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Robert Ander Obituary

Robert Knute Ander Jr
Norfolk - Robert (Bob) Knute Ander, Jr., photographer, craftsman, artist, and friend passed away at his home in Norfolk, Va. on June 28, 2013.
Bob was a brilliant photographer & a meticulous craftsman. He remodeled houses, built furniture, and renovated antique automobiles, all the while sharing his progress through photographs with his friends. His generosity, great personality & talent will be missed by all.
A life long car enthusiast, Bob loved the Ford Model A but he also loved those who shared his enthusiasm. His excursions with The Cape Henry Model A Club ranged from the Pungo Strawberry Festival & the Ocean View St Patrick's Day Parade, to jaunts to his rustic farm in Blackstone, Va.
His finest restoration was his dog, Blackstone. Found wandering on his farm, starving and emaciated, he became a living testament to Bob's belief that what was once beautiful could be beautiful again. Bob's annual Christmas card starring Blackstone was always humorous, self deprecating, and a hilarious holiday treat.
Bob was born September 4, 1949 in Hagerstown, Md. and came to Hampton Roads as a teenager. He was a graduate of Bayside High School and received his Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts from Old Dominion University. He was predeceased by his father, Robert Knute Ander, Sr., his mother, Evelyn Beery Ander, and a nephew, Scott Hurst. He is survived by his sister, Lisa Karen Ander of Cincinnati, OH, brother John George Ander of Va. Beach, VA, half-brother Stephen Ander of Alexandria, Va, half-sister Lauren Ander Collier of Tampa, FL & nephews Tyler Ander, Christian and Jeffrey Hurst.
A memorial service is being planned & will be announced at a later date.
Check out the recent story in the Va.-Pilot about Bob & Blackstone: http://hamptonroads.com/node/663055

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jul. 7, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Ander

22 Entries

lanny provo

July 3, 2015

I knew Bob from photo class. He took photos of his cousin at Blackstone where he often visited and later inherited the farm.
We both became photographers. I just now found out he died and am shocked. Certainly know he had a life he chose and in a time when
the world rewarded the eye of a photographer with a good life.

Theresa Parsons

August 17, 2013

Bob, I can't believe you're not here, and will never forget your mischievous sense of humor, compassion, talent, curiosity, and wonderful joie de vie. I've lost a very dear friend, and you will be missed.

July 18, 2013

Bob was a great friend and valuable assist to me with my painting career. We shared so many similar interests, especially with cars. Will miss the weekly email updates and not having lunch at d'egg ! Have a great journey my friend !

July 12, 2013

Bob, you have been part of my world for so long and enriched our community so greatly- I just can't imagine Ghent without you.

Gayle Donovan

Phil and Elfi Idiart

July 9, 2013

We fondly remember Bob driving his latest refurbished Ford Model A around the neighborhood, he was so proud, and we will never forget his smile. We miss him throwing a ball for Blackstone to catch -
Bob was a Mensch, a truly good person.
We will miss you, Bob.

July 8, 2013

Funny I started dating his brother 5 yrs ago and during conversations we came to realize that Rom took pictures of my family 16 yrs ago... small world and during my time with his brother John I got to know Rob and Lisa and especially Pete. They were kind enough to welcome me with open arms as I did with them. I spent maby memorable moments at the nursing home visitin with Pete and Rob and Blackstone. Rob as well as Pete you will both be greatly missed. It was a pleasure getting to know both of you.

Sharon Stewart Clarida

July 8, 2013

Bob was a force in my life while I was growing up and I remember him fondly. He will be missed greatly.

Tana Greene

July 8, 2013

You came into my life at a time that made all the difference for me. That was 34 years ago. You helped me believe in myself. You made me laugh and enjoy life. You will be missed. I will miss those Holiday cards and funny emails. You made a real difference in this world Bob Ander.

July 8, 2013

I have been friends with Bob many years, and am so shocked and saddened by his passing. I will miss him.
Sincerely,
Victoria Ashton

July 8, 2013

Friends for over 30 years. Will miss bumping into to you via boats (or Gondola in your case) at Haborfest and St Paddys Parade via Model T. You will be missed. --R.I.P. Bob.

Marlene Gossett

July 7, 2013

Ander family, so sorry for your loss,let us know if there is anything we can do for you, John let me know if Blackstone needs a home, what a wonderful story behind his rescue, that speaks so much about the person your brother was!! God Bless!!

