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Robert Howard Darwin

1960 - 2015

BORN

1960

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Epstein Memorial Chapel - Columbus

3232 E Main Street

Columbus, Ohio

Robert Darwin Obituary

Name: Calling hours for Robert Howard Darwin
Start: 2015-11-22T20:30:00.000Z
End: 2015-11-23T01:00:00.000Z
Location: at their home

Darwin Robert Howard Darwin born January 10, 1960, died suddenly on November 15, 2015. A loving husband, father, brother, and son, he will be deeply missed by all who knew his gentle humor and ready smile. Bob grew up in Plainfield, New Jersey, and attended Duke University and Duke Medical School. After completing his radiology residency at VCU/Medical College of Virginia, he moved to Columbus, Ohio, in 1991 and joined Columbus Radiology Corporation and worked at local hospitals including Grant Medical Center and Fairfield Medical Center. He was active in the community and served on the boards of the Bexley Education Foundation and the Temple Israel Foundation; he could also be seen regularly in the kitchens of Temple Israel preparing food for the homeless at Faith Mission. He was a devoted husband, father, and son, whose greatest joy was spending time with his extended family and friends. He loved playing guitar, hiking, playing golf with his family, working out in the gym, and cheering on the Duke Blue Devils. (March Madness took on near-holiday status for Bob.) Bob is survived by his wife of 32 years, Beverly Sumner Darwin; his sons, Ross S. Darwin and Evan S. Darwin; his mother, Natalie Darwin (and deceased father Sidney Darwin); his siblings, Allen (Maureen Erwin) Darwin, Gary (Jodye) Darwin, and Florrie Darwin (Paul Weiler); his mother-in-law, Alice Sumner; sister and brothers-in-law, Betsy (Scott) Jokerst, Bobby Sumner, and Billy (Cheryl) Sumner; and his many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, November 22 at TEMPLE ISRAEL, 5419 E Broad St. with Rabbi Misha Zinkow officiating. The family will receive condolence calls following the service from 3:30-8 p.m. at their home, 185 S. Columbia. The Darwin Family will be holding a Shiva service in New Jersey on Tuesday, November 24 at Temple Sholom, 1925 Lake Ave., Scotch Plains at 7:30 p.m. with Rabbi Joel Abraham officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Doctors Without Borders or Temple Israel. Online guestbook at www.epsteinmemorial.com

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Nov. 18 to Nov. 19, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Darwin

21 Entries

Richard Szucs

November 28, 2015

Bev and family, We were saddened to learn of Bob's untimely passing. He was a wonderful individual and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Richard

Cecilia Schein

November 23, 2015

My heart goes out to the whole Darwin family on this terrible loss. He will live on in the memories of all who loved him. I only met Bob a few times at family functions in NJ but I remember him as funny and kind.

Stokes and Erica McIntyre

November 22, 2015

We are so saddened by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and if there is anything at all we can do please don't hesitate to ask.

Betsey Krause

November 21, 2015

I wish there were some poignant and healing words that I could share, but I know none. I do know that my life was enriched by Bob's presence, quiet wisdom and humor. That is something that I will always cherish. My heartfelt condolences..

November 21, 2015

Sincere condolences goes out to the Darwin family for your sad loss.

November 21, 2015

We met Bob and Bev in Argentina - we feel blest to have met two such lovely people and our thoughts are with you. Bob and Nonnie Sharp

November 21, 2015

My sincere condolence to the Darwin family for the loss of your beloved one. May the God of all comfort and peace strengthen you during this difficult time.

John Kuta

November 21, 2015

We are saddened at Bob's passing. As co-residents of Radiology at MCV, we knew Bob as a wonderful smart man who cared about his patients. He enjoyed life and people. May G-d bless his family and friends. He will always be warmly remembered.

Susan Schubert

November 20, 2015

Bob's passing leaves a tear in the world. He will be sadly missed by all who knew this sweet and gentle man.

G. Freeman

November 20, 2015

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Jennifer Wohrer

November 20, 2015

I work at fairfield diagnostic imaging which is part of fairfield medical center and have only known Dr. Darwin for about 10 months. He was a very kind,friendly person who helped us get to know him and the radiology group. I am very saddened by the passing of this wonderful man.

David Scott Silverberg

November 20, 2015

My love to you and your family and friends. A beautiful man. Thinking of you all.

Roger Johnson

November 19, 2015

Every hello equals a goodbye-it's the time in between them that is the most important part. How very fortunate, I shared a hello with an awesome gentleman in Dr. Darwin. Roger Johnson (Grant Medical Center)

Steve and Lisa Reid

November 19, 2015

There are no words that are adequate. Our love and prayers are with you. We are so very sorry. Steve and I treasure our memories of you both from Richmond and always enjoy your family updates.

Jennifer Hammel

November 19, 2015

Prayers for family & close friends. He was always so kind, caring & funny to work with! He will be missed...

November 19, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Bob fondly from his years as a Radiology resident at MCV/VCU Medical Center where I was one of his teachers. He was a smart, fun and engaging young man, well-liked by all. I am so sorry to hear of his passing.
Mary Ann Turner, MD

Pam Mingloski

November 19, 2015

We miss you Bob, your family from MCV/VCU medical center. What fun we had back in the days! Radiology familiy

Melanie Shaffer

November 19, 2015

I was so very sorry to hear of Dr. Darwin's passing. I did not know him very well, but enough to know he was a kind and caring man, a great Radiologist and was just a wonderful human being period. His OhioHealth 'family' will miss him greatly. My deepest condolences, you will all be in my thoughts and prayers...

Robin Archer

November 19, 2015

Bev Ross & Evan,
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. Dr. Darwin was a great Radiologist & an amazing person. I worked with him at the Wilkin's building for years. I'll be thinking of & praying for all of you in days weeks & months to come.
Robin Archer

November 19, 2015

Our entire family shares with you our thoughts and prayers for your loss. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Ken and Jane Wichman.

Mara Weber

November 18, 2015

What a wonderful man.. I enjoyed my years working with him at both Grant and Fairfield Medical Center.. He was a great radiologist and truly cared about those he worked with! So sorry for your tremendous loss!

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