lots of love.
-The RPCS art department

AAUW Paperback 2

May 30, 2014

As friends and fellow book group members of Linda at AAUW, Bethlehem PA, we send our sincere condolences to you and the entire Shaw family.

Bobi Cooper Silva

May 30, 2014

Kathy, I just learned of Bob's untimely passing. I am so sorry for your profound loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Charlotte Hinton

May 30, 2014

I have worked with Bob for a long time. He had a great sense of humor that always made me laugh. He was a wonderful person and I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Charlotte Hinton – Urban Engineers

May 30, 2014

Dear Genna,
I have been thinking about you and your family all week. I am sending you love and prayers that you will soon find some peace.
My love to all of you,
Barrie

Bill Thomsen

May 30, 2014

Bob was a wonderful person who I worked with at Urban for many years. He was one of those people that everyone always wanted to be around because of his nice personality. He was great to work with. He will be missed by all.

Karen Smith

May 29, 2014

Praying for all, as you celebrate a great life, gone to soon. Love you Kelly and family.

John Shaw

May 29, 2014

Kathy and Family,

There are no words that can express my feelings and relieve your sorrow. Rob is more like a brother than a cousin to me. I will always remember his fun loving personality. I hope that you find some small solace in the fact that I share the pain of your loss. I will miss him.

John Shaw

May 29, 2014

Kathy and Family- All of us at the Urban Engineers Family are deeply saddened. Your family is in our prayers.
-Chris Connor

Sandy Laziuck

May 29, 2014

Genna, I am so sorry. You and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers. It is hard to find the words for something like this. Just know I care about you and send my deepest sympathy. Love Sandy

Joyce Grace

May 29, 2014

My deepest condolences to the Family. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow. Another Angel called home.

Peter Yilanjian

May 29, 2014

Seated next to Bob at work, I'll never forget the sound of him cracking open peanuts for his lunch! Bob, you had a profound impact upon me and my career. Your smile, sense of humour and laugh, and professionalism will never leave me. I'm a lucky person for having had Bob come into, and improve, my life. Thank you, and God Bless You, Bob!

Ken and Donna Cahall

May 28, 2014

Kathy, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. May God give you and your family peace and comfort in this time of sorrow.

May 28, 2014

Kathy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We ask that God give you peace and comfort in this time of sorrow....Ken and Donna Cahall

May 28, 2014

May God Bless Your Soul Bob ,
My Condolences to The Family

Azad Kareem

Bob & Michelle Haggerty

May 28, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Shaw and Korey families during this difficult time. Bob was a fun-loving man who always put a smile on your face! He will be truly missed!

Brian & Jo Ann Stover

May 28, 2014

Dear Kathy & family. Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Bob. We are shocked and profoundly saddened. I know Brian thoroughly enjoyed the years they worked together. Bob was the consummate professional. I will remember his fun-loving nature, his smile, sense of humor and that 'twinkle' in his eyes. Even more striking to us was Bob's ability to genuinely convey his interest in others. He was always quick with a kind word. God bless you and your family at this very difficult time. You are in our thoughts & prayers.

James Davis

May 28, 2014

Condolences to the Shaw family. Bob was an outstanding person to work with and had a great personality. We always enjoyed Bob's company and sense of humor.
Jim Davis & Family

John & Pam Groses

May 28, 2014

Dear Kathy,

Pam & I are deeply saddened by the sudden death of Bob. We are truly sorry for your loss. I'm honored to have known such a kind and fun loving person. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time.

May 28, 2014

thoughts and prayers go out to the family..Russell and pattie pizzo

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