The Jones Family, Marlene, Jeff, Steven, David, Janice & Laurie

July 7, 2013

To the Ander Family ... My condolences to you all ... Bob was a great and caring person. He will be missed.

Alan Manzie
Virginia Beach

Ronnie Hess

July 7, 2013

From Princess Anne County to Bayside High School, From the Beach at 81 St. to Harbour Fest! Bob had a dozen pictures and a short story (sometimes a long one) to go with it. I always enjoyed his Parade Pictures. It was hard to get a word in when we started talking about our antique car projects. The Tidewater area has lost a good man , and I a life long good friend! Now take some really big pictures in the sky!

Chuck Lollar

July 7, 2013

To his cycling friends, Bob was art on wheels. His restored pea-green bike with stay forever etched in my mind. It blinded early morning OV motorists and no doubt saved us from many unguided missiles. And Bob's uncanny knack at finding potholes when in the lead quelled my innate desire to challenge him.
I will miss your smile and love of life, my friend.
God bless and keep you.

Amy Yarsinske

July 7, 2013

Bob was my good friend for 25 years and always had my back whatever I was doing, be it a book or just life itself. We were planning - finally - to get serious about a book we'd long wanted to do together. Maybe I'll just have to find a way to do it anyway to honor our friendship, Bob. What a great photographer, friend and human being you were; Blackstone is testament to that compassion for all living things that you demonstrated each day and you should know there was no shortage of those of us who'd have lined up to take care of him in your absence. May you rest easy now and know that the greatest honor a man can have is reflected in the depth and quality of his friends - and you had scores and going forward we will all miss you deeply. So long my dear friend.

Chuck Lollar

July 7, 2013

To his cycling friends, Bob was art on wheels. His restored pea-green bike is etched forever in my mind. It blinded the early-morning motorists in OV and no doubt saved us from many unguided missiles. And his uncanny knack at finding potholes before I did quieted my innate desire to lead.
Bob your smile and love of life will be missed, my friend. God bless and keep you.

Susan and Rick Cecconi

July 7, 2013

Bob has been our neighbor for the past 10 years. He always had a smile on his face and time for a friendly chat with Blackstone by his side. He will be greatly missed.

Jeffrey Lefcoe

July 7, 2013

Bob was a gentle, caring, multi-talented man with a warm smile and a good story to tell. I know many people will miss greatly miss him.

Marie Hinderliter

July 6, 2013

Bob,
We first met when you approached me in a restaurant and wanted to photograph my hands. I thought, "That's odd" but I did it. I'm looking at that photo from many years ago in my office as I type. RIP. You brought smiles and joy to those whose lives you touched.

Joseph Hoggard

July 6, 2013

I had not seen Bob in a number of years, I have fond memories of times we had spent getting to know each other over the years. Bob was a fine guy and will certainly be missed by thouse who knew him and by those where were fortunate enough to have appreciated his art.

Lucy Alfriend Thacker

July 5, 2013

One does not have to look too deeply to find the good in a person who unselfishly saved a stray dog's life-- and turned that dog a major celebrity. Bob, himself, was a celebrated talent in so many areas. On behalf of the community of photographers, designers, art/creative directors, copywriters, marketing strategists and advertising professionals in Hampton Roads and beyond, I salute Bob Ander. My favorite photo shoot with Bob seems fitting to note at this time. It was a pro bono collaboration to help support the neighborhood organic foods co-op... another one of his passions. Godspeed, and condolences.

Janice Marshall-Pittman

July 5, 2013

Bob, I remember fondly you shooting my daughter Marshall when she was less than 3 mons old with my husband, Fred, and myself -- She was making cooing noises and laying in the buff on your black bear skin rug. You were most concerned that she may wee wee on that special rug (me too) but you took a beautiful b/w image of the three of us and that has been hanging in our living room for almost 26 years. We had some laughs over that through the years and I had the pleasure of working w/ you on possibly the first Hampton Roads Magazine, among other advertising projects over the years. Seems like I just saw you a few months ago and we were talking about a new home project you had going - You'd made a deal you were most proud of - No surprise there!
I miss knowing you are on the planet, Bob. You will be remembered, by everyone you touched. ~ Love Janice and Fred Pittman

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