Robert L. "Bob" DeViney Jr.

This morning I received an ad for Ancestry that also informed me my old childhood neighbor Bob DeViney had passed away in 2011. I would like to say that living nextdoor to Bob, Zip, Michael, Miss Susan and Mr DeViney from 1958-1962 was like living in a joyful sitcom. My sister, Toni and I were 2 young girls with a strict Mom and no dad(deceased when we were small). Our teenaged neighbors Bob & Zip were always destined for greatness in entrepreneurialship & politics. Michael was too young to...

Bob has been a good friend for 30 years, yet we haven't seen one another for quite a while. But he was one of the most vibrant, bigger than life people I ever knew. He was a great Republican, and some of my favorite politcal memories were of his, and later my crawfish boils. he was a master PR man, and just an all around good guy. My prayers go out for Bob and all of his family. We'll miss you, Bob DeViney.

Back in the late 70s, I interviewed Bob many times when I was a reporter - a wonderful man, public servant, even friend. I lost touch after moving to Pittsburgh, PA but when my dad died in 2007, Bob found me on the internet and hand wrote the most beautiful letter, plus he reminded me he was born nearby in Oil City, Pennsylvania. I still have that letter. RIP, friend.

In memory of Mr. Bob. A great person who I had the privelige to know. My deepest sympathy.

High School days are in the past,
Our childhood bliss is gone.
Future blessings did unfold,
As time passed on.

Each one that came your way,
brought joy, success and love,
Bestowed by the greatest teacher,
Our Heavenly Father above.

You and your family are in our prayers.

Priscilla Roniger Reese

Annie and Children, just wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all today. Bob was a great guy and will be missed so much by family and friends. God Bless You! Janice Day Nungesser

I want to express my deepest condolences to Bob's family for their loss. Bob was truly an inspirational leader; there was never an issue to which he did not see a solution. A "mover and shaker," Bob's enthusiasm as a public servant was undeniable, especially his love of Lafreniere Park. A true difference maker, he was instrumental in securing state funds used to build the pavilion that has become the symbol of the park today. While still on the Parish Council, he joined the Foundation...

Please accept our heartfelt sympathy for Bob's loss. He was a very special person and will be sorely missed by all that were lucky enough to have known him. Argus will not be the same without him, but we know he will be smiling down on the parade March 8th!! Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Sincerely,