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Robert Lassiter Obituary
Virginia Beach - Robert "Bobby" E. Lassiter, Jr., 54, died Saturday November 10th 2012. He lost his tough fight against Cancer. He was a native of Newport News and Chesapeake, and a resident of Virginia Beach.
Mr. Lassiter worked for the Norfolk Southern Railroad as a Railroad Locomotive Engineer for 30 years. He graduated from Churchland High School, was an active member of the Chesapeake Transportation Safety Commission and a volunteer at Great Bridge Schools. He was also an Operation Lifesaver Presenter for Norfolk Southern Railroad, Norfolk Southern Credit Union Committee Auditor, and a member of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen. Mr. Lassiter also served as a Legislative Representative for the BLE for 20 years
Mr. Lassiter is survived by his daughter Kaycie Marie Lassiter and her mother, Sandra Lassiter of Chesapeake, his mother and father: Eleanor and Robert Lassiter of Newport News, his sister Pamela Lassiter Zimmerman and her husband Dan of Chesapeake, his niece and nephew; Kaitlyn and Matthew Zimmerman; his special friends: Tamara Norris and Mary Ann Wangstrom, as well as, many other aunts, uncles, and cousins. The family would like to thank Mr. Lassiter's nurses; Rebecca Boodt and Rebecca Blake, for their care and kindness.
A visitation will be held one hour prior to his funeral service on Thursday November 15th from 11:30 to 12:25 p.m. at Peninsula Funeral Home with Pastors Rick Crews and Joe Newman officiating. Interment will follow at Peninsula Memorial Park
In lieu of flowers, a contribution can be made to Green Run Baptist Church, 1201 Rosemont Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23453.
Arrangements are in the care of Peninsula Funeral Home.
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for Robert Lassiter
Angelique Crawford
November 7, 2020
Thinking of you today Pam Lassiter Zimmerman. I know you miss your brother terribly.
Angela Daniel
November 18, 2012
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Bobby was always so much fun to be around and Pam's stories of her brother always made me laugh. My prayers are with all of your family.
Sandra Lassiter
November 17, 2012
Those Who Endure
We give great honor to those who endure under suffering. For instance, you know about Job, a man of great endurance. You can see how the Lord was kind to him at the end, for the Lord is full of tenderness and mercy. (NLT)
James 5:11 NLT
Sometimes a course in your life extends further than planned and leaves you with an empty tank. It can be exhausting even to the point of near tearful surrender. But remember what James says that you will be honored for your endurance. Keep on patiently enduring and remember to emphasize the treasures in life as those blessings will fill your empty tank.
Bobby, your tank has been filled.
Patti Ballentine
November 16, 2012
Terribly sorry to hear - what a great guy, even way back in high school - many fond memories - rest in peace old friend.
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Joan Steele
November 15, 2012
Bob was one of the kindest gentlemen I have ever known. He always had a smile on his face, even with the pain of dealing with cancer. A sweetheart of a man who always looked on the bright side of life.
Although I only knew him for the past few years, as a neighbor, Bob is one of those people who will remain in my "memory bank" of great people I am priviledged to have met on this journey of life.
Chris Matteson
November 14, 2012
Bobby was my Godfather. It's been a few years since I last saw him. I have many, many great memories of my Dad (Jay Matteson) and Bobby cutting up and having a good time. It was never a dull moment with Bobby around. Rest easy Bobby, you will be missed!
SueAnna Mirabelli
November 14, 2012
Mr. Bob, you will be missed. The Mirabelli family first met you when Kaycie and Julianna were in Kindergarten together. Our families never lost touch with each other because we were always volunteering at school and bumping into each other! You always had a smile on you face and a joke to share. We will miss you and so will all the students whose lives you have touched. RIP
Todd Pollard
November 14, 2012
I'll always appreciate Bobby's kindness and openminded willingess to lend his support to a new Conductor who wanted to become an Operation Lifesaver Presenter.
