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Robert McCormick Obituary
Robert Lee McCormick, 69, of Gilbert, AZ passed away on January 30, 2011. Bob served in the U.S. Army for 12 years during the Vietnam War and retired from General Motors Corporation in 2002. Bob was an active member of the VFW Post #39 and for the past 8 years, has been working with the Marc Center located in Mesa, AZ. Bob will be missed by his wife, Nita of 33 years, along with 8 children, 9 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren; many endeared extended family and friends. Services will be held on Saturday, February 5, at 1:30 p.m.; at St. Mary's Basilica Catholic Church, 231 N. 3rd. St. Phx, AZ. 85004. Meldrum Mortuary handled the arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert McCormick
Sandy Kaniewski-Baker
January 28, 2024
As a fellow employee at General Motors, Bob was a friend who was always ready to help with a smile on his face.
Irene Hernandez
February 19, 2013
Bob truly lived by one of my favorite sayings. "You can give without loving but you can not love without giving" and Bob proved that many times, especially to you, my sister. Thank you for bringing him into our lives. I love you.
Irene
February 18, 2013
Uncle Bob, We sure miss you. Your laughter, jokes...especially those you sent by email, your willingness to always help with whatever needed fixing. I owe all my knowledge of cars to you, as well as moving.
Nita, I think you and Bob helped me move to every place I've ever lived. We think of Bob all the time...especially when we hear Frank sing "I Did It My Way"
Love you Nita, please know you and Bob are always in our hearts and thoughts.
Jennifer and Steve Olson
February 14, 2013
There are MANY memories about "Farmer,'Forever more' Roberto(as I called him)". Roberto's up-bring on the farm, prepared him well for our families. He was a very warm and caring man, who is very much missed.
Irene and I, remember a trip coming over the Continental Divide, outside of Albuquerque(New Mexico), in a BLINDING snow storm that literally blanketed the lonely stretch of highway, not to mention our windshield. It was Bob's experience, from his truck driving days, that got us through this. Otherwise, we would of had to spend a freezing night in the truck.
Bob was our "go to" guy, who is truly missed.
Ray/Irene Hernandez
Christmas Day
February 12, 2013
Little George's baptism
Nikki Cunningham
February 12, 2013
Gabby never knew it was Uncle Bob behind that beard and jolly laugh!
Nikki Cunningham
February 12, 2013
Ray and Bob trying to decide which cake to eat first.
Nikki Cunningham
February 12, 2013
Little George's 1st birthday - Uncle Bob already helping assemble his new toys.
Nikki Cunningham
February 12, 2013
Oktoberfest 2010
Nikki Cunningham
February 12, 2013
Monica
February 8, 2013
Uncle Bob...I can't believe it's been 2 years since you've been gone. Every time we have a family gathering, I can still hear your laugh and "Forever More" comment and see you sitting by the door waiting for Aunt Nita to say her goodbyes. We can all certainly say that the world was a better place with you in it and I can only hope that your kindness and unconditional willingness to help others carries on in everyone that knew you. I know that you're still looking out for all of us and you'll be happy to know that both Gunnar and Payton do already know "righty-tighty lefty-loosy" ;-) We all miss and love you more than words can say...may God continue to Bless You! Monica, Trey, Hunter, Gunnar and Payton
February 6, 2013
miss you dad
February 4, 2013
Nita,
Bob was very kind and always had a smile for us here at work. He was genuine with others and with life as well. You know? they say that behind a great man there is a great woman so Thank you! for your kindness and sensitivity.
Breakfast with Dad
Robert McCormick
February 4, 2013
Breakfast with Dad
Robert McCormick
February 4, 2013
Ralph and Sandy Kaniewski
February 3, 2013
When I was reminded by an e-mail that it was 2 years ago the our dear friend met the Lord, I was dumbfounded that he has been gone that long already. I can still hear his voice and see his smile. Sleep well with the Lord, dear friend. We think of you often, Nita.
Pat Cunningham
February 3, 2013
I always thought of Bob as the man who could do anything. He really had a knack for doing things the right way. He was always displaying love to those around him. But, I was always impressed with his love for Nita. I don't use this word often, but I believe he charished her. He made all of us feel that he was lucky to have her. I know that she felt the same way about him.
