Robert-Staples, Jr.-Obituary

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Robert D. Staples, Jr.

Jun 25, 1946 - Jan 28, 2026

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I enjoyed working with Bob, fishing trips to Canada, a great guy to know, too many stories to tell, Bob will be surely missed. Hayden Sutton

Jeanne and entire Family. Bob and Tommy were our best of friends growing up. We remember his contributions in the Clarks Green Methodist Church, Boy Scouts, where his father was Scout Master, and all of the sports at Clarks Summit Abington. All those memories rushed back hearing of his passing. He has been truly a best friend. Unfortunately he and Jeanne were both missed at the CSA Class 60th Reunion. His passing leaves not only for his family but for all of his friends a loss. God...

Dear Jeanne and family -

A lifetime of memories have come back to mind since I received the sad news that Bob had passed away.
The first story about my cousin Bob goes way back - it is legendary that Bob and I were the first 2 of the 19 Doud grandchildren. While we were both born in Scranton in June 1946, Bob stayed there all his life and we moved west. For many years, Grandma Doud wrote letters telling me stories about the cousins I barely knew.

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Very sorry for your loss, Bob was a great man. I will always remember his smile.
Prayers for your family.

Our prayers and condolences to the family of Robert,may he rest in peace.


A great boyhood friend, school classmate and boy scout! A kind and gentle soul who always authentic, always present, and kind to everything - including me! A gift to all of us who knew Bob. With greatest sympathies to his spouse and extended family.

I have many fond memories of visiting with my parents (Frank and Pam.). Mr. Staples was always smiling, and when I was young, I was amazed at his skill working on his house. I know my dad treasured their friendship, and I enjoyed seeing my parents laughing with such kind and welcoming friends. I’m so sorry for your loss.

I am so sorry Jeanie and family. I have alot of wonderful memories of the times we spent together! Please take care! You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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Robert's Obituary

Robert D. Staples, Jr., 79, of Clarks Summit, died on Wednesday afternoon at Geisinger Community Medical Center, Scranton, after a brief illness. His wife of 57 years is the former Jeanne Kolasinski. Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Robert D. Staples, Sr. and the late Esther Doud...

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