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Robert Carney Obituary

Passed on 11/15/2014 at the age of 65. Born on 9/11/1949 to Verlon & Betty Carney. Survived by his loving wife of 24 years, Valrie. Also survived by his brother Russ (Terri) & sister Jill, children Robyn (Rod) & Rob, grandchildren Jake & Megan, 2 nephews & 1 neice. Bob worked in retail for Lucky, Albertson's & Safeway Stores for 42 years, mostly as a Store Manager. He loved traveling and playing golf or just staying home and having family and friends over. Bob was a kind and gentle soul. He will be missed by all who knew him. A Celebration of Bob's Life will be held 12/13/2014 at the Folsom Community Facilties at 50 Natoma Street, Folsom, CA 95630 from 1pm - 5pm.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee on Nov. 30, 2014.

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Leslie Beardsley

February 11, 2015

Bob was an excellent store manager I enjoyed working with him at lucky stores . He was always supportive and a kind person. Heaven was under his feet with his loving wife Val now he is looking down on her from above.

Donna Pirone

December 8, 2014

Bob, you will be missed by those who love you so much. To Val, my heart and prayers are with you every day. I love you, Donna

Bob & Susie Schultz

December 6, 2014

Bob and Val have been our best friends for over 27 years. Bob was such a gracious, gentle soul and so easy to spend time with. Many travels to Branson, Hawaii, Oregon, Idaho, Shasta, Tahoe, Washington, Eureka Springs, Hot Springs and more; boating, golfing, barbecues and just loving life! We celebrate a life well lived and will cherish the memories forever.

Rod camprini

December 6, 2014

What a shock. From my heart Bob,I,m going to miss you. Great person, boss and friend. Had a blast at 48th st with you. SORRY Val.

Doreen Freund

December 6, 2014

Bob was the most wonderful boss ever. He had so much knowledge to offer as a mentor to me.He was so funny. Oh how I loved to make him just turn completely red. Store #320 was the best times ever and that was because of Bob being the store manager there. We had a great team working there. I will never forget Bob. He left a memory in my heart. My condolences to Val and Bob's family. May he R.I.P.

Julie Smith-Blair

December 2, 2014

Bob was my manager for about 10 years at La Riveria Lucky Stores. I always had so much respect for him. He was a kind and extremely patient manager as we had many differences but that never stopped us from being close. The last few years at Lucky's were the best. We laughed all the time, oh the stories I could tell. Bob and I became more than boss and employee, he had become a father figure and would talk to me about my life and my daughters. I've recently moved up the mountain and prayed to run into him and Val at a local store. I never had the pleasure unfortunately. Love to his family and especially Val through this difficult time. Bob was truly a wonderful man and will be missed dearly. RIP Mr. Levi

Mike Nichols

December 2, 2014

Bob was a good man and even better person.I will be forever grateful for all he did for me.I was blessed to have bob in my life.My condolences to Val and bob's family.

Deborah Grinder

December 1, 2014

I worked with Bob at Lucky's and I used to call him for advice when I became a store director. He always took the time to help. We enjoyed many store director meetings and laughing. My deepest sympathy to Val and the family. He was always a good guy.

John Brown

December 1, 2014

Bob was my favorite manager of all in 30 years of work. He was kind, understanding, and funnier that hell.I was always glad to see him coming over to produce to rattle my cage. store 320 Lucky.

Steven Bazil

December 1, 2014

I never had the chance to work when he was with Lucky. But had talked to him after he retired. He seemed like a nice guy! Our thoughts and prayers go out to Val and the Carney family

Tom Bruun

December 1, 2014

I had the pleasure of knowing Bob and working with him for many years in the Lucky world. He was always a gentlemen and easy to work with. He was a good person . My condolences go out to Val and Bob's family.

Mike Hay & Family

November 30, 2014

Bob was a great friend for many decades to me and my family. I used to talk to Bob on the phone every single day when we were Store Directors for Lucky / Albertsons. Bob would share his wisdom to a young grasshopper, and I my crazy enthusiasm for what we did. I used to enjoy going to meetings with Bob, but somehow always ended up in the back seat of a little BMW...Those are great memories!
Our deepest sympathy and hugs from our family to Val and the Carney family. Bob will be missed by many many folks. Know that he had impact, and a positive influence on many people's lives.

Archie Strange

November 30, 2014

My condolences to the family. I worked with Bob at Lucky many years ago. A good man to have around. Peace.

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