Robert O'Leary Obituary
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Robby Somerville
September 12, 2023
Kristin, I am so sorry to hear of your father. I lost mine recently and there will alway be a void in our lives. Please reach out to me and allow me to console you in person . Is you would like to get together over coffe, please send me a message or email. I can´t put my personal Info up until we talk, but I´m a Phoenix firefighter and can be reached at 602-525-6887. Again, sorry for your loss.
MaryEllen Coombs
August 23, 2006
To the O'Leary Family:
You don't know me and Joan, you would have to have a fantastic memory to remember! I worked at IHA in the 80's and when I started, Bob was the President. I didn't know him well, but I remember him well. Something he said got a laugh from a co-worker and I when we were having a hallway conversation. As he passsed by he smiled and said, "Productivity is suffering!" He chortled a little himself as he went on his way. -- I was so sorry to hear of his passing and juust wanted to tell you so. God bless all of you at this difficult time.
MaryEllen (Roeder) Coombs
Diana,Jerry, Leslee & Taryn Hon
August 23, 2006
Dear Joan, Shannon and Girls,
We were so sorry to hear of Rob's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
I always think of your family and our fun times together in California.
Diana, Jerry, Leslee & Taryn Hon
Sheila Freitas Couto
August 23, 2006
The committee of the Class of 1961 New Bedford High School sends its deepest sympathy to the O'Leary family. Bob was a well liked memeber of our class and we will miss him very much.
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Carrie Hayes
August 23, 2006
O'Leary Family,
Please know that our thoughts, our prayers and our love surround you.
I know what an amazing man Rob was not by working with him or even having the honor of meeting him in person but from sharing his life through his children. I feel blessed to have shared in his strength and faith throughout his illness. Kelly, your courage and deep faith has been an inspiration to all of us who have the experience of losing a father ahead of us. We love you! Carrie, Rob, Robbie, Ben and Molly
Lolly and Bryan Odorisio
August 19, 2006
Joanie and Shannon...Our whole family sends healing thoughts and prayers to your entire family...we always so enjoyed Rob's never ending energy and happiness and how comfortable he made people feel...we wish you peace and love, The O'Dorisio Family... Bryan, Lolly, Amy, Mike and Megan
Gary and Carla Hegenbart and family
August 18, 2006
Joan and girls, as well as Richie: I truly am sorry about the tremendous loss you must be feeling. Though you know he was and still is a strong man of faith (we often talked about prayer for one another and the importance of God in our lives), I know he will be missed a lot. I like to view transitions like this as "promotions" to Heaven where you will all be reunited.
Rob was--and I like to think still is with a special Heavenly assignment--a remarkable leader and I count it a privilege to have worked with/for him at Valeant as VP HR. But most importantly, he was a man who loved his family and we often talked about his 5 precious ladies and my 4 precious ladies!! You and your families were the world to him and he is extremely proud.
Richie, I know how close you were to Rob and I also want to tell you how sorry I am.
Please know that our family is praying for your family.
Fondly,
Marisol Macias
August 18, 2006
Joany and Shannon:
It was great seeing you, I hope you the best and remember that you and your husband and dad will always have a very special place in my heart. I love you guys.
John and Cathy Cooper
August 18, 2006
Dear Joanie and Family,
Rob has always been a leader of leaders. His integrity is the example to be followed. We have very much enjoyed getting to know all of you. Your grace under tremendous pressure both professionally and personally is admired by all. We will all miss Rob's stories and laughter, friendship, companionship, and love. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Fondly,
Jo Haskell
August 18, 2006
Dear Kelly and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Kelly, I know what your Dad meant to you and know how deeply you will miss him. Please know that you and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you the strength and peace to get through this diffucult time.
All our love,
Jo, James , Julia, Jenna and Jack Haskell
Kay and Jim Manley
August 17, 2006
O'Leary Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May all your loving memories help ease the pain of your great loss.
Bob Navarro, PsyD
August 17, 2006
I knew Mr.O'Leary in the early 80' when he was at St. Joseph Health System. He always greeted me with my first name and a warm smile...like I was the most important person he would see that day! When my daughter Leora was born, he and his wife sent a beautiful baby blanket to our new daughter. While I did not have much interaction with Bob, the impression he left on me was lifelong. God bless him and his family.
Kate Kinawe
August 17, 2006
I knew Bob O'Leary back in the 70's and early 80's, when he was with the Illinois Hospital Association and my father, Harry Kinser, was outside counselto the IHA. Bob was a man of tremendous energy, inner direction and good humor. He really took the IHA, and hospital administration in general, to a new level. I am sure he will be greatly missed by family and close friends. He was a strong presence wherever he was. God bless and comfort you all.
Susan and Pat Skinner
August 16, 2006
Shannon and Family-
Pat and I were sad to learn of the death of your father. We send you and your family our warm thoughts and prayers and have asked Ryan to give you a hug from us.
Stephen Brown
August 16, 2006
Robert O'Leary was a man of great energy and personal integrity. During my time working with Rob he provided excellent leadership and he created a high energy, fun place to work. He truly enjoyed seeing others succeed and that is a rare and wonderful quality.
Ken and Mary Bursic
August 16, 2006
We were stunned to learn of Rob's passing. Joannie,we know you are strong and with Shannon at your side plus all of your wonderful family,the support will always be there. Mary and I hopefully will be at the Friday Mass. Love you
Dave & Erin Archer
August 16, 2006
Joan, Kristin, Kelly, Kerin, and Shannon,
You have our deepest sypathy. Rob had a tremendous impact on AMI and all of its hospitals, employees, physicians, and patients. The world has lost a wonderful leader and man of good will.
Gwen Zappala(Bonnell)
August 16, 2006
My deepest condolences to Kristin, Kelly, Kerin, Shannon, Joan, and all that knew this remarkable man.
Mr. O'Leary, you were an amazing man who had so much strength & courage and will surely be missed by many. I am glad to have met you on your daughter Kristin's beautiful wedding day. She is a dear friend of mine who I know loved you dearly. God Bless you.
Tom & Pat Janata
August 16, 2006
Bob was such a wonderful person. He will be missed. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
We will keep you in our prayers.
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