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ROBERT "Bob" TATUM Jr.
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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Kathy Rueger
December 2, 2022
This is my brother in law . How lucky we were to have him in our life . I miss him so much . My sister was never the same after he left us and she soon joined him . Glad to know that they are together again .
Cindy Nuara
December 4, 2010
In two days it will be the one year anniversary of Bobby's death. He is sorely missed. What a good, hard-working man he was and a devoted husband to my sister, Brenda, for 39 years. I knew him for 44 years, since I was 12, Brenda was 14 or 15, and Bobby was 17 or 18. I miss him just as much now as when he was with us. I know he's in a better place where there is no more pain, no sorrow, no crying... . But that doesn't stop us down here from having those feelings this Christmas season. He loved to decorate the outside of his home at this time. I didn't know that until he was gone, and I missed the chance to tell him goodbye. I had so much to tell him! But I know I'll get the chance to tell him how much I love him one day soon, when Jesus calls us up in the Rapture. Oh, what a glorious and blessed day that will be! I pray that all my loved ones will be with me on that day. There's not much time left for any of us here on this earth. If you read Bible prophecy, you know it too. Tell your family how much you love them every chance you get, and tell everyone you meet about Jesus and his free gift of salvation while there is still time. The harvest could be great, but there are so few workers to tend the field. Cindy Snead Nuara
robbie tatum
November 17, 2010
Pop i know it has almost been a year but i think about you everyday i know we never said i loved you to much but you taught me the person i am today. Miss always love Robbie
My dear sweet brother in law . I miss you already !
December 9, 2009
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Kathy Rueger
December 9, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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Harold and Eileen Keatts
December 9, 2009
Brenda and Family,
Harold and I are so sorry to hear about the passing of Bobby. He and Harold knew each other for over 25 years...through both work at AT&T and bowling. Please know that he will be missed and we are here if there is ANYTHING you need.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lee Ann Dewell Lang
December 9, 2009
Brenda, Robbie and Michelle
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
December 8, 2009
Robbie,Brenda and Michelle,We share in your grief and want you to know we will always be grateful for knowing Bobby and we love all of you. Ronnie,Sandy and Kelsey
Eric Shepperson
December 8, 2009
The Eric Shepperson family wishes to express their thoughts and prayers with Brenda, Michelle, and Robbie at this tough time in their lives.
December 8, 2009
Robbie and Family . . . please accept our deepest condolences at the loss of your loved one. We are certain that he was a wonderful person, as his son, Robbie (our co-worker) is. We mourn with you and pray that you will continue to remember Bob as he was. As long as you remember him, he will always be with. God bless.
Rev. Arthur and Robin Roots
Bubba Traylor
December 8, 2009
Bobby was a special person and a devoted husband, father and grandfather and will be missed by all. My heart goes out to Brenda and her family and our prays are with you during this time and going forward.
Love, Bubba Traylor and Karen Traylor
Cindy Nuara
December 8, 2009
I've known Bob for 43 years, 39 of them as my brother-in-law, and he was always "Bobby to me. Every time our family got together the visit wouldn't be complete without at least one funny remark from him. He was a good, hard-working man who left us before I got the chance to see him one last time. I wanted to tell him I loved him as a brother. All I can do now is to blow him a kiss and send it to him on the wind. That will have to do until that glorious day when I get to see him again.
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