Robert Louis Birch

Robert Louis Birch, 80, was born Aug. 9, 1925 and died Tuesday, July 26, 2005. Beloved father to Mary Grace and John, David, Joe, Eve and Daisy Birch; grandfather to seven wonderful kids; great-grandfather and devoted husband to Grace Birch, has flown free of this crazy, wonderful world. Also known as St. Nick or Grandalf, he was a friend to all peoples, a linguist, mnemonist, writer, inventor of holidays and grand punscorpion, a man of wisdom, humor and deep compassion. He passed with family surrounding him, at home, at peace. He joins many in that heavenly host, including his children Rosey and Paul, his parents, sibs, friends and so many of the historical figures he studied and taught about, including his beloved Jesus and the Blessed Mother Mary. He donated his body to science. A mass celebrating his life has been scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 10, at 4 p.m. at Goodwin House East in Alexandria. Memorial contributions can be made to your local hospice – or take a stranger out to eat.