Bobby was an extraordinarily skilled Locomotive Engineer and a true union brother in every sense. He left a legacy in all of those who he taught, influenced, and befriended . . . including me. He lives on in those of us who will "pay it forward."
I'll miss him, and will always treasure my memories of a unique man among unique men.
Al & Connie Harris
November 14, 2012
My husband and I have worked with Bobby for 30 years or more. He was a good guy!
November 14, 2012
A childhood playmate, first cousin, and all around sweet guy. Bobby will be missed by many and remembered by all who are blessed to have known him. My heartfelt condolences sent to Kaycie, Pam, Uncle Robert and Aunt Eleanor.
Sharon Lassiter Finn
November 14, 2012
A Tribute to “Mr. Bob”
Great Bridge Middle School is blessed with a supportive community and many parents who volunteer their time and energy in the school. Robert Lassiter, who has a daughter in our building, was one of those parents. Last year, Mr. Lassiter quickly became a regular volunteer. He volunteered in the most active area of the school – the cafeteria.
Mr. Bob, as the students affectionately called him, had been active at the elementary school as well. The students knew him as a kind man, who was friendly, and around the cafeteria for his daughter's lunch, and the other two lunches as well. He was indeed a brave and caring person who loved the energy and spontaneous nature of middle school students.
Some days Mr. Bob would have candy mints which the students loved and then he was called the “Mint Man.” Any name that Mr. Lassiter was known by was a name that the students and staff members who knew him used with affection. As a volunteer in the cafeteria, he took on any task big or small and completed it with a smile. One day he even came in with some fancy new brooms because he thought they would clean better.
Since his illness, we have missed Mr. Lassiter as a volunteer, but even more as a person. His warm smile and gentle spirit is burned in our memories and hearts. The students and staff of Great Bridge Middle School extend our heartfelt condolences to his daughter and the entire family.
Craig K. Mills
Principal, Great Bridge Middle School
Joyce Bowen
November 14, 2012
May the peace which comes from cherished memories shared with Bobby, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Gretchen Zinsli
November 13, 2012
Robert, Eleanor, Pam, Kacey and the rest of the family: You have my sincere sympathy. I have many fond memories of Bobby over the years -- his thick drawl, the way he never complained when David Lute talked him into buying everybody's drinks, and the joy he had when with family and friends. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love you!
Gretchen
Lori Arvin
November 13, 2012
RIP, Bobby...and thanks for the memories. You will never be forgotten!
Bob and Judy Weikle
November 13, 2012
Robert and Eleanor, you have our heartfelt sympathy. One never thinks their child will go before their parents, but some of us experience this. May God Bless You.
Joseph Lassiter
November 13, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with Uncle Robert and Aunt Elenor and Bobby's family.
Gary Casterline
November 13, 2012
R.I.P. my railroad brother. Keep those trains running in heaven. You will be truly be missed.
Melvin Jones
November 13, 2012
Kaycie and Family: On behalf of the VA - Operation Lifesaver Family (Presenters, Trainers, Associates & Board of Directors) we extend heartfelt condolences. We lift you all up in prayer. May God comfort you with a peace that surpasses all understanding.Thanks for sharing Bobby with us. He truly LOVED "being an OL Presenter".
Nicole/Kerry Ostrander/Wheeles
November 13, 2012
Prayers go out to Bobby's daughter Kaycie who is loved by our family as one of our own, and to her mother Sandra. God Bless you both and stay strong. Bobby will be missed by us all...
November 13, 2012
Dear Bobby,
I was very sad when I heard of your passing, but I know you are with the Lord and are no longer in pain. It was a privilege having known you, and we are all thankful for the many ways you touched our lives, and the good times we enjoyed with you. I admired the way you accepted the challange to stand up for a cause you believed in. You were my favorite brother-in-law.
