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Robert Roarty Obituary
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that Robert Sean Roarty passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025 at his home in Atlanta from a rare neurodegenerative disease. Born in 1953 and raised in Forty Fort, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Elizabeth and William Roarty. After moving to Atlanta and spending thirty years in the printing business, Bob, along with his wife Jan, was able to realize a lifelong dream of owning a bookstore. In 2007, they purchased Atlanta Vintage Books. Bob was a voracious reader and could expound on many subjects, particularly history. He was loved by many for his special gift for storytelling. Surviving are his beloved wife of 35 years, Jan Bolgla; sisters, Eileen, MaryBeth (Lance), and Margaret (Warren); brothers Bill, Mark (Sharon) and Michael (Ann Marie); brothers-in-law, Harvey (Robert) and Mitchell (Michele); sister-in-law, Beth (Jack); and a host of much-loved nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Dressler's Jewish Funeral Care will be handling the arrangements. There will be no funeral service but a celebration of his life is planned at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Bob's honor and memory to the Atlanta NPR affiliate at WABE.ORG. Arrangements by Dressler's Jewish Funeral Care, 770-451-4999
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Lynda Dymond Gaipa
October 2, 2025
I was so sorry to hear about Bobby passing. I do remember you all fondly from spending summers at your house and all the good times we had. Your dad's garden up here on the farm. I still love mayonnaise sandwiches. My prayers are with you all. God bless you all.
Lynda Dymond Gaipa
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