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Robert Struse Obituary

STRUSE, Robert M. died peacefully at home on April 16, 2017, at the age of 69. Bob is survived by wife, Conni and son, Tim. He was preceded in death by parents, Tolbert Bryson Struse and Sarah Patchell (Ford), and brother, William. He is survived by brother, Bryson and sister, Sally. Bob graduated from Yale University, where he played football. He served his country as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy. After graduating from Syracuse law school, he moved to Tucson in 1974 to begin his legal career with the DeConcini law firm, where he quickly established preeminence in the field of trusts and estates. With nearly 40 years of practice, his professional accomplishments and contributions to the community were innumerable. His passions included underwater photography, cooking and gardening. He cared deeply for others and was an incredible husband and father. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity.
Published by Arizona Daily Star on Apr. 23, 2017.

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Phyllis Wood

May 7, 2017

I was honored and privileged to sit with Bob.
In the time I was with him learned many jokes. Allot of laughter full of life and told wonderful stories of his journeys overseas to his Navy days. I learned he was the ruler of his kitchen very precise on his cooking. Many times he shared recipes he liked and I did what I could to make it happen when Bob wasn't able. Very respectable kind. A heart of gold. I never knew what the next joke would be from me asking anything I can get for you. His standing joke was beautiful ladies. Very dedicated and loving to wife and son. Told many great stories of his days traveling with Connie to fun times he enjoyed with his family and growing up. Especially his football days. He would joke about how preppy the football players were. When wife or son would leave he'd want to know where they were and when they were returning. Was my pleasure to have been his caregiver. Bob was grateful for everything we did for him. Prayers for family and friends.

Jan Garlitz

April 27, 2017

Bob was always courteous and adventuresome! A gift to have known him.

April 24, 2017

Bob was so kind and helpful to both my husband Bobbie Joe Barnett and myself Maureen Barnett when constructing our living Trust many years ago and was always there for myself in the loss of my son and husband. His son Tim who has not only followed in his father's legal practice, continues to emulate his fathers character and loving kind ways. my whole family were greatly saddened to hear of Bob's passing and send our deepest sympathy, to Conni his wife and all the family, he will be missed.

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