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Robert Heltibridle Obituary

Robert G. Heltibridle Sr., 76, of Hanover, Pa., died Friday morning, May 4, 2012, at the Brethren Home in New Oxford, Pa.

Born June 21, 1935, in Carroll County, he was the son of the late Lee Garland and Lulu Myers Heltibridle. He was the husband of Janet Forsythe Heltibridle, his wife of almost 57 years.

He was a 1953 Westminster High School graduate. He acquired an associates degree from American University of Washington D.C., where he was in the 91st session of the FBI Academy. He served in the Secret Service in the uniform division for 24 years, retiring in 1980 as deputy chief.

He was a member of St. Mary's Lutheran Church of Silver Run, where he sang in the choir. He was also a member of Wakefield Valley Golf Course and enjoyed playing golf. He also enjoyed baseball and football, and especially watching the Orioles and Ravens.

Surviving, in addition to his wife, are a son, Robert G. Heltibridle Jr., of Maurertown, Va.; a daughter, Winnie L. Heltibridle, of Laurel; grandsons Robert III and James Heltibridle; three great-grandsons; and a sister, Janet L. Machensey, of Tampa, Fla.

He was predeceased by a sister, Mona Long; and brothers Keith, Donald and Leon Heltibridle.

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Little's Funeral Home, 34 Maple Ave., Littlestown, Pa.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, with his pastor, the Rev. H. Lee Brumback II officiating. Interment is in Evergreen Memorial Gardens in Finksburg.

Memorial contributions may be sent to St. Mary's Lutheran Church, 3978 Littlestown Pike, Westminster, MD 21158.

Sign this guest book online at www.carrollcountytimes.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Carroll County Times on May 6, 2012.

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Mike Stevens Jr.

May 13, 2012

Very sorry to hear of his passing. Having grown up living next door to the Heltibridle's I have lots of good memories of "Mr. Bob". Many evenings he would play baseball, kickball or some other kids game with us. Thoughts and prayers to the Heltibridle's and Godspeed to "Mr. Bob".

May 13, 2012

So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I have menu fond memories of "breezy" as I remember our high school days. Our thoughts are with you and the family.
Herb Brown

Robert E. Forsythe Jr

May 7, 2012

Aunt Janet & Unncle Bob, Thank you for all my memory's that you saved for me, But I'll always will remember you and him for subporting me
Thank you Always

May 7, 2012

Janet and family - We are sorry to learn of Bob's death. We miss you as neighbors. You have our deepest sympathy.
Aunt Virginia, Joyce and Fred

Sandi Bemiller Kiger

May 7, 2012

Janet and family - You are in my thoughts and prayers. I remember you and Bob even before you became "Mr. and Mrs." You are two of my fond Silver Run memories.

Robin Dull

May 7, 2012

Im sorry for the lost, know what u guys are going thur. Robin Dull and family

Ronn Gladhill

May 5, 2012

Janet & family. I send my deepest condolences in the passing of Bob. I fondly remember back in the day when you all visited Ethel and John on Lumber Street. I remember him as a great guy and was loved by all. RIP "Bob'

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