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Robert D. Drey

1937 - 2018

Robert D. Drey obituary, 1937-2018, Allentown, PA

BORN

1937

DIED

2018

Robert Drey Obituary

Robert Drey, known to his family and friends as "Bobby", passed away on April 28, 2018 at age 81. Robert Drey was born on January 19, 1937 to Robert and Helen Drey. He was particularly affected by his mother's unconditional love and generosity. As a husband, father, grandfather, and friend, he strove to extend the same kindness and hospitality to all. His memory is built into the very foundation of four family homes in Treichlers, Pennsylvania, where his wife, children, and grandchildren currently reside. Their homes, along with many other residences in the area, stand today as a result of his business, Robert Drey Contractor and Builder. He is survived by his wife of 60 years Joan Drey, his five children, son Robert, and wife Kris Drey, daughter Kimberly Drey, son Mark Drey, daughter Cheryl, and husband Robert Eichelberger, son Eric, and wife Lauri Drey, 13 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild. Robert will be sadly missed by his grandchildren: Janelle Drey, Justin Drey, Amberly Drey, Derrick Drey, Alexia Drey, Sierra Drey, Kagen Balco, Jaden Makovsky, Kyla Makovsky, Wyatt Eichelberger, I'Leah Eichelberger, Jaried Drey, Logan Drey, and his great grandchild Cody Drey Hodges. May Robert be forever remembered for his locally iconic yard sculptures, and his love of cards, fishing, and golfing. A celebration of Robert's life will be held at 4 pm on Monday May 21st at St. Paul's United Church of Christ at 787 Almond Rd. Walnutport Pa.18088

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Published by Morning Call on May 5, 2018.

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Denise and John Cali

May 21, 2018

Dear sweet Bob Drey. We miss you and you are in our hearts forever. Do sorry we didn't get to play our last card game. Much love Denise and John Cali.

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Eric Drey

May 16, 2018

Father,
Thank you for a lifetime of memories!
It's been an honor being your youngest son!
I am looking forward to when we meet again with hopes we can start our next adventure together. Everyday from now until then will be a Testament of what a True Gift you were from Our Creator. God bless you for teaching me what "FREEDOM" really means! Love You Always! Rick Drey

Mark Drey

May 14, 2018

I love you, Dad, sorry you had to leave so soon. You have and always will be "MY HERO" and a "GREAT FATHER". I miss you already. I will say Good bye for now and hopefully I will see when I have to make the journey that you just took. I will try to be as good of a man to everyone!! as you have been. I LOVE YOU !! Mark

May 7, 2018

Dad, Its hard to put into words how much I miss you. Thank You for everything you have done for me during my life.Its been my honor to have you as a father.I have the last message you left on my phone when I did not answer. I will have that message the rest of my life.Tell Grammy I said Hi.

I LOVE YOU / Bobby JR

Beverly and Wilson Putt

May 6, 2018

To the family:
So sorry for your loss. We will miss his presence at St. Paul's. He was always smiling and pleasant.
We are sure he will be missed by family and friends.
Our deepest sympathy.

Lana Nalichowski

May 6, 2018

Dear Alexia, Sierra and family,
My condolences on your loss. I think of you often.
Miss Lana (your preschool teacher)

Tricia Ihm

May 6, 2018

joan...so sorry to hear of your loss, cousin Gus told me.
Thinking of you.

Your cousin. Tricia (patsy)

May 5, 2018

Cheryl,Bob,Mrs.Drey and Drey Family-
We would like to extend our sincere sympathy to all of you. Our hearts are breaking with you for you for what you are going through with Mr.Drey's sudden,tragic passing.
Cheryl,I remember your Mom and Dad from our days when we hung out and worked together with visits at your parents home. They were always very welcoming and I recall your Father being a genuinely kind,humorous and an interesting gentleman.
Please know your Dad is watching over all of you as your guardian angel and will always by your side and in your heart. May all your very special memories of a life well lived aid in giving all of you comfort and peace.
Cheryl,if I can do anything for you and your family,or if you just want someone to talk to,please reach out to me.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Val Grabarits Ervin
Todd Ervin
Barbara Grabarits

Sallie Weaver

May 5, 2018

I only knew Bob for a short time worshipping together at church. I will miss his pleasant attitude and his smiling face. My condolences to his family, but especially to Kim, Alexia and Sierra, who I will always see in my mind sitting in the same pew with Bob. May the knowledge that we will see him again in Heaven be of comfort to each of you.

Wayne Smitreski

May 5, 2018

Sorry for your loss Kim.

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