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Robert E. "Bob" Lea

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Robert Lea Obituary

September 2, 1932 - September 7, 2013 Bob lived in New York until the age of 10, at which time his family moved to Southern California. He joined the US Army at 17 and achieved the rank of Sergeant. Bob was a lifelong learner and will be remembered for his cheerful smile, friendly demeanor, and sense of humor; for his love of boating, music, and any type of card game (most recently Bridge;) for his grace on the dance floor; and especially for the dignity and inner strength with which he met life's challenges. Bob will be dearly missed by the members of his large family and remembered with great fondness by his friends. A Memorial Mass will be held at American Martyrs Church in Manhattan Beach on Saturday, September 21, at 10:00a.m.

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Published by Los Angeles Times from Sep. 15 to Sep. 17, 2013.

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John & Margie Donoghue

October 23, 2013

My memories of Bob go back to the '40's when we were school mates. He and his family wrapped their arms around me when I was really in need. We entered the Army together, and last saw Bob at 50 year reunion. Rest in Peace Dear friend;Yoy have reached your final goal! Jesus, Mary, & Joseph-Welcome The Man!

Jim and Judy Scott

September 26, 2013

Our sincere sympathy goes out to Bob's family. He was one of a kind. His warmth, ready smile, and devilish sense of humor made him a lovable adversary at the bridge table. He was a wonderful example of how to deal positively with physical challenges. One of our favorite Bob memories is the time when, in mock anger over a bridge result, he removed his prosthesis and shook it at Jim in a gleefully threatening way! He and Ginger are sorely missed by our bridge gang.

September 20, 2013

Bob, I know your spirit is still with us even though you won't be playing bridge with us anymore. I will really miss you. You always had a positive spirit even in the face of many personal adversities. You were very kind and understanding when we made terrible mistakes. I never heard a sharp word out of your mouth. I remember all the lessons you taught us over the years. It really helped me to be a better bridge player and seeing your approach to life made me a better person. You have earned your eternal reward.

Bill Busch

Barbara Busch

September 20, 2013

Bob, I'll never forget all the bridge lessons you conducted for us; now we don't have anyone to answer our questions, bridge will never be quite the same without you. I think of you every day when I read the bridge column, and still have all the bridge columns you cut out--they go all over the world with me. We had so much fun every week, and you truly were a gentleman, as someone said. I'm sure that heaven is even a more happier place now that you're there. Barbara Busch

Chick Thorsell

September 19, 2013

Margi and I will miss you kindness, your sense of humor. You were ever a gentleman (in the true sense of the word) and an example for all to follow of good sportsmanship. May all your slams be grand!

Rick R.

September 18, 2013

I will truly miss you my friend. You were like a big brother to me.
RIP dear friend.

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