Robert H. Dembowski Obituary

Still not forgotten...the welding technology program at MBIT will never forget and keep his memory and his sacrifice in our hearts. Our students will know and honor him every year.

Francie, Bob and the rest of the Dembowski family we just wanted you to know that we are thinking of you on this Bobby's 6th Anniversary 24 May and throughout this Memorial Day Weekend. Bobby was an amazing individual and we know that he is on guard duty in Heaven looking down and guarding over his Beloved Family and Friends; as he has always done. We Love you ALL and WE WILL NEVER FORGET HIM OR HIS SACRIFICE! lOVE, Chief & Mags

To the family and friends of Pfc. Robert H. Dembowski:
It has truly been my honor to sign Robert's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Robert will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy

I write this entry in this guestbook in eternal gratitude for the sacrifice and service of Robert Dembrowski.

May 24, 2012
To the family and friends of Pfc. Robert H. Dembowski:
Always remembering Robert. "Some gave all."

Dear Bob and Fran:
Meeting you last night brought back sad memories of young friends that I helped in the past who died in Viet Nam.While I'm not a veteran I fully appreciate what our Armed Forces do for us. The loss of any son must be as painful as anything I can imagine. As I read about Robert I thought that his legacy was to give us all reason to thank God for all the gifts we enjoy as free Americans. Gifts that he gave his life to preserve for us.Thank you,Robert. May God give your family a peaceful future and your soul the peace it deserves.
George and Peg Lauderback
Read 1 Corinthians 15

Francie, Bob and the Dembowski family, Scott and I are thinking of you today on this Bobby's 4th Anniversary when he gave the ultimate sacrifice and lost his life protecting our country! We know that your heart is still heavy and that you miss him every second of every day. We are so proud of you All and the things you do every day in Bobby's name to make life better for others. You are ALL amazing people with huge hearts who continue to stand by and support others while you are still trying to cope with his loss. We want you to know that we will also NEVER forget your sacrifice and Bobby will NEVER be forgotten. You remain in our thoughts and prayers, we love you Scott, Mags Dearduff

To the family and friends of Pfc. Robert H. Dembowski:
Please accept my remembrance of Robert on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Bobby,
It never ends...this pain, this agony. But dad and I go on with our mission, trying to follow your example. We try to be there for others, as you were till the end.
We love you forever with our aching hearts.
Love, Always, Forever,
Mom and Dad

thinking of bobby all the time i miss him i love u

So sorry. Please know that he will not be forgotten. What a great man you raised. he is missed.

I still remember the day like it was yesterday. Its hard to believe it has been over 3 years now. You are missed always. I know you are watching the men of Bco still to this day and always will be.
Jordan Herbert
3rd plt
Bco 1/504PIR
'06-'09

THinking of you this Memorial Day weekend, you will never be forgotten

To the family and friends of Pfc. Robert H. Dembowski:
Remembering Robert on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

debo, I made it to Special Forces if you remember me telling you i was going to go do it. I remember i told you not to tell anyone lol. rest easy.

Dear Debo, Its christmas eve and i just want to tell u merry christmas i remember the times we had. i want to thank you for your presence and everything we have been through i have great memories. and will always treasure them. and to mrs. and mr Debo and family i want to wish you all a merry christmas and happy new year and god bless.
your boy Daniel Prigge Bco 1/504 PIR 06-09

Dear Debo - I learned all about you from my new son-in-law, Sgt. Ben Cone. He married my daugther August 15th, 2009. There was a table set for you, Matthew Reece, Lane Tollett and my son, LCpl Seth Garrett Jones ~ USMC who lost his life serving his country as well. When the judge was finished listing the names of all you boys a gust of wind blew the paper out of his hand. He let out a laugh and acknowledged that each and every one of you was there, and heard our words of love and thanks, for serving our country and for joining in the wedding. So, thank you for blessing us with your presence. And thank you for serving and for freedom. Your families tears are woven in the red,white and blue of the flag you died for. Long may it wave. Now, if I can figure out how to put a picture on this page I will gladly add one of your place at the table of the wedding of Ben and Kailah.

