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Robert John "Bob" Colvin

Syracuse, New York

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Robert John Colvin, 99, passed peacefully at home with his family at his side. Born in Kansas City, MO ,Bob lived much of his young life in southern Florida and Chicago and graduated from Northwestern University. He and Ruth Johnson were married in Chicago in 1940 and have had 73 wonderful years...

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Dear Ruth,
I just found this obituary. I am Pat Downing, daughter of Norman and Nellie Colvin. I tried to reach you when My Mom died, May 2, 2010. We have thought of you often over the years. I lived in Syracuse and you came to speak to my church ladies in about 1963. I was at the Bush Museum last year and there is a display of the Freedom awards and you are right there.
You,Bob and your children had a very special life. Love, Pat Colvin Downing, 405-843-6996 3709 N.W. 67th St....

Ruth, you and Bob were a model and an inspiration to us all. He was very special, you continue to be very special in continuing the life journey you and he traveled together for many years. I love you. Wally Amos

Dear Ruth,

I just heard of Bob's passing. We were out of town at the time. It's hard to imagine seeing you without Bob by your side. He was a wonderful person. He certainly lived a long, full life. I will keep you, Terry and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Dear Ruth,
I am sorry to hear of Bob's passing; you have been together a very long time. You have lots of memories to cherish. I shall remember you both in my prayers.

Dear Ruth,
My heartfelt sympathy for your loss.
Minna Buck

Dear Ruth,
I've long held you both as inspirations. Now you are in my prayers.
Diane La Voy

Dear Ruth - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I always think of Bob as "the wind beneath your wings" -- together you changed lives, including mine. Many of us found not just a career but a calling through Literacy Volunteers and will be always grateful to you both.

Dear Ruth,

So sorry to hear about Bob's passing. You and your family are in my prayers.

Dear Ruth, Lindy, Terry and family, You all have our deepest sympathy at this time. He will live on through all the kind examples he showed us through his life. I have such fond memories of his story telling and great sense of humor. Our love and prayers,