Robert "Robb" Spellman

Barbara and I still think of him and miss his sunny sweet personality.

Dear Molly, Elizabeth and I were so very sad to learn of your loss. Elizabeth always remembered you taking her to Robb's gallery when you babysat for us and for years every time we passed it she would point out that it was Robb's shop. Please accept our most sincere condolences on your loss. I too lost a sibling as a young adult. May God's peace be with you.

Robb was a strong supporter of The Salvation Army mission during my short stay in Des Moines and remembered with fond memories for his participation is service to those less fortunate than ourselves. His contribution will be missed.

A few years ago, my husband and I visited the Timber Ridge book fair during conference week. Our granddaughter, however, had a different focus. She wanted us to meet her art teacher! It was obvious immediately that Mr Spellman not only knew our granddaughter ( one student among hundreds), but he conversed about her projects, all the while smiling and being very gracious to us. Our granddaughter told us later that she would like to become an artist and maybe teach someday. * There's no doubt...

My heart just sank when I read about your beloved son's passing. We have met before but I'm writing because Robb graduated with my son from Dowling in 2000. From one parent to another I just want to express my sadness and sympathy to the Spellman family fot their great loss. May God be with Robb and all of you!

Oh beautiful soul you left us all with so many meaningful moments and memories and it plagues my heart that conversations about art and teaching and travel will cease. You will go on in all of us and the work we do. Thank you for inspiring the lives of so many. May you find peace.

I am so sorry for your loss.

Dear Kassie, Pat and Family,

I am so very sorry for the loss of your son and brother. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Carmie Tursi Hobbins

I the honor and privilege of working with Robb on a project for the Johnston schools. From the moment I met Robb, I was warmed by his smile and welcoming personality. The Lord took a good one from us. My sincere sympathies go out to your entire family. May God bless you during your time of grief.