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Robert Blumenthal Obituary
January 22, 1954 - June 18, 2024
Miami, Florida - Robert "Bob" Blumenthal, 70, of Miami, Florida passed away on June 18. Bob was born in Flushing, NY and moved to Miami at age 7, growing up in the Pinecrest area where he attended all three Palmetto schools. He studied architecture at Georgia Tech but after what was originally planned as a short stint helping with his father's business he began his 30+ year career as a childrens' clothing merchandise rep. After his retirement, he reinvented himself as everyone's favorite handy-man "Uncle Bob." His phone never stopped ringing.
Bob was an accomplished photographer and was known for his happiness to share his deep knowledge of equipment, processes, technique, and antique photography. He enjoyed scuba diving and underwater photography and was well known for his green thumb particularly with orchids. His boundless positivity and willingness to both serve his community and share his passions with others led Bob to make a mark on many lives.
Bob is survived by his wife Ellen, their daughters Emily Blumenthal (Gregory Rago) and Ashley Blumenthal (Mark Comer); his father Ed Blumenthal; sisters Bonnie (Gary) Ziegler, Marnie (Lance) Tracy and brother Scott (Sonia) Blumenthal; granddaughter Sylvia Rago; brothers-in-law Scott (Alex) Friedlander and Kirk (Cheryl) Friedlander as well as his nieces, nephews and many dear friends. Bob was also predeceased by his grandson, Louie Rago.
The burial will take place in Georgia. The family has asked that donations be made to the Louis Arturo Rago Memorial Fund at MJHS http://mjhsfoundation.org/rago.
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Pat
December 3, 2025
What good be sweeter than remembering the ultimate host and Latka King this time as well as ANY time of year . . . Bob was a man for ALL seasons and he will always hold a place in our hearts ! Patti & Michael
Ellery Brown
June 23, 2025
Dear Ellen, Emily & Ashley,
I hope that all the wonderful memories of Robert are still your guiding light.
Be blessed!
Randy Leidner
February 9, 2025
Just found out! Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you today and always. In total shock!
Ellery Brown
July 11, 2024
Ellen, Emily & Ashley,
You have my deepest heartfelt condolences. Wonderful memories of Bob and your family will forever be in my heart. May he rest in peace and may you always be blessed.
Ellery Brown
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Roger Holzberg
July 1, 2024
Bob was a generous, wonderful soul who will be missed by many. Here is a photo of him that I cherish. May flights of Kodachrome angels sing him to rest...
Patti Sacks
June 29, 2024
I had a Typo on Latkas and they were DEVINE as was he and the `s is STARS . . .
Patti Sacks
June 29, 2024
Bob ( or Uncle Bob as he so humorously called himself) was a force of nature to be reckoned with! All you have to do is look at his orchids . . . Marvel at his photography. . . Savor his Layla´s . . . See his loving family thru his beautiful bright eyes or watch his playfulness with his puppies and you know his likeness is indelibly printed in our hearts and now in the ´s ! He will be missed immeasurably by everyone who had the honor of knowing this wonderful man and may his memory remain a blessing! Deepest condolences to his loved ones who shared his heart and his unbreakable spirit! Patti and Michael Sacks
Karen Frost
June 29, 2024
We had the great joy of knowing Bob for so many years as a friend that he became more like family to us. His generosity, caring and compassion made him so easy to love. He was talented in so many things in life but especially in how to be a good friend! We were not prepared for him to leave us so suddenly. He will not be forgotten and will live on in our hearts always! May his memory be a blessing.
Karen and Irv
Deborah Hurwitz
June 29, 2024
We will miss him deeply....he will always be in our hearts! Love Debbie and Barry Hurwitz
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