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Robert Carl "Rob" Baffa Jr.

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Robert Baffa Obituary

Published by Star Tribune from Jan. 3 to Jan. 4, 2002.

Robert ``Rob'' Carl Baffa Jr., age 25, of Maple Grove, MN. Preceded in death by grandparents, John G. & Angeline (Kastanos) Phillips of Mpls and Victor Baffa, Jr. of Chicago; uncles, George J. Phillips and Ronald Baffa; also by loving and loyal canine, Fraulein ``Helisa'' Von Trapp Baffa. Loving and loved son of Anna & Bob Baffa; also survived by sister, Rosanna Baffa; grandmother, Rose (Vignocchi) Baffa; godparents, Phil & Ethel Gjerde of Atlanta, GA; uncles, Donald (Myrna) and Richard (Gail) Baffa and Theodore J. (Mary) Phillips; aunts, Pauline (Becka) Phillips-Spande (Randall) and Maria Phillips; cousins, Brenda (Duane) Cassoday, Timothy J. Baffa, Jeffrey Baffa, Timothy M. Baffa, Cheryl Baffa of Chicago area, Alexander (Brenda) and Pericles (Julie) Dascalos, Stephen (Stella) Phillips, Bethany (Michael) Alicante, Katharine (David) Mensen and John Phillips; six 2nd cousins; several great-uncles and aunts in the Chicago & Mpls areas; and 3 god sisters of Atlanta, GA. It is with a very heavy heart we say goodbye to our son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend. Remember to always embrace your loved one(s) for they may never return. Rob is safe in the arms of our Lord, Jesus Christ. Visitation Friday, 4-8 pm, with Trisagion Service at 7 pm at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 1111 Summit Ave, St Paul. Funeral service Saturday, 11 am, St. Mary's Greek Orthodox Church, 3450 Irving Ave S, Mpls. Visitation one hour prior to service at church. Interment Lakewood Cemetery. Donations to the family to be distributed to St. George and St. Mary's Greek Orthodox Churches' Bldg Funds. Washburn-McReavy 612-377-2203
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.

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March 9, 2003

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January 8, 2002

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January 8, 2002

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mandi schultz

March 9, 2003

Hey my wonderful baffa family,

just wanting you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all now and forever. Robbie will always be in my dreams all of the pool memories and the movie days in the basement.. i think of you all the time and i am always a round if you need anything at all...

love you forever and always,

mandi....

Patrick Smith

January 8, 2002

To the Baffa Family,

With deep sorrow, I send my condolences. I was deeply sadened once I heard the news. Robbie was a true friend and I will never forget him or his smile. My thoughts and prayers are with Robbie and the whole Baffa family.

Patrick Smith/ Robbie's classmate at St. Vincent DePaul School.

Robert Smith

January 8, 2002

Baffa family,

My thoughts and sympathy are with you. I will always remember Robbie as a good kid with many friends at St. Vincent de Paul School. God Bless you.

Robert Smith

/Robbie's gym teacher and coach

Doris Arnold

January 8, 2002

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. The grief to bury our children is beyond all words. The tragedy of how it came about, brings a heavier heart. God hold and comfort your family.

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Angie Grund

January 7, 2002

Baffa Family - I was so sorry to hear about Robbie. I can't imagine what you are all going thru right now but just know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I was able to get to know Robbie at church camp. He was a wonderful person and will be missed by all. Be strong during this time, and remember he is in a better place.

George & Kathy Gialourakos Pappas

January 7, 2002

Dear Bob, Anna and Rosanna,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. "Zoe se sas".

Laura Prokopiuk

January 7, 2002

(St. Vincents de Paul School,'83-90)

The Baffa Family,

My heart goes out to you. Rob will be remembered for all the good he brought into this world and the lives he touched. He has found peace, my thoughts and prayers go out o you. I will always remember him as a great guy.

Love to you all -

Laura Prokopiuk

Alicia Chrz

January 7, 2002

Dear Bob, Anna and Rosanna -

I am incredibly sorry to hear about the loss of your son. I have fond memories of him while we attended St. Vincent de Paul. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. My heart goes out to you in this time of need and healing.

