Robert V. "Bobby" Leighton

Worked with/for Bob on many projects. He will be missed

I have many fond memories of working with Bob at the City of St. Petersburg. Our adjacent offices allowed for many laughs and frequent communication. Quite recently he told me how much joy his grandsons brought into his life.
May he rest in peace.
Anita Treiser

My condolences to the Leighton family. I worked with Bobby when I was Box Office Manager for the Bayfront Center/Mahaffey Center.

Rest my friend.

My sincerest condolences to the Leighton Family in the loss of your loved one, Robert, and pray you find comfort in Psalms 91:2.

I worked with Bob in my capacity as President is the Sports Foundation in St. Petersburg and the Final Four Basketball Tournament.

Bob was always responsive, a pleasure to deal with, and had a great sense of humor. He will be missed.

Rest In Peace my friend.

Bob'The Suit'Leighton was a dear friend. We enjoyed many great times and laughs leading up to and experiencing the '99 Final Four as well as the early Devil Rays days. A great friend to many. RIP Suit. Thanks for numerous great memories.

I was sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I returned to St.Petersburg in May of 1987 to become the City's first Downtown Redevelopment Administrator. Several months later Bob joined our team as the City's first Downtown Facilities Director. During Bob's tenure with the City he oversaw the management of the Pier, the Bayfront Center and the City's new 45,000 seat MLB stadium that eventually became known as Tropicana Stadium. Bob was a critical part of our team and in addition to his normal...

I worked with Bob for a few months about 10 years ago. The job was crappy, but it was so much fun to work with him. I was surprised and saddened to see he has passed away; he was a terrific guy. Please accept my condolences.