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for J. Coley
August 11, 2009
Robert was an extremely competitive track athlete and a gifted person. I have remembered his name, his face and his stature since we last saw one another in 1966. It is good to know that he lived and exempary life and I will hold his memoery still.
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John Coffey
August 10, 2009
Robert Coley was a wonderful friend since 1970. We met working at Finks Jewelers, attended the same college and spent many wonderful days together in our youth.
Robert was a wonderful athlete and it was a joy playing sports with him. He had a smile that would light up a whole room, as well as a wonderful sense of humor. He loved to play practical jokes on his friends, there was never a dull moment around Robert. Robert spent many Holidays and summer weeks with my family and friends in Myrtle Beach.
Robert loved to read and learn and he loved to share his thoughts and ideas with others. I can remember many evenings when we would stay up with friends, discussing the events of the day, sharing jokes, and having good times together.
I know that Robert was a very good and kind gentleman that loved the Lord, cared dearly for his family, and lived his life in service for others.
Well done my brother! Though I miss you, I know that you are with your Lord and so many of your loved ones forever.
Charlotte Otey Robinson
August 10, 2009
I also went to high school with Robert. I remember a great guy with a beautiful smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bill Aldridge
August 8, 2009
To the people that knew and loved Robert,farewell from a fellow member of the class of 1966, he will be missed.
Frankie Mitchell Robbins
August 7, 2009
Although I have not seen Robert since high school, my memories of him are as a gentleman - a gentle man. My condolences to all who loved him.
Tom Jones
August 6, 2009
my sympathies to your family i knew Robert when i was at the home in the 60's with him. god bless.
August 6, 2009
I, too remember Robert from the Baptist Children's Home. He had beautiful brown eyes and a winning smile. May God bless his family and loved ones. Billie Booth Burton
August 6, 2009
Robert was at the Childrens home in the 60's when I was there. An extremely nice guy... My sympathies to your family.
Wanda Burnside Wehrend
Salem, Va.
John Brown
August 6, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ollie Pickral
August 6, 2009
Robert and I grew up together at the Baptist Childrens Home in Salem. He had a terrific attitude toward everyone and a friend indeed. He was a great athlete playing all sports. I lost contact with him after I left the Home in 1967. I had hopes of seeing him again at our annual reunions. I will miss him.......
Cindy Tuttle
August 6, 2009
Seems as if I've known Robert all of my life. He was part of the family. I remember the avid reader who always had unique topics of conversation based on his reading. I lost touch after my cousin (his wife) passed away a couple of years ago. I am sorry I did.
My deepest sympathy to his sister and mother. May peace be with you as peace is what Robert has found at last.
linda hultz
August 5, 2009
i remember Robert from the baptist home....my thoughts and prayers to his family....
Leigh Dooley
August 5, 2009
I enjoyed getting to know Mr. Coley while he was at Avante. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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