Ann Burks
Shelia Howell
November 13, 2012
May you rest in peace Bobby. To Kaycie, Sandra and the entire Lassiter family our prayers and thoughts are with each of you. We are deeply saddened for your loss.
Jack and Shelia Howell
helen bateman
November 13, 2012
bobby was a special friend to all of us. including my sons that worked with him at norfolk southern. he will be missed. rest in peace bobby.
mr.& mrs. wallace bateman sr.
Forever Daddy's Little Girl.
Sandra Lassiter
November 13, 2012
Chris Mendez
November 13, 2012
On earth you were an upstanding individual with a charismatic personality and a great sense of humor. You always seemed willing to lend an extra hand. I can't imagine that ever changing. You helped guide me as a young man and for that I Thank You. You will be remembered.
Kim Bennion
November 13, 2012
Bobby,
You fought a tough battle against a horrible disease but you faced your challenge head on and courageously.
I will miss your distinct accent and that one-of-a kind sense of humor very much. To Kaycie and the Lassiter Family: Thinking of you in these difficult times.
Angeliqye Crawford
November 13, 2012
A son, brother, father, and friend will be missed. But Heaven gained one of the sweetest souls on Saturday. Our sincerest condolences to all his family. Gregg and Angelique
Robert Podruchny Jr
November 13, 2012
Bobby,
We had fun with the practical jokes we played on each other and other family members. Had a blast with the inside jokes and all the hunting trips. You will be missed. I will remember you for being amongst the best mentors I have had while growing up.
Denise Vaught
November 13, 2012
You are now again whole and healthy! May your earthly family simply look up to the heavens to feel your smile and warmth. Let the Lord bless your family with love and peace in your passing! Rest in Peace
Pat Muhlhauser
November 12, 2012
Thank you for marrying my daughter and giving me a lovely granddaughter.Yhank you for sharing your family with me.You fought a hard fight and I will remember your courage in the battle against cancer. I will continue my fight to see that others will not have to endure your pain
November 12, 2012
To my special uncle, you have always made me laugh and put a smile upon my face. I will miss you very much. Rest in peace in Heaven. I love you,
Kaitlyn
Pat Muhlhauser
November 12, 2012
Thank You Bobby for marrying my daughter and giving me such a lovely granddaughter.Thank you also for sharing your MOM,Dad and sister. You enhanced so many lives, I will not forget you or the courage you showed in your battle.
Sandra Lassiter
November 12, 2012
May the light you shined on many forever burn strong in their hearts
Sandra Lassiter
November 12, 2012
Oh My dear pal, you were many things to many people but you always let me be the Sergeant. You touched so many lives during your short time here on Earth, the children at the school will miss their Mr Bob, the fellows down at the tracks I know will miss your more "common" side as you called it. Let's not forget your Ladies, a charmer from day one.
Bobby, Thank you for the most precious gift that any person could have of yours, Our Daughter Kaycie (KC) Marie, she lit up your eyes and turned up your smile until the bitter end. Rest in Peace knowing I will honor your wishes and do all I can to make you a Proud Angel. You will forever be my best friend, my buddy, my brother, the father our daughter. Love is Endless
Rebecca Blake
November 12, 2012
My Buddy, now you re with our Jesus. You never have to be afraid again. I miss you!
Kelly Lute
November 12, 2012
When God saw you getting tired
And a cure was not be be
He put his arms around you
And whispered come to me
He didn't like what you went through
And he gave you rest
His garden must be beautiful
He only takes the best
And when we saw you sleeping
So peaceful and free from pain
We wouldn't wish you back
To suffer that again
Today we say goodbye
And as you take your final rest
That garden must be beautiful
Because you are one of the best. All my love,
Kelly Lute
November 12, 2012
Goodbye Bobby, I will miss your sweet smile and laughter. You are not gone, you have simply gone to live with Jesus. I will see you on the other side. Tell David, Grandma and Gramps that I love them and missed them too!
All my love, Kelly Cuz!!!
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