Tina Martinez & Family
January 31, 2013
For all the years I knew Bob growing up & as an adult, I never heard him say an unkind word about anyone. I know he loved *all* his children & am glad I got to kind of feel like one of his kids, too. Thanks, Bob, for your service to your Country, and for the love you showed family & friends.
Cheryl Anderson
January 31, 2013
I miss you very much my friend.I would like to let your family know that you were very much loved by all of us, your compassion, kindness and understanding were some of your wonderful gifts that you shared with us. Forever in my heart.
January 31, 2013
I still miss Bob to this day. He was such a wonderful, sweet man. Anytime you needed somethng he was right there. It's hard to put into words how I felt when I had heard he had passed and it's so hard to believe it's been two years. I know you are finding warm memories of him to help you find strenght to face the future.
My love to you and your family,
Tina Feeney
Manager Marc Outpatient Clinic
January 30, 2013
The Irizarry Family
We love you...
January 30, 2013
"Papa"...today marks the two year Anniversary of your new life in Heaven. I hope you know how very much you are missed. Especially today. Mikah was filled with tears of sadness today & Dante was very somber, as we talked about the amount of time you've been gone. Mom misses you everyday...and Dennis & I...well...will it ever get any easier? We miss and love you very much. God bless you ~ goodnight Papa
Paula Martinez
February 29, 2012
Marc Center staff
While we are mourning the loss of our Marc Center Technician, others are rejoicing to meet him behind the veil. With Love Marc Center Staff
Lori (Ball)Roach
October 8, 2011
I am very shocked and sad hear Uncle Bob passed. I thought of him often and wondered what he was doing or how he was. I was his neice,(his sister, Judy's daughter). It was very nice when him and Nita came to stay with Mom when she was ill. Miss you
dante irizarry
May 1, 2011
i loved him very much and i will really miss him
~Dante (grandson)
Paula Martinez
March 1, 2011
Bob McCormick was a man of courage, strength and full of life, great friend, loved the people he worked with, he never complained.
ProMarc Staff will miss you dearly, our prayers go out to his family..
Neil Bourque
February 9, 2011
Bob McCormick was a great person, a friend and one of the nicest guys I ever had the pleasure to meet. Bob always had a happy demeanor, a great story to tell and every conversation with Bob made us all the better. Bob loved his family dearly and was so proud of all of you. Bob was one of the good guys, I will miss him.
Linda Jenkins
February 7, 2011
He made the best Santa. Always had a smile even though he appeared to be in pain this past year. A very kind man.
Karla Juarez
February 6, 2011
A wonderful man who will be deeply missed.
Elroy & Barb Voss
February 5, 2011
We will miss Bob. We enjoyed going out to eat with him. He knew where to go. We will miss the phone calls back and forth with him. It was a great pleasure to work with him. Miss seeing him at Freestone to do the the little extras when asked. Our prayers go out to his family.
Kristy Schumacher
February 4, 2011
I was saddened to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy to you, Nita. Bob loved you very much and I know how much you will miss him. He was a good man, always willing to help anyone and everyone.
Shannon Fisk
February 4, 2011
Bob was a wonder co worker and a hard worker,he always had time to say hi and even ask me if i've broken anything lately or when he was leaving the property he would yell out to me i'm on way to see what u broke trhis time!Bob was a great man who he loved and cherished his family soo much.My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and may god give you the strength to carry on through these difficult times.I will miss u soo much Bobo
Paula Fernandez
February 4, 2011
Bob was a genuinely good person. I can't think of a better thing that can be said about how someone chooses to live their life. Go in peace Bob, you will be missed.
Paula Martinez
February 4, 2011
We @ ProMarc and Facility Management Services will miss Bob , he touched everyones lifes in such a special way.
Michelle Harrington
February 4, 2011
It was a great pleasure to work with Bob here at Marc Center, no matter what job or function it was he was always there to lend a helping hand. I will miss his warm smile and the words as he greeted us each day (hello ladies). A wonderful person who will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers goes out the the family members.
Santa Bob with his grandchildren
Maria Larsen
February 4, 2011
Santa Bob
Maria Larsen
February 4, 2011
Maria Larsen
February 4, 2011
Bob will be truely missed. He was a great man. His laughter, his kind heart, willingness to serve. A true example of how a human being should be. I had the please of working with Bob at Marc Center and the honor of calling him a friend. My heart goes out to Bob's family at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and may the lord comfort you in this time of loss. Bob you will truely be missed! "Our Santa"!