Bobby Boy,
I miss you everyday. I want you here with me so badly, doing all the things we had always said we'd do. I feel like I am going through blind without you now, but I know you are watching over me. Please stay with me and I can't wait to see your smiling face again.
As always ALL of my love,
Rachel Girl
"They're Just Jealous Cause We're Young and In Love"

Mrs. Dembowski and Family,
I will never forget Bobby and how he gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country. I have my 82nd Airborne flag flying high on my flagpole for him. And I think often of Bobby when he was just a little kid with a buzz cut watching Amy and I play basketball in the driveway. Love you all and miss you!
Lee Bednarcik

To the family of Pfc. Robert H. Dembowski:
Robert gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Bobby,
I love you and miss you. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers. I'm so glad to have had you in my life for the little bit of time I did.
Love you always!!
Murph

Bobby,
We miss you more than words can say. The hurt will never leave our hearts, our souls. We 'see' you smile at us to try to cheer us up and we try...but it is so hard.
Please be standing at the Gate waiting for us when we return 'Home' to you. We will be running as fast as we can.
Always, forever we love you!
Mom and Dad

PFC Robert H. Dembowski - Jr.

I remember Robert as a true friend one who would never back down from a challange , and who was always there to lend a helping hand. "You will ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED & NEVER FORGOTTEN." PFC Robert H. Dembowski - Jr. you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers everyday and you will be remembered ALWAYS. God Bless You ALL friends and family of the Dembowski Family.

Robert H. Dembowski...
New to the Milatary and died at the age of 20. That is a true hero. He gave up his life for our country. He fought for freedom and protected our lifes. I am so proud of this soldier!!

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.


The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”

I did not know Robert, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008

Visit this link to hear the song.

The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol



Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

Please contact me and I will email you back a copy of my
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.

well its been almost a year and i still think about bob all the time. my deployment is coming to an end now and bob, rany and i were supposed to meet up when we alll got back. it wont be the same going back to bragg and not being able to give him a call. ill never forget him.

There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.

A PROUD MARINE MOM

I am sorry for your loss. My prayers are with the Dembowski family.

To the family and friends of Pfc. Robert Dembowski, all my sincerest sympathy, love and understanding to all of you. Your son served with my son: Sgt. Norman LANE Tollett kia: 5/28/07. Sometimes there just aren't enough words to comfort us in our grief, but I stand with you in support and understanding. We will never forget, and even time may not be enough to heal our broken hearts, time just gives us a chance to learn how to deal with it. We've lost 2 fine young men, but know that we also have the priviledge of knowing the world is a better place for the time and lives our sons have touched in the short time they were here. God bless your family and your son's friends.

I am saddened to see this in the news. I, as a Proud American offer your family my sincere sympathy on this great loss of your Son and our
Hero.
I thank you and your son for making a difference in this mixed up world.
Peace be with you and all nations.

YOUR SON PFC ROBERT DEMBOWSKI JR. MADE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE TO HIS
COUNTRY. HE IS A TRUE HERO.
OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. WE KNOW AND FEEL YOUR PAIN.
OUR SON 1ST. LT. TRAVIS L. MANION, USMC, DIED IN IRAQ ON APRIL 29TH.
IF WE CAN HELP IN ANY WAY, PLEASE CONTACT US.
WITH SINCERE CONCERN,
TOM & JANET MANION
[email protected]

Bob, Francie and Family: Along with my wife Mags and children, Amber, Brianna and Sean, please accept our sincere condolences for the loss of your son, and a great American Soldier, PFC Robert "Bobby" Dembowski. We are so very proud of the service he provided to the nation at one of the toughest times in our history. And we are equally proud of you for raising a young man who had integrity, excellence and service as his personal core values. I am proud to call him my brother in arms, and extremely glad to have served along side of him during Operation IRAQI FREEDOM. On behalf of more than 8,200 Airmen assigned to my unit, please know that he will never be forgotten and that he did not die in vain. We miss him and mourn by your side. Faithfully, CMSgt Scott Dearduff, Balad Iraq

my son knew your son. my son pfc jeffrey friedrich is station in afganastan and he told me about the death of your son. my heart felt sympathy goes out to you and your family. may God grant you comfort in your time of grief.you will be in my prayers. i am proud to know that our country has such brave young men.God rest his soul and grant him peace.

My sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Robert H. Dembowsi Jr. My heart especially goes out to Mom and Dad . We thank you for your sons service and sacrifice. He was truely a Beautiful Human Being. Sincerely Martinus and Debi Gust-Boerema

Our prayers and love go out to the Dembowski family. We watched a little boy grow into a man, a hero. We are thankful for our memories!

Francie, Bob & family, Scott and I are so sorry for your loss. Bobby was an amazing young man who was the epitome of strength and honor who gave the ultimate sacrifice for his country. He was a true American hero and he died protecting us from the evil in this world. Scott now has Bobby's picture in his ID wallet that he carries next to his heart along with other's who have given the ultimate sacrifice in this War on Terror. He will continue to carry it with him every hour of every day while he remains in Iraq on the front lines to honor the sacrifice of your son and your family. He will be sorely missed by all.
Command Chief Scott Dearduff 332 AEW Balad Iraq USAF & Mags Dearduff

Bobby was such a wonderful person, and a true hero. I was blessed enough to know him, and how courageous and brave he was. We should all use his example in our own lives everyday. Thank you, Bobby, for your bravery. We love you.

My prayers are with Bob's family,friends and all those that keep us safe in this great country of ours. Bob,Thank you for serving us. May you Rest in Peace.
A friend of mine who taught Bob at MBIT told me the sad news and how proud he was of Bob.

IN HONOR OF THE FAMILY OF SPEC. ROBERT DEMBOWSKI, HE WAS A TRUE AMERICAN HERO.
MY WIFE AND I OFFER OUR DEEPEST SORROW IN THE PASSING OF YOUR SON ROBERT. AS ONLY A FEW CAN, WE TO FEEL YOUR PAIN AS
OUR SON LT COLBY UMBRELL ALSO DIED FOR OUR FREEDOM ON 05/03/2007. WE HAVE RECIEVED GREAT COMFORT IN TALKING WITH OTHERS IN "THE CLUB NO ONE WANTS TO BELONG TO". WE HAVE SPENT TIME WITH TRAVIS MANION'S PARENTS, ANOTHER DOYLESTOWN HERO, AND IT HAS BEEN A GREAT HELP. TRAVIS DIED 4 DAYS BEFORE COLBY. WHEN YOU FEEL THAT YOU CAN TALK PLEASE FEEL FREE TO WRITE. WE ONLY LIVE 15 MIN. AWAY.

ONLY TWO DEFINING FORCES HAVE EVER OFFERED TO DIE FOR YOU.
JESUS CHRIST AND THE AMERICAN GI,
ONE DIED FOR YOUR SOUL AND THE OTHER FOR YOUR FREEDOM

WE THANK YOU FOR YOU AND YOUR SON'S SACRIFICE,
MARK AND NANCY UMBRELL
[email protected]

I sat with his grade school teachers today. What a difficult thing for them. I told them how I ordered 175 carnations for to honor the 168 fallen PA soldiers. These were used on display at the Providence Friends Meeting in Media, PA over the weekend. What an honor to have our Archbishop Justin Francis Rigali pay his respects today. He has asked us to celebrate our 200th Jubilee as the Philadelphia Diocese. Thank you. We celebrated a wonderful life today. I know what it is like to want to help the children of Iraq. Bobby had asked his mother to send more candy for them. As a visitor to Sarajevo Bosnia Herzogovina in 2003 I experienced the same calling. They begged and pleaded as did their parents for help. I visited the St. John Neumann Shrine this morning to read Bobby's obituary. What an Angel of Joy. I was able to place a red carnation on his coffin, thank General Myles and the veterans who came on motorcycle. After thanking the priest and reminding him of all the mansions we saw on the way from the church, I departed on St. Patrick's Lane. May our Lady of Sorrows protect and comfort all who mourn the loss of a loved one. I am glad I had the opportunity to offer some consolation. In Gratitude.

