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ROBERT JOHN MAIN
Dec. 29, 1953 - Aug. 18, 2012
Robert John Main, (Bobby), was born on December 29, 1953 in Calexico, California and passed away August 18, 2012 in Escondido, California of a recurrence of throat cancer. He was preceded in death by his father, Roy Main; grandparents, Henry and Hazelle Bliss, Mae Main; nephew, Billy Dobbs and cousin, Michael Main
Bobby is survive by his mother, Gwen Main, sisters, Sue Witherow and Mary Locke; daughter, Kristen Bell and two grandchildren; 3 nephews, Josh Dobbs-McAuliffe, Jonathan Frith and Brent Lock; niece, Kimberly Hennesay; 2 great-nieces and 3 great-nephews; aunt, Mary Ann Williams; 5 cousins, Roberta (Chris) Sykes, Heidi Mealey, Christy Bliss Fletcher, Robert Henry Bliss and Lori (Shirly) Heavener.
He attended school at McCabe Elementary School and graduated from CUHS in 1972. He moved to Montana where he worked in construction, working on the lathe and with sheet rock. He also lived in Oregon where he managed a motel. Bobby loved the outdoors and the cool weather. He also loved playing his guitar and singing the blues, fishing, and just hanging out with friends. Bobby joined and toured Europe with Creation Unlimited. After many years he returned to El Centro. He became interested in computer repair and took Adult Education classes. After being involved in a serious car accident Bobby was disabled and spent his last years living in Escondido at Palomar Heights Care Facility.
Services are under the direction of Hems Brothers and will be held September 6, 2012 at 2:30 at First Christian Church located at the corner of Brighton and Waterman Ave in El Centro.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the First Christian Church in El Centro.
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Memories and Condolences
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Paul Keating
September 10, 2012
Ms. Main, I have many fond memories of Bob, and will miss him dearly. I am very sorry for your loss.
September 6, 2012
Dear Guen, Mary & family,
We were so sorry to hear about Bobby
& Billy. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Love, Pat & Tony
John and Betsy (Horne) Lane
September 5, 2012
Dear Main, Locke, Dobbs, Bliss Families,
We are so sorry to hear about Bobby's passing...he was like another brother to me while we were growing up. He taught me songs I'll never forget, and never should repeat! He had an infectious laugh and gave the best bear hug ever. May he rest in peace. Gwennie, Mary, Susie...we are praying for comfort and strength for you and your families.
Jimmy Moses
September 5, 2012
Mrs Main, Mary Locke and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you confort.
Harold & Sandy Plunkett
September 5, 2012
Mrs. Main and Mary and family:
our thoughts and prayers are with all
of you as you go thru the days ahead.
John and Carolyn (Norris) Robinson
September 5, 2012
Our condolences to all the family at this time of your great losses.
John and Carolyn (Norris) Robinson
Rita Brogan
September 4, 2012
Gwenie, Susie & Mary,
There are no words that we can offer to comfort, but you know a Savior who does comfort. I know He is with you now. We, too, were heartbroken to hear this news, so we send all our love and prayers for endurance and peace your way. You know that all the Mains are very dear to our family. Love, Richard, Rita, Robin & Robert
Lila in Kansas
Julie in Kansas
Lucy Laine
September 4, 2012
Mary, I am sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. May he rest in God's peace. May our Lord ease your pain knowing your brother is in a beautiful place, God's House where there is no suffering or pain, only happiness and beautiful surroundings. Love... Lucy C. Laine
September 2, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers our with your family at this sad time. Jim & Kathy Kelley
Robert & Sandi (Knights) Molloy
September 2, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time!
Paula (Smith) Ricr
September 1, 2012
Dear Mrs Main, Susie & Mary,
Condolences to you & your extended families at his time of sorrow. I remember when Bobby was born & my Grandmother made little booties for him, which you always reminded me of in meeting over the years. May the memories of those sweet, happy years sustain you in your grief.
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