Robert Bruce "Bob" Clampitt

1945 - 2005

Robert "Bob" Bruce Clampitt, 60, beloved husband, father and friend, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2005, at home.

Funeral: The family will hold a private ceremony.

He was born Oct. 21, 1945, to Mary Clampitt, and the late Russell "Jim" Clampitt in Stratford, Conn. Bob enjoyed a fulfilling career of 29 years at Frito-Lay where he developed many close friendships before retiring from his position of manager of information technology in 2000. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends as well as private, quiet introspection. He lived an adventurous and full life. Bob's appreciation of nature was evident by his love of driving across the country, hiking, flying planes, snow skiing in Aspen, Colo., sailing in a boat he constructed, and most of all, water skiing. He found great pleasure traveling, especially to Maui with his beloved wife. Those closest to Bob will remember him jumping the wake on Lake Arlington on a slalom ski, laughing and enjoying every moment. Additionally, Bob blessed his family with his amazing photography, a talent for poetry, and his quick, witty sense of humor. Bob was a very devoted and loving husband and father. His life and his memory bless all who knew and loved him and his zest for life. His spirit will remain forever in our hearts.

Survivors: His loving wife of 34 years, Yvonne Clampitt; daughter, Heather Clampitt; son, Chad Clampitt; sister, Ellen Stevenson and her husband, Donald; nephew, Marc Stevenson; niece, Andrea Stevenson and her husband, John Hewett; mother-in-law, Jere Hodge; close friends, Phillip Craddock and Jim Foulks and their families; and many other relatives, friends and former co-workers.