Robert "Bob" Karnes

Although we didn't know Bob very well, we heard lots of good stories from daughter Chrissy and other good friends in Tampa. Please accept our deepest sympathies and we hope your good memories will continue to keep him alive in your hearts.

Bob was the Dad I wished I had, caring and loving and a good friend. Jerry and I looked forward to seeing him and May whenever they came to Tampa; it was always a special time. We will miss talking (arguing) sports and just trading stories. Bob was a man with a giant heart and proved it many times over; the world has lost a wonderful person, but God has gained a pure spirit.

Our thoughts are with your family during this difficult time.

My name is Mike Mavromatis. From the time I was a little boy my father has always owned a retail business and since I was a young boy I have always been a part of that business, either hanging out with my dad, working for him or ultimately taking over the business. Throughout all of those years I have encountered hundreds of thousands of people, as our business turned 60 years old, this year. Prior to my first child being born 24 years ago my life became enriched when I met Bob at our lunch...

To the Karnes Family, We are so sorry for your loss , neighbors on Dexter Falls Rd.

Grandpa Karnes was a good friend to me and always treated me like I was his own grandson. I only knew him for around three and a half years and during that time he made a big impact on my life.
I will miss all of his stories, his love of noodle soup and bung baloney, his sense of humor, his love for life, and all of the other things that made him such a special man.
We'll miss you Grandpa! Thanks for being such a great guy and a good buddy.

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

I am so sorry to hear about him passing...he will be missed a great deal. we loved you both like you were family. hang in there may and if you need anything never hesitate to call us. we love you.

A friend as special, as true, as dear as Bob are rare and hard to find. One of my favorite lines from him was "True friends are those you love in spite of their faults", something he practiced faithfully.
My family and I have many wonderful memories as do all those who loved and treasured his friendship.
The morning sunrise and the evening sunset will always serve to bring gratitude and praise to God for bringing Bob's presence in our lives for so many years.