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Robert Hampton Obituary

Robert C. Hampton January 8, 1933 August 30, 2014 Robert C. Hampton, 81, of State College died August 30, 2014, at his residence. Born January 8, 1933, in Morgan Run, Clearfield County, he was a son of the late Clark and Esther (Anderson) Hampton. On October 20, 1979, he married Carolyn (Weakland) Mullen who survives at home. He was a life member of the State College American Legion and a life member of the Elks BPOE 1600. He enjoyed playing his guitar and piano, hunting, golfing and watching boxing and western movies, but his greatest enjoyment was spending time with his family. Bob was an avid Pirate and Penn State Football fan. Bob was preceded in death by his parents; his three sons, Robert C., Jr., Lenny S. and Roderick A. Hampton; four brothers and three sisters. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a step-daughter, Lisa (Jeff) Daub; four grandchildren, Christina Lewis, Carl and Jason Hampton and Jared Ross; one brother, Donald Hampton; and seven great grandchildren. Visitation will be at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, September 4, 2014, at the Mark D. Heintzelman Funeral and Cremation Services, 1034 Benner Pike, State College. A memorial service will follow at 3:00 p.m. with the Reverend J. Ray Baker officiating and military honors in accord. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Bob's name may be made to the American Cancer Society, 123 S. Sparks Street, State College, PA 16801. A guest book can be signed or condolences sent to the family at wwwheintzelmanfuneralhome.com

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Published by Knoxville News Sentinel on Sep. 3, 2014.

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January 8, 2015

Oh Carolyn, I can't believe he's gone. So many memories, so much fun! A true friend. He will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathy to you. Sending prayers your way.......Love Chuck and Judy

Ken Barner

September 8, 2014

Carolyn, I am so sorry to hear about Bob, a dear friend you could ever find. My sympathy is with & family. Wish I could be there, to help in any way.

Greg & LuAnn Yearick

September 8, 2014

So sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

September 5, 2014

Dear Carolyn
So sorry to hear about Bob's passing. He was a wonderful man and always had a smile on his face.Please accept our sincere sympathy and Prayers
Paul, Wanda Gordon

Ernie Hampton

September 5, 2014

Uncle Bobby was a very kind and good-hearted man. He always came up and spoke to me when he shopped at the Walmart where I work! When my Dad was ill he visited him twice at the hospital and at home. God bless him…
— Ernest C. Hampton Jr.

Rachel Unger

September 4, 2014

Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.

Jim, Rachel, Seth, and Hannah Unger

September 4, 2014

My deepest sympathy to you for your loss. Please find comfort in God our refuge and strength, in times of distress (Psalms 46:1).

Bruce and Beverly Hunter

September 4, 2014

Our thoughts are with you at this time. Very sorry to hear of Bobs passing. Always enjoyed talking with him at the golf course and Bruce enjoyed his trips to Myrtle Beach with him.

Patricia Knee

September 3, 2014

Carolyn,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Jack & Pat Knee
Johnstown, PA

Kathie Wentzel

September 3, 2014

Carolyn, So sorry for your loss.

Jeanie Andrews

September 3, 2014

Carolyn - So sorry to hear of Bobby's passing. I always enjoyed golfing with Bobby and my thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.

John and Deb Yeager

September 3, 2014

Our sympathies to Carolyn and the family. Bob was a good man and a friend to anyone who knew him. Having worked with him for 20 years, I know him as a person who always gave you his best. I'll always remember our trip to Pebble Beach. RIP

September 3, 2014

Caroline,
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Bob was someone that always had a smile and made you smile back. He will be missed by many.

Cookie Van Pelt and Family
Hurricane, WV

Mike Stasko

September 3, 2014

To Bob's Family and Friends....sending thoughts and prayers to all. I worked for Bob many years ago while at MuRata.

Lee and Kay Dean

September 3, 2014

Carolyn and family: So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Always so nice to run into you guys on occasion. He will be truly missed. Our sympathies

Jim Reeder

September 3, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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