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Robert McGinty Obituary

Robert Charles McGinty was born in Los Angeles, Calif., in 1932, to Ormand and Estelle McGinty and passed away Monday, Nov. 1, 2010, surrounded by his children and wife of 58 years, Carole. As an infant he was featured in a couple of Hollywood movies including one that starred Maurice Chevalier. He worked for Knudsen Creamery and Orowheat Bakery for a period of 26 years. He and Carole moved to the Central Coast in 1997 to be near their children and grandchildren. He was most loved for his generosity, loyalty and leadership of his family. Robert is survived by daughters, Carrie Hilyard, Sheryl DeYoung (Don), Linda Mize (Floyd), Donna Morelli (Mike), Peggy Revetto; sons, Casey McGinty (Cheryl) and Terry McGinty; siblings Dolores Kowalski (Ron), Eugene McGinty (Sylvia); many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He will be dearly missed. Memorial arrangements are pending.

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Published by San Luis Obispo County Tribune on Nov. 17, 2010.

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Kathy Montgomery

November 17, 2010

Casey and Cheryl and girls... I am so sorry to read of your father/grandfather's passing. I lost my father many years ago, so I know what you are feeling. I hope you are comforted by knowing he's in a better place.

Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Marilyn Spoeneman

November 17, 2010

Dearest Linda, Floyd and family,

You are in our hearts and prayers. We know he is in a better place now and is at peace.

Love always,

Randy, Marilyn and Wilma

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