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Robert W. "Bobby" Boswell Jr.

1950 - 2018

Robert W. "Bobby" Boswell Jr. obituary, 1950-2018, Newport News, VA

BORN

1950

DIED

2018

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Smith Brothers Funeral Home - Hampton

545 E Mercury Blvd.

Hampton, Virginia

Robert Boswell Obituary

Known as (Bobby), Robert W. Boswell Jr. departed life on Thursday, August 30, 2018 after many years of declining health. He was born in Pittsburgh, Pa. August 31, 1950. He resided in Newport News, VA for 19 years and retired from Hampton City Schools. Bobby graduated from Scheneley High School located in Pittsburgh and went on to attend Penn State University. He leaves to cherish his memories wife Toni Thorne-Boswell; Lanise Faye Boswell (daughter); Robert Anthony Boswell (son); Carolyn Boswell and Cheryl Acrie (sisters); Carlton Thorne Jr. (stepson) and Tonisha Rutledge (stepdaughter); Travonne Henderson; Deonna Sinclair; Tyler Sinclair; and Brendon Rutledge (grandchildren); other relatives and friends. A memorial service in his honor will be held at 11a.m. on Monday, September 10, 2018, at Smith Brothers Funeral Home, 545 E. Mercury Blvd., Hampton VA, 23601, 757-723-4117.

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Published by Daily Press on Sep. 7, 2018.

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April 2, 2019

Sorry to hear about your loss.May God bless you and your family.

Sincerely,
Leon Derrick

September 12, 2018

I am very sorry for your loss. May God give the Boswell family peace and strength during this difficult time. 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17.

September 9, 2018

Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. My heartfelt condolence to Mrs. Boswell, Caroline, Cheryl, and the Boswell family. I have fond memories of Bobby from high school, as my escort to the Frogs formal, and during my time hanging out with Caroline. May God comfort you and grant you peace at this time.

Pat Vaughn Mosley

Frank & Leah Alexander

September 8, 2018

Mrs. Boswell, Tonisha & family, God Bless you all, and may you feel the peace that only He can provide. You remain in our prayers.

Frank & Leah Alexander

September 8, 2018

God bless and give you all, the peace that only He can provide. You are in our prayers.

Charlitte Bennett

September 8, 2018

To the Boswell Family,
Wishing you peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and memories to hold in your heart forever.

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