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He was preceded in death by his wife, Nora E. Affolter Robb; his mother, Edna L. Koppler Robb; his father, Harry C. Robb; a brother, James Robb; and his two sisters, Vera and Ruth.
He is survived by his brother George C. Robb, who resides in Nebraska; a daughter, Carol Robb Dawson of New Philadelphia; a son, Jon C. Robb of New Philadelphia; and another son, Marc A. Robb (Carol) of Dover, O.; two grandsons, Michael D. Dawson and Christopher (Denise) Dawson; and three great-grandchildren, Katie, Ashley and Caycee Dawson, all of New Philadelphia.
Harry graduated from New Philadelphia High in 1937. While in school he worked at the business his parents established, the Dutch Oven Restaurant at New Philadelphia. After graduating high school, he attended college at Miami University of Ohio until joining the U.S. Air Force as a fighter pilot, prior to the bombing of Pearl Harbor.
A son of liberty, he promoted it his entire life.
There are no calling hours. The family will gather privately.
Contributions may be made in Harry's name to the Tuscarawas County Library.
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Memories and Condolences
for Harry Robb
Carlos Berron
September 4, 2009
My deep condolences to all Harry's family. After I arrived to Dover from Spain in 2000 I found in Harry one of my first and good friends. We shared many hours playing chess and even some tennis games! His stories were always fun to listen to and I will always have good memories of the time spent with him.
God bless,
Melanie Miller (Rilke)
August 25, 2009
My brother and I delivered the newspaper to Harry for many years. Whenever we would go collecting, we undoubtedly would end up being at Harry's house for at least a half an hour. His range of knowledge and personal stories he had to tell no doubt would have kept us there longer if we had had the time. While I didn't know a lot about him or know him much personally, he was one of the few customers that I still thought of from time to time. It made me sad to see that he had passed away. My thoughts are with his family.
Jan Brindel
August 25, 2009
I have many Harry stories, but shall only relate one. When my father died, Harry gave him as good a compliment as he could. "Your Dad, he thought out of the box"
If more people Listened to Harry, instead of hearing Harry, this town would be a better place to live
Cindy Lovett
August 22, 2009
To Carol: I am sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. My sister called and let me know. My thoughts are with you. I know what it is like to lose a father, we are orphans even at our old age. After time, the happy memories replace the sorrow.
Dan Retzler
August 22, 2009
Carol, John, and Marc, there are words, only words. Harry was a great best friend. We could and did talk about anything and everything over the years. Yes, he promoted Liberty always, and convinced me to believe in it early on in my life, despite heated emotional conversations and my once very differing thoughts. I can't over-state his influence on my thinking. And he appreciated SO much from our world. He'd whip books off the shelf and read aloud from countless thousands of passages he'd marked. For me, not being a bookworm but rather a more verbal learner, he was a "best of" treasure trove. He was the best teacher (if unofficial) I ever had. He was like a gleeful kid as he'd enlighten and re-discover for himself. I truly loved the conversations. From Poe's Raven to Henry Hazlitt's "Economics in One Lesson," he purely worshiped beautiful writing and great thinking.
Harry was a character indeed, who was forever offering his idea of helpful tips to strangers. While not always received well, countless times I witnessed his ability to make instant friends who sung his praises on the spot. I've never known anyone quite like this.
He was very proud of his "elite" fighter pilot status in the Army Air Force (Corp?), but from a satchel containing his war records and some college writings, he once showed me a poem he'd written concerning sex entitled "The Urge To Merge," which has remained lost ever since, but which I thought was such a brilliant piece of work (had me smiling and laughing), it ought to be shared with everyone.
Sadly, I'm sad I didn't speak with him more often in recent years. Last spring he talked of a trip he took to D.C. last year (?) to see the WW2 memorial. He said a couple from the Columbus area(strangers?), associated with some organization (?), called and took him, gratis. Amazing what people will do for each other. Ahhh, well, just rambling. Freedom Works!
Dan Retzler
August 21, 2009
Carol, I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. May God comfort your family at this sad time.
Judy Johnson
Katherine Long (Retzler)
August 21, 2009
I wish I would have known Harry better. I do know my mother, Kristine Carpenter (Retzler), loved him very much and I am sure they are having one interesting conversation at the moment. I will always remember Harry playing tennis at the park and how my grandmother wanted him to teach me to play, but I wanted nothing to do with it. He will be greatly missed!
Skip Gustin
August 20, 2009
Jon and Marc,my dad would like to express is smpathy in the passing of your father, he enjoyed his friendship, and felt he should have been the manager of Rigid Tool.
Thomas Z Gustin ,Palm Coast,Fl
Skip Gustin , Largo Fl
Cheryl Angeloni
August 20, 2009
Carol,
I'm sorry to hear of your Dad's passing.
valerie cookson
August 20, 2009
Jon and Marc, You are in my thoughs and prayers. Your dad was one of a kind,and someone special to the area. I hope to see you both again soon.
Valerie Cookson
skip gustin
August 20, 2009
Jon and Marc, You have my deepest sympathy,he was my favorite character of New Philadelphia. I would like a Harry Robb for sheriff sign, I always wanted one, and he had my vote.
your friend,
Skip Gustin
KEITH
August 20, 2009
SORRY CAROL--
William A. Baumgardner Sr.
August 20, 2009
I have the utmost respect for Harry for always fighting for his & our rights! I also thank him for serving our country as he did. He will receive his blessings when the time comes for him to do so. May the Lord watch over his family & comfort them.
August 20, 2009
Jon and family:
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Our family will never forget the effort your father made to bring you to my brother's funeral. Your presence was a source of light in an otherwise dismal day.
God bless,
Jim and Mary Elco
August 20, 2009
Dearest Carol, Chris, Denise, Katie, Ashley and Caycee,
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. God be with you and give you His comfort and peace.
Love and Blessings-
Debbie and John Barr
August 20, 2009
carol robb dawson you have my deepest sympathy. i always wondered where you got your beautiful features;now i know. take care and once again my condolences. bob wolf sr.
Eric & Rhea Hay
August 20, 2009
Carol, Sorry to hear of your dads passing.
Brad Bowers
August 20, 2009
Carol, Jon and Marc, I am very sorry to hear of your Father's passing. I have very happy memories of him all the way back to the '60's when he and your Mother would come to my parents home for bridge, parties and just the casual get together. I always wanted to be older so I could be included in their always lively discussions. I knew your Dad as a good hearted, good natured, energetic, principled, passionate, man who was always ready for a debate, but who never let a difference of opinion get in the way of friendship.
Once again, please accept my condolences on your loss. I will always think kindly of him.
Brad Bowers
Vivian Eichel
August 20, 2009
Marc and Family, You have my deepest sympathy during this difficult time.
Harry used to come into the genealogical library. He wanted to find things about his grandfather, Isaac Robb, who fought and died during the Civil War. We were able to find some letters that Isaac wrote to the newspaper. Harry was such a character and I liked him very much.
I remember the story that Marc told about Harry when Nora died. That explains to me why there is no funeral home involved or at least listed. I can imagine that this is the way Harry wanted it and I know, that even though this is a very sad event, I have to smile at remembering the character that Harry was!
Peace to his ashes!
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