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John Van Pelt
December 27, 2023
Rest in peace my friend
January 9, 2011
ROBERTO,
What will we do without your stories and jokes? A fun loving Man he was.
As a customer of MexiCocina from day one, simply the most consistent and excellent food there is, with friendly hard working employees making your visit a pleasant experience.
The Cantina expansion was his pride and joy, which brought local residents to visit more often, chat with old friends and make new ones.
My memories of Roberto are endless, but one really said what the Man was all about. When Gale Glasser and Mike lost their home in Scripps Ranch from the fires, I started a fund raiser and went to all the places where Gale and Mike knew people, asking for donations to help them get back on their feet. Roberto gave me a check for $1,000. I was shocked and asked him "why so much?" He replied, "GOD has been very good to me Joe."
To the family and friends of this wonderful Man, don't be sad, be happy you where blessed to have him in your life.
"BIG JOE" Tucker, Poway
Hilda Goral
January 8, 2011
My mom and I will miss you Robert.....You were so generous and kind to us and espcially my mother , who is 93 years old.....I was there today and I was so saddened to know that you will not be there!.....Alot of prayers to you and your family....Hilda
Manuel Marroquin
January 6, 2011
I wrote an entry soon after I learned of my cousin's passing and didn't know what to say. Now that a few days have passed, I have been remembering the good times we had. My cousin was always upbeat and joking, even when we were kids. Robert was more like my older brother, our families were always close. My cousin Robert, Lourdes together with Paco and Lupe have been the force that kept us a united family and with that ingredient we have grown older, but still a family together. I'll miss Robert's story telling and his joy and excitement for life. He was a caring loveable guy who loved adventure. I will remember him with sadness in my heart and joy he is resting in peace.
January 4, 2011
Rafael and I Iare very saddened at Roberts passing. Family should stay in touch more We will see you all on Friday. Marcia Montoya
January 4, 2011
We will all miss Robert's great stories and sense of humor. He was a very generous man with a huge heart. There will definitely be a big void at MexiCocina without him. If there's a Porsche Club in Heaven we know he's already a member!
R.I.P Robert.
John & Cindy Hine and
John & Theresa Cappadocia
Sandra Shipley
January 4, 2011
Tio Roberto, you were the best storyteller, a lover of life and so very generous. I can still hear your voice and will miss your laughter. Love you and will miss you!
January 3, 2011
Our entire family knew Robert in his early years when he first arrived. I remember my brother (Frank Parra) and Robert along with several other "close" friends were always hanging out at our house in San Ysidro listening to the latest "45 record hits". God Bless his family at this time. Connie Andrade, Marcie Parra, Norma Cosio, Tencha Garcia.
Ruben Gechter
January 3, 2011
So sorry to hear about this he was a real friend of all of us at MVHS. I wish he could have made it to the fifty year reunion of our class of 59 or the class of 60. We will all miss him. Like John Van Pelt said the last time I also saw him was at the reunion of our class about ten years ago. We should all stay in touch and share the moments we have left. He will be remembered dearly. I shared a lot of good times with him along with everyone else at MVHS.
Lydia Vela
January 3, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with your family, especially Carmen & Maria. May God give you strenght
Jeff & Kari Crow
January 3, 2011
I knew Robert for over 20 years and he will truely be missed. He was a customer of ours at "Good Time Charlies" restaurant in Pacific beach. He always knew how to brighten our day!!
XOXOXO Roberto!!!!
Tracey Stout
January 3, 2011
I worked for Robert at Mexicocina for quite a few years and I will always remember the good times we shared. I was very sad to hear of his passing. God Bless you, Jefe. The world just won't be the same without you in it.....
January 2, 2011
I have Lots of fond memories of my Uncle Robert. I got to travel to Mexico and see the pyramids and meet members of our family when I was 8 years old. I will definitely miss his sense of humor, his nicknames for everyone, his kindness, generosity and support. He was the Best joke teller and just enjoyed life!!! I am comforted by the promise that I will see him again someday and knowing he is with our Heavenly Father. Monica Coffey San Diego, CA
January 2, 2011
I first met Bob in the late 1950's when he first moved to San Ysidro. He picked me up one morning from the school bus stop and on the way to school we made a connection. He was part of our "gang" Art, Ruben, Johnny, Frank, Adam, Ricardo, Me and others that I cannot remember at this time. Last saw him at the resturant a few years ago. Have a pix of him, me, Ruben, Johnny and Frank at our reunion about 10 yrs ago. Rest in peace my friend, wish I had stayed in closer contact. John Van Pelt
Bob and Laurie Hinzman
January 2, 2011
Robert was a fabulous neighbor and friend. We will miss his love for life and sense of humor! Enjoying time with him at the bar and restaurant and his silly jokes will be a lifelong memory. Our thoughts and prayers are with Maria, mom and familia! Bob and Laurie Hinzman,
January 2, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the family of Roberto, God be with you during this sad time. Ludean (Pearce) Yancey Class of 1959
Mary Yunker
January 2, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Pedro Provencio
January 2, 2011
My condolences to the family of ROBERTO. May he rest in peace and may his family take solace in knowing he is in a better place and being taken care of by our heavenly father. "59" classmate, Pedro
January 2, 2011
On behalf of the the Class of 1959, Mar Vista High School, we send our deepest sympathy. Barbara Houghton Woodsford, contact for Class of 1959.
Rob Sogolow
January 2, 2011
We met Roberto through Porsche Club. He was always welcoming, and a gracious host at his restaurant.
"May the winding roads in heaven delight you".
Robert & Hylda Sogolow
Charlene & Julie Komosinski
January 2, 2011
"We love our 'Toya, we will miss him so much. He was my best friend for over 30 years. God Bless!"
Manuel and Marlene Marroquin
January 2, 2011
We love our family and Robert will be missed.
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