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1941
DIED
2020
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Robert Kemp Obituary
Bob served as the Chief Custodian at W.T. Chipman Middle School in Harrington. He enjoyed mowing grass, tending to his goat herd, as well as tinkering in the garage with his son.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded by three brothers and four sisters.
Bob is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Betty Dobraski Kemp; son, Robert M. Kemp, Jr. and wife, Crystal; grandson and best buddy, Kyle and his fiancée, Heather; and his adopted family, Sam, Rashu, Tika and Devi Patel.
Due to the gathering restrictions set forth during the pandemic, services will be private.
A Celebration of Life Service will be planned in the future.
The family wishes to extend special thanks to CNA Shawn, Betty Ann Truitt and all the nurses at Delaware Hospice. Memorial contributions can be made in Robert's name to Delaware Hospice Center, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963.
Arrangements in the care of Berry-Short Funeral Home, Felton.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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David Jones
May 6, 2020
Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. Bobby was a caring, compassionate person. He will be missed.
Kathy Stubbs Reirden
May 2, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Bob was such a nice man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
April 30, 2020
Our prayers are with his family. His display of kindness and concerns for others is something that impacted so many people. We were fortunate enough to be a part of that caring both at the workplace and as neighbors. We will truly miss not seeing him on his lawnmower. But what a positive work ethic he helped foster in many people. The Bailey Family
April 29, 2020
Dear Betty and all family,
I worked at Lake Forest, as a secretary, during part of the time Bobby did. He was a very kind, friendly man. Always could make us smile. I know you and your family will miss him very much.
Sincerely, Jo Galentine
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Jeanne Brown
April 29, 2020
Dear Betty and family, I didnt know Robert very well, but I know how sorry I am for you and his family. Separation after such a long life together is so hard. As I know . Betty I pray God will comfort you strengthen you as you carry on. You have always been such a kind caring person and I wish I could hug you and tell you how sorry I am. My thoughts and prayer for all.
M. Raymond & Janice Welch
April 29, 2020
We send comfort to the Kemp family. Bob was a wonderful man and would do and help everyone at W. T. Chipman School in his working days. He always had a smile and we enjoyed his attitude. Janice H. Welch and Raymond Welch
Kathie Sherman
April 28, 2020
My sincere condolences to the Kemp family and friends. Mr, Kemp was a great person to work with at Chipman and when I saw him come to the District Office. Betty and Little Bobby I pray that The good Lord wraps his arms around you and embraces you and comforts your grieving pain. No one ever said it will be easy but I pray that in time the pain will gradually ease as the good man above leads u in the right path of life. Amen. Love to all. Kathie Lord Sherman
Shirley Wooters
April 28, 2020
Betty very sorry for the loss of Bob. You and your family are in my prayers
Mindy Lawson Wieber
April 28, 2020
I'm so sorry for the loss of Mr. Kemp. His kind smile and willingness to help were a big part of why South always felt like a family. Sending hugs and prayers to those that were dear to him.
TJ Brown
April 28, 2020
I'm so sorry for the loss of a great person..I truly enjoyed talking with him, and enjoyed spending time with young Bobby at Lake Forest High school..He was a pleasure to talk with and if you needed anything he would go out of his way to help you..Sad to hear this, and God Bless the family..
Nancy Brooks
April 28, 2020
Love and Prayers to the family! Bobby and Betty were such great neighbors to our parents!
Tangey Rains
April 28, 2020
So sorry for your loss. He was reuly a great human being. He will be missed by many❤ Dale and Tangey Rains and Family
Jody
April 28, 2020
Mr Kemp was a wonderful man! Always a smile and a kind word! Comfort to his family
Annamaria jester
April 28, 2020
Betty Heaven has open it's gates in receiving Bob My extended prayers are with you thru this time and after Annamaria Jester
JW/JKH
April 28, 2020
My deepest sympathy to the Kemp Family for the loss of your loved one, Robert, "Bob", and pray God gives you comfort, peace and strength.
Bev & Gene Turner
April 28, 2020
Dear Betty, We are so sorry to hear of Bob's death. Our prayers are with you. May God comfort you during this time of grief.
Sara
April 28, 2020
I personally did not know Mr. Kemp, but I worked with his son Bobby for years. Sure wish I could personally share my condolences with him, unfortunately with the current situation that is not possible. Bobby, you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Dawn Leighty
April 28, 2020
Mr. Kemp was the kindest person. May you find comfort in all the wonderful memories you shared together.
Nikki Powell
April 28, 2020
Sending prayers to his loving family. God please be with his family.
Robyn
April 28, 2020
Mr. Kemp was such a special man. My prayers sent to his loving family . So many wonderful memories ...His wonderful smile, how much he did for others, how he made sure to treat everyone well.
Russell
April 28, 2020
May God bless your family at this time
Deborah Hickman
April 28, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I have very fond memories of Bob when I was married to Mike. He was always fun to be around.
Vikki Masten
April 28, 2020
Sending prayers. I have fond memories of Mr. Kemp from when I was in middle school and later when we worked together. He will be missed.
Karen
April 28, 2020
Dear Betty. My deepest sympathy for the loss of your precious husband. I am thinking of you. I hope God gives you strength to get through this sad time.
Lynda Wyatt
April 28, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Art Weeks
April 28, 2020
Our sincere condolences and heartfelt prayers to Betty and family!
Janes Boyd
April 27, 2020
Worked with Bobby for years at Chipman. The world has lost a kind and loving friend. He was the best. Peace to his family.
Hope Minner
April 27, 2020
So sorry to hear this. I always enjoyed his smile and laugh at school.
Ronnie & Shirleen Wright
April 27, 2020
Betty & family,
We're so sorry to hear of Bobby's passing. Our prayers are for each of you to feel God's peace.
Amber
April 27, 2020
Sending love and prayers to your family. Mr. Kemp was a wonderful man.
Rhonda
April 27, 2020
Betty and Bobby were great neighbors to my parents. We loved going over and watching the goats. Dad and Bobbie loved talking across the yards. We loved to hear and laugh at their shared humerus stories..
Mary J. Szajewski
April 27, 2020
Condolences to the family.
Rachelle Hitchens
April 27, 2020
His kindness, generosity, love of family and sense of humor will be remembered always.
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