Marlene Thomas
February 4, 2011
Bob was a very happy spirited person and very efficient in his work. He is truly missed. Marlene Thomas, Quartz House.
tycene thornton
February 4, 2011
Bob was a true example of kindness and will be missed. Thank you for the years of kindness and laughter
Katherine Rascoe-Denton
February 3, 2011
Bob was a truly good man. He was always ready and willing to help if someone asked and he was always so cheerful too. I counted him among my friends and I was so fortunate to have known both him and his sweet wife, Nita. My thoughts and prayers go out to Nita and the rest of Bob's family because I know how much they must miss him and how much they loved this man. I was employed at the GM Desert Proving Grounds when I first met Bob and when GM announced the closing of the proving grounds and consequently laid off the contract workers I was one who was laid off but Bob and I and Nita continued our friendship. I am saddened to learn that we have lost such a good man and good friend.
Bob when you reach the pearly gates be sure to look for my brother and your friend Sammy. He'll be waiting to show you around I'm sure and it'll be just like old times at the DPG.
Connie Clark
February 3, 2011
I can hear his laughter and see his smile in my head. He was a great man! Always helpful and caring. He will be sorely missed. I worked with Bob at the Mesa DPG for many years and we kept in touch after he retired. He was a smart man who never said no to helping someone out and would never take anything for it. He had integrity, honesty, dependability and it sadens me I did not see him this year. Thank you for posting a picture. Thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
donna wells
February 3, 2011
bob was allways willing to help and allways had a smile he will truly missed donna wells
Nancy Thomas
February 3, 2011
We at ProMarc will deeply miss Bob,he was a great friend and co-worker.
Vickie Crook
February 3, 2011
Bob was as very sweet man,and would do anything you ask him to do.He will be greatly missed at Marc Center.
Cheryl Anderson
February 3, 2011
Your smile and laughter will forever remain in my heart. We will all miss you so very much. Cheryl #2
Pam
February 3, 2011
Thank-you Mr. Mccormick for your service to our country!!
February 3, 2011
Bob was the greatest and sweetiest person i every meet and an honor to work with him. He will be greatly missed.
Theresa Triplett
Janey
February 3, 2011
It was an honor knowing Bob, he was my co-worker (Marc Center) and my friend. His smile and laughter brought a lot of joy to those he came in contact with. Bob was always there when you needed him more than willing to help in any way he could. I am thankful for our friendship, Bob will be missed. My prayers are with his family please know your husband/dad made a difference in the lives of so many people. God Bless - Janey
Andrew Owen
February 3, 2011
We will miss you bob
Steve Hilger
February 3, 2011
Bob will be greatly missed. He was always caring and willing to lend a hand whenever he could. He would go above and beyond to ensure he took care of everyone. Bob's smile and laughter will be greatly missed.
February 3, 2011
Bob was a very caring man. He was always smiling and very helpful when we needed some thing fixed at Freestone. We will miss him.Charmaine Ewers Marc Center Freestone CDS
Melissa "Jaye" Rowe
February 3, 2011
Bob will be greatly missed by everyone at the Marc Center, he always had a smile and a friendly hug, my prayers are with his family, he was definately one of the good guys!
Tanya Owen
February 3, 2011
Bob will be greatly missed. We will miss his sweet charm and warm hugs. He always had time to help anyone who was in need. No hold barred -- Bob was Bob -- no facades and no bull! He called it as he saw it and we admire that about him. We are grateful to have known Bob. -Tanya
Michael Evans
February 3, 2011
Everyone at the Marc Center adored Bob. He was such a warm hearted and genuine man. It was always a pleasure to interact with him and we were all enriched in knowing Bob.
Ralph and Sandy Kaniewski
February 3, 2011
Ralph and I were grateful to have Bob in our lives. He and his wife Nita are dear friends. Bob was one to help anyone, anytime and was one of the most giving people we know. Our thoughts and prayers are with Nita and her family. He will be dearly missed.
Anne Chapman
February 3, 2011
John and I are very saddened by the news of Bob's passing. We both worked with him at the GM Desert Proving Grounds. Bob was always there with a smile and a hug for everyone who needed one. He will be missed by us all.
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