With deepest sympathy,

Alicia R. Chrz

Elena Atkins

January 6, 2002

Dear Bob,Anna and Rosanna,

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May his memory be eternal.

All our love and sorrow.

Ernie and Elena Atkins and family

Stephanie Speliopoulos

January 5, 2002

There are no words

there are only tears.

There are no answers

there are only prayers.

There is no earthly solace

there is only God.

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

May his memory be eternal.

With love and sorrow,

Stephanie

Amy greshwalk

January 4, 2002

Dear Rosanna, Anna, and Bob,

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you.

Amy

(From St. Vincents, Osseo)

mary o.

January 4, 2002

Your family and your son will be in my prayers.

A child of mine

I will lend you, for a little time,

A child of mine, he said.

for you to love the while he lives,

And mourn for when he's dead.

It may be six or seven years,

or twenty-two or three.

But will you, till I call him back,

take care of him for me?

He'll bring his charms to gladden you,and should his stay be brief,

You'll have his lovely memories,

as solace for your grief.

I cannot promise he will stay,

since all from earth return.

But there are lessons taught down there,I want this child to learn.

I've looked the wide world over,

In search for teachers true.

And from the throngs that crowd life's lanes, I have selected you.

Now will you give him all your love,

Nor think the labor vain.

Nor hate me when I come

to take him home again?

I fancied that I heard them say,

DEAR LORD THY WILL BE DONE!

for all the joys thy child shall bring,the risk of grief we'll run.

we'll shelter him with tenderness,

we'll love him while we may.

And for the happiness we've known,

forever grateful stay.

But should the ANGELS call for him,

much sooner than we've planned.

We'll brave the bitter grief that comes,and try to understand.

GOD BLESS YOU.

Richard Vignocchi

January 4, 2002

Dear Robert, Anna & Roseanna,

It is with disbelief and shock that I am writing to you today. I am sure that whatever words I have to say will be insufficient to repair the loss that you have experienced.

Although I did not have the priviledge to know Robbie very well, I do know that he has two wonderful parents and a sister that loved him very much and would do anything for him.. I do not know how one gets through the pain that you must have at this time, but if prayers from those that love you are able to comfort you in some small way, please know that your many relatives in the Chicago area are with you in spirit and prayer.

I will pray for Robbie that he is at peace and also pray that justice will be served quickly.

Richard

Leslie Gnetz

January 3, 2002

Dear Bob, Ana, Rosanna, and Family,

I am deeply saddend to hear of the untimely passing of Rob. He was always such a nice person. We were campers together for many years, and I will always remember him as a peaceful person. May his memory be eternal.

Your family is in my prayers.

Sincerely,

Leslie Gnetz

Duane and Paula Palmer-Anderson

January 3, 2002

Dearest Bob and Anna,

Your hearts are held in our prayers for comfort and strength. Rob now rests in all the love you bestowed him his short life, and in our Holy Father's almighty love for him.

Our thoughts are with you.

Love, Duane and Paula

Lisa Paraschou

January 3, 2002

Dear Bob, Anna, and Rosanna,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this most difficult time.

Thinking of you all,

Lisa

Elena & Sean Gabor

January 3, 2002

We were so saddened to hear about Robby. It doesn't seem that long ago when he was a camper enjoying all camp had to offer. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. May his memory be eternal. Elena & Sean Gabor

Annette Legeros

January 3, 2002

Bob and Anna,

I wanted to send you my deepest sympothies regarding the loss of your son. Robbie was a special kid. Even though I haven't seen him in awhile, I know how much he ment to both of you. This loss is such a treible tragedy and my hearts go out to both of you. As stated in the obituary, 'he is in the hands of the Lord'. Also, may justice prevail in this case, and quickly, so your healing does not suffer an unecessary delay. Love in Christ, Annette

Barb Livingston

January 3, 2002

I can't pretend to know the pain you are feeling but my heart pours out to you all my prayers for God's blessings and comforts to all of your family. Please know that we care deeply about you and trust in God's love.

"Hosterman Barb"

Dana Anderson

January 3, 2002

Bob and Anna:

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I am thinking of you and wishing I could help you with this painful loss. See you soon!

Love,

Dana

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