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Robert Sproul Obituary
AGE: 61 • Wilmington
Bob passed away on Friday, October 13, 2017.
Bob graduated class of 74' from Brandywine High School and worked for Delmarva Power for over 25 years. He was a great father. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, surfing and spending time with his family.
Bob was preceded in death by his father, Robert G. Sproul, II.
Survivors include his daughters, Carli Haskins, Allie Sproul, and Bailey Sproul; his mother, Helen L. Sproul; his sisters, Cindy Finnegan and Jennifer Horton and 4 nieces.
A Memorial Service will be held at 12 noon on Sunday, October 22 at NICHOLS-GILMORE FUNERAL HOME, 212 E. Justis Street, Newport, DE 19804 where visitation will begin at 11 am. Burial will be private.
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Karen DiTullio-Ewell
October 23, 2017
Dear Mrs. Sproul and family, I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your son. Praying that the Lord will give you His peace and comfort during this difficult time. Psalm 147:3
October 23, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. My condolences to his family, especially his mother. I have so many great childhood memories of Bobby and the Sproul family from Goodley Road days. God bless you Bob--see you on the other side.
Bob Zehner
Brian Wyttenbach
October 19, 2017
I would like to offer my deepest sympathies to Bob's family. I hope that you find comfort in all the good memories of Bob. I have good memories of shooting sporting clays with Bob and others from the DPL Sportsmen Club. May he rest in peace!
Annie Monaghan
October 18, 2017
Dear Mrs. Sproul, Cindy, Jeffie & Bob's Daughters, so very sorry for your loss. Your Family and Bobby were very upfront and special in my young & teen years.
You are all in my heart and prayers.
Jen S
October 17, 2017
A life lived fully but taken too soon. Rest in peace Bob. Will miss you.
Gary Alexander
October 16, 2017
We will miss you Bob as we had a lot of laughs.
John Merritt
October 16, 2017
My condolences to the family. Work with Bob and he taught me how to wax my skis. Sorry to hear his life was cut short.
Nancy Simpkins
October 15, 2017
Please accept my sincere sympathy in the loss of your father, son and brother Bob. I enjoyed playing Mahjong with him. Nancy Simpkins
Christine Seale
October 14, 2017
So very sad to hear of Bob's passing. You will be missed! I will always remember and cherish the fun times we had together and your carefree style and smile.
My heart goes out to his wonderful daughters - Carli, Allie, and Bailey and to his family at this time and in the days to come. Cherish the memories and let them give you comfort at this time.
Bobby - rest in peace!!! You'll always have a special place in my heart. Love you buddy. And remember ''what a long strange trip it's been'...
Dk.
October 14, 2017
Deb Wilson
October 14, 2017
So very sorry to hear of Bobby's passing - a life taken so young. I share many memories with the Sproul family, having grown up extremely close to the family - if not part of the family, from ages 6 to 12, many camping trips, family outings, dinners and for certain - coming of age. Bobby was always ever present and "the coolest older brother". My prayers are with you Mrs. Sproul, Cindy and Jennifer... you all shared an enormous part of my youth and Bobby was so ever present in those years. May you find peace and may he rest in peace. God Speed.
October 14, 2017
RIP brother Bob.....miss you.
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