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Robert James "Bob" Healey

Robert James "Bob" Healey obituary

Robert Healey Obituary

HEALEY - Robert "Bob" James, 86 of Atlanta died July 21, 2010. A veteran of the U.S. Navy and Naval Intelligence, he served in the Pacific Theatre in WW II. Bob played college basketball at Miami of Ohio and the University of Georgia. While at UGA he was team captain and all-SEC. Bob scored so many baskets that he still ranks # 19 in total career points at UGA. He was a member of Sphinx, the highest non-academic honor a UGA student could achieve. After graduating Bob was drafted into the NBA and played one season with the Syracuse Nationals. He worked for 32 yeas for Avon Products as Divisional Sale Manager. Bob was a member of Capital City Country Club and enjoyed golf and playing bridge. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Joan M. Healey, Atlanta; daughter, Terri Healey, Sarasota, FL; brother and sister-in-law Edward and Catherine Healey, Long Island, NY; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Allene and Dick Carteaux and Joyc Corrigan, Athens, GA; and nieces and nephews. A memorial mass will be held Monday July 26 at 2 o'clock at the Cathedral of Christ the King. Memorials may be made to Hospice Atlanta, 1244 Park Vista Dr. Atlanta, GA 30219 of the charity of your choice.

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Published by Newsday on Jul. 25, 2010.

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Wanda Garrett

July 28, 2010

Joan and Terri, I was sad to learn of the death of Mr. Healey. I was a District Manager in the Cherokee Division from 1975 to 2002. He visited the staff meeing in which he did the recognition for my 25th anniversary.
That was in 2000. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you both.
Wanda Garrett, Mullins, SC

Tom Newton

July 28, 2010

Very sad to hear of Bob's passing. As an Avon colleague, Bob is remembered in my mind as a big part of the reason Avon was such a special place.

What leaps to mind as I remember Bob is perhaps expressed best by the phrase "Naturalness... with style." He will be remembered fondly.

July 27, 2010

Joan and Terri, Our thoughts and prayers are certainly with you and all the family. Bob was a great guy and will be missed by all that knew him! I have fond memories of his basketball at UGA as I used to play at halftime with the YMCA. I can still remember him with his "setshots" making a lot of goals. Our love, Tom and Gail Carteaux

July 26, 2010

Dear Joan and Terri - Mike and I just want you to know you are in our hearts and prayers. We will miss seeing Bob's smiling face and his visits to Florida. We are happy that you have each other at this sad time. We love you. XXOO Mike and Dawn

July 25, 2010

Dear Joan and Terri,
The great times we all had in the past with you and Bob will forever be a treasure in our hearts. He was a great guy and always brought fun to all the family get togethers. I know he will be missed very much. Just remember, he is in Heaven with Daddy and they are probably arguing about politics. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Love you,
Bobby and Linda Basham

Denny Brown

July 25, 2010

I am sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Bob was a real man. I had the privilege of serving at the Avon Company with Bob for several years. He was a true leader and his management teams always did well. Joan I know this is a difficult time for you and your family and please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
In Christ,
Denny

July 25, 2010

Bob Healy was part of the generation that put Avon on the map. He was an inspiration to those who followed him and will be remembered fondly by all who had the privilege of working with him. Our condolences to his family and his legion of friends.

Bob and Ann (Stratton) Breen, Wesley Chapel, FL

July 24, 2010

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Bob. We worked with him for many years at Avon and he was a fine man. We have many fond memories of him. May God comfort you at this time of great loss. Donna & Mike Backus

July 24, 2010

Dear Joan and Terri,
I extend my heartfelt sympathy to you in the loss of your loved one. I share your sorrow. May your heart be comforted by the love and concern of friends in this time of sadness.

Fay Jordan Harrison, Athens, GA

July 24, 2010

Certainly sorry to hear of loss.

May God bless all of you.

The Warren Chandler Family

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