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John Capes Obituary
January 12, 1934 - October 28, 2021
North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina - John Robert "Bob" Capes, 87, died October 28, 2021, at his home in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Funeral services will be announced at a later date.
Bob was born January 12, 1934 in Covington, Georgia to John Zack Capes and Tinnie Inez Johnson. He attended and played football at Wofford College. After graduating in 1956, he served in the Army Reserves from 1957 to 1965, obtaining the rank of Captain. During this time, Bob also worked at Southern Bell. He started his real estate career in 1964 with Tom Jenkins Realty, then formed the real estate company Capes – Coleman with John Coleman. Bob then decided to go on his own and started Bob Capes Realty, which was successful for many years. In 1998, Bob formed Bob Capes Property Management with his Broker-in-Charge Jana Dunn Carter. They later formed Bob Capes Real Estate and Property Management, which was retired in 2020.
Bob was an avid Wofford College Terrier fan, rarely missing a home game. He loved to travel, sail, water ski, and snow ski.
He is survived by his wife Lisa Capes, daughters Barbara Capes and Stephanie Capes, stepdaughter Ann Boney, and grandson Zachary Dellinger.
Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel, is assisting the family. Memories may be shared at www.dunbarfunerals.com
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janet padalino
October 25, 2022
Bob Capes was a true Southern Gentleman and not many of them are left on this earth.
Janet and Terry Padalino
November 12, 2021
Prayers that God surround you all during this difficult time. Bob was an ICON and a true Southern Gentleman. Lisa prayers for your memories and time together be sweet and everlasting.
Janice DiMaria
November 6, 2021
My husband Sal and I met Bob when he was selling Yellow Page ads for Southern Bell. The association began a lifelong friendship, with countless funny stories along the way. Bob became a dance student of ours and he and Janet won a trip to Puerto Rico thanks to his bringing in the most new students. He convinced our son to join him after USC graduation - and that began a lifelong career for him. Bob was always in pursuit of new avenues to produce income. Quite a character, he was.
Roger Tandon
November 3, 2021
Bob was a true gentleman and a scholar. I am honored to work for him. I would always tell him "when I grow up I want to be just like you. God bless his soul. May God be with Lisa and the rest of the Capes family.
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Dale Maxwell
November 3, 2021
Love and Sympathy for Lisa and Bobs family. Such accomplishments from his hard work and efforts.
Mary D Staples
November 3, 2021
Love and sympathy to Lisa and all the Family. Bob will be remembered as a kind and wonderful Gentleman by everyone who knew him. May he rest in Peace.
Vince DiMaria
November 1, 2021
Mr. Capes was such a wonderful gentleman. There are countless fond memories of his legacy both as a professional and genuine true friend. What an inspiration to thousands of people throughout his lifelong career in real estate. With a fabulous sense of humor and impeccable stories of success, he touched us all in a way we are each able to never forget.
May his soul rest in eternal peace.
I will miss you and I love you very much, Mr. Capes.
Sincerely,
Vince DiMaria
Lamar Johnson
November 1, 2021
Bless the family. Mr Bob Rest In Peace
Joel Tyson
October 31, 2021
So sorry to hear this, Lisa. Always enjoyed working with Bob over the years. Thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family!
Frank Barron
October 31, 2021
Lisa, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Frank
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