Patrick J. W. Manion, Philadelphia, PA

WE AS AMERICANS THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND FOR PROTECTING US.

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE AND YOUR FAMILY HAVE SPIRITUAL HEALING.

GOD BLESS AMERICA

Bobby's courage, valor, and commitment to his country and countrymen will live on forever. He is a shining example for the youngest of generations that our freedoms and privileges are exercised at great cost. We send our most solemn condolences to his family and his friends, including those who continue the fight. We owe Bobby a great debt, and we shall repay it in honoring his memory and supporting the cause for which he believed in. Thanks Bobby, for standing up for all of us.

My heartfelt sympathy to the Demobowski family in the loss of Robert. I did not know Robert, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Robert you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom

"To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~

Bobby made the greatest sacrifice anyone ever could for his country. He is a true hero and will always be remembered fondly. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this solemn time, with the biggest hugs we can send you...

Bobby, I'll always be proud, that I knew a real hero. I know you are at home, with God.

"All gave some and some gave all"

Bobby, we're so proud of you and your country is thankful for your sarcrifice. Our deepest felt sympathy to your loving family.

Greater Love has no man than to give his life for another. We mourn the loss of another defender of our freedom and thank them for their ultimate sacrifice.

Please accept out thoughts and prayers.
May Our Lord and His Mother comfort you.
The Burgoyne Family

Robert, Thank you so much for fighting for our Freedom You are a true Hero

God bless you.
Our condolences to the family.
The Hummel Family

Trust that God is helping to guide and carry you in this time of pain and sorrow when you only see one set of footprints in the sand. We deeply share your pain on the loss of your son, our grandnephew.

Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Bobby died a true hero.

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

My heartfelt sympathies to your family. My heart breaks with each new name added to this list, and I am saddened by your loss. Know that you are surrounded by prayers, grace and the deep gratitude of all who live in freedom. My God hold you in his arms and grant you peace. Please find joy in the memories of your loved one and comfort knowing so many are holding you in their hearts.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Know in your heart that Robert is a true hero and will never be forgotten. All gave some, some gave all. Rest in peace Robert. You will be missed by everyone’s life you have touched.

To Robert's family, as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family, friends, and all Americans for the sacrifice of one of your family members for our freedom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort in the loving embrace of our Heavenly Father.

God Bless Legacy.com for allowing us to honor these heros.

We can't imagine what you have been going through since being notified of the death of your young Warrior. The Military and families all over the USA and world are grieving with you and praying for you. What a very brave individual you have in your family that would give up a life for their homeland and its people so they can remain free. Your Freedom Fighter has served the Country above and beyond the call of duty, let no one ever tell you different. With the mission now completed your Warrior has been redeployed to Heaven to sit on the right hand of the Supreme Commander and Chief. The Father above has Robert in his arms and will give him peace as well as eventually easing your pain and suffering. God speed to you and Pfc. Robert H. Demobowski, our HERO. We are so proud of them that are willing to sacrifice for this great Nation, THANK YOU.

Army Retired

To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA

You gave your all and now rest in eternal peace.

As the mother of a son (my only child) who is enlisted in the Army, I want to send my condolences.

Pfc. Robert H. Demobowski
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.

REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU

I just read in the local paper that this is the fourth loss for Bucks County in such a short time. I am so sorry your loss- what a young, sweet man. My deepest sympathies. I hope your memories of of him can ease your pain.

Please know how Deeply Sorry I am to learn of the loss of Pfc. Robert H. Demobowske, the Price this Brave Young Soldier and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.

May Robert rest safely in the Loving Care of God and may the Grace and Comfort of the Lord be with the Demobowski family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Heroes for their Sacrifices, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam, in 1967.

"I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that shall be revealed in us."
~ Romans 8:18 ~

May the Peace of God and your precious memories of Robert, remain in your heart always and give you comfort and strength through the difficult days ahead.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.