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Richard Cobb Obituary

Richard S. Cobb ARLINGTON - Richard S. "Dick" Cobb, 87, died Sept. 3, 2009. He was the beloved husband of the late Marianna W. Cobb and father of Mary Jane Cobb Reyes, Sandra Cobb Tyson, Richard Sicard Cobb Jr. and Robert Woodson Cobb. He is also survived by his seven grandchildren, William Michael Reyes, Richard Christopher Tyson, Bobbi Maryanna Cobb, Mary Christianna Cobb, Charles William Tyson, Richard Sicard Cobb III and Mitchell Lee Boggs. The funeral will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009, at Fort Myer Old Post Chapel with full military honors. Inurnment to follow in Arlington National Cemetery Columbarium. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Arlington Free Clinic, 2921 11th St. South Arlington, VA 22204.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Sep. 6, 2009.

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Dyann Glenn

September 16, 2009

Dear Sandy and Mary Jane, So very sorry to learn of the passing of your father. Your Dad was so thoughtful and interested in all the goings on. I'm sure he will be missed by many. Fondly, Dyann

Ellen Vann

September 8, 2009

Sandy, I have great memories of your father and mother as we were growing up. I will always remember then fondly.
With greatest sympathy,
Ellen Vann

September 7, 2009

Always remember Dick having a great sense of humor; great listener; willing to help; thoughtful of others;
and remarkably always in the present. A great friend. He will be surely missed.
Andy Noel

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