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Robert Leighton Obituary
St. Petersburg, FL - Robert V. "Bobby" Leighton, was born December 23, 1949 in Cincinnati, Ohio and died July 28, 2018 at home in St. Petersburg, FL.
Bobby is survived by his loving daughter, son-in-law and grandsons Lindsay, Randy, Tyler and Trevor Jones; son, Robert M. Leighton; sister Lisa Palmer; and brothers Richard C. and Timothy Leighton.
He was preceded in death by his brother Peter C. Leighton.
Bobby was instrumental in bringing Major League Baseball to Tampa Bay as Facilities Manager for The City of St Petersburg and General Manager of Tropicana Field.
Donations may be made in his memory to Empath Hospice, 5771 Roosevelt Blvd. Clearwater, FL 33760.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Jeffrey Foreman
August 9, 2018
Worked with/for Bob on many projects. He will be missed
August 9, 2018
I have many fond memories of working with Bob at the City of St. Petersburg. Our adjacent offices allowed for many laughs and frequent communication. Quite recently he told me how much joy his grandsons brought into his life.
May he rest in peace.
Anita Treiser
BJ Scarborough
August 8, 2018
My condolences to the Leighton family. I worked with Bobby when I was Box Office Manager for the Bayfront Center/Mahaffey Center.
Galo
August 8, 2018
Rest my friend.
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August 7, 2018
My sincerest condolences to the Leighton Family in the loss of your loved one, Robert, and pray you find comfort in Psalms 91:2.
Mike Davenport
August 7, 2018
I worked with Bob in my capacity as President is the Sports Foundation in St. Petersburg and the Final Four Basketball Tournament.
Bob was always responsive, a pleasure to deal with, and had a great sense of humor. He will be missed.
Rest In Peace my friend.
Jeffrey Adams
August 6, 2018
Bob'The Suit'Leighton was a dear friend. We enjoyed many great times and laughs leading up to and experiencing the '99 Final Four as well as the early Devil Rays days. A great friend to many. RIP Suit. Thanks for numerous great memories.
Rick Mussett
August 6, 2018
I was sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I returned to St.Petersburg in May of 1987 to become the City's first Downtown Redevelopment Administrator. Several months later Bob joined our team as the City's first Downtown Facilities Director. During Bob's tenure with the City he oversaw the management of the Pier, the Bayfront Center and the City's new 45,000 seat MLB stadium that eventually became known as Tropicana Stadium. Bob was a critical part of our team and in addition to his normal facility management duties he: played a significant role in the construction of the stadium and the Pier; had a significant role in our efforts to acquire the Rays franchise; pursue an NHL frachise; and, helped to put downtown St.Petersburg on the map as a major entertainment destination. My condolences and God's blessings to Bob's family. May he Rest In Peace.
Patricia Gauss
August 6, 2018
I worked with Bob for a few months about 10 years ago. The job was crappy, but it was so much fun to work with him. I was surprised and saddened to see he has passed away; he was a terrific guy. Please accept my condolences.
Betty Landercasper
August 5, 2018
Love to your family from your friends in Minnesota
Yolanda Woolridge
August 5, 2018
Rest in Peace Robert.
Brandys
Jeff Wagner
August 5, 2018
LH
August 2, 2018
Sorry for your loss. Please find comfort in the good memories that you have of Robert
Linda Mc
August 2, 2018
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. May the fond memories of your loved one sustain your family at this time. May you also receive comfort from what is stated at 1 Peter 5:6,7.
August 2, 2018
Our condolences to the family. May God fulfill his promise of binding up the brokenhearted. Isa 61:1.
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