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Bob Lima Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jan. 20 to Jan. 22, 2023.

Manuel 'Bob' Lima passed away peacefully at home on January 18th 2023 at 7 am after a seven month fight with liver cancer. He was 76 years old. Bob began his career in radio while still a teenager, starting as a disc jockey and producer in South Florida and advancing into management. Finally, he became part-owner of a radio station. Bob was a consummate professional. He mentored many people during his career, imparting his passion for his craft.

Bob was born in Havana, Cuba, but came to the U.S. at the age of 8 months. He grew up in Miami, Florida. He attended St Matthew Catholic Church in Largo. He leaves behind his wife, Stella, of 55 years, his daughter, Julie Lima Champion, and three grandchildren, Kayla, Austin and Riley. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Michelle Lima. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather, with an offbeat sense of humor. He will be missed dearly by family and friends. 'May flights of Angels sing thee to thy rest'. We love you. Visitation will be at the Hubbell Funeral Home Chapel, 499 N. Indian Rocks Rd., Belleair Bluffs, FL 33770 January 25, 2023 from 5 to 7 PM. Funeral Mass at St Matthew Catholic Church 9111 90th Ave, Largo, FL 33777 January 26, 2023 at 11AM. www.HubbellFuneralHome.com

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January 30, 2023

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January 26, 2023

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January 24, 2023

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Trish Springer

January 30, 2023

Prayers and Loving Thoughts with Stella and Family. I got to know Bob from Kiwanis and on the Recreation Advisory Board. He also helped out on my City Election Campaigns...he would always do his Radio Voice at our meetings. A very kind, dear loving soul. He will be truly missed.

Margaret Lynagh

January 26, 2023

With happy memories of one of your visits to London. This is Hyde Park 2014. With love, Margaret

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Jim Fulton

January 23, 2023

Bob was a great boss. His wit and devotion to making the radio stations number one are the things I will remember most about Bob. I am so very sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed.

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Prissy boutcher

January 22, 2023

Knowing Bob from the time I began walking leaves room huge memories... From the inception of the MidnightRiders BOYS ONLY club where he and Steve were co-presidents and founders... Me, the ONLY girl allowed near, but never into the club...They had a better use for me, test dummy for carnival backyard rides we'd create. If I wasnt severly injured or dead after riding, it was good for the BOYS ONLY.
Rest of our kid antics another time
I ALWAYS considered him my 'other brother', and he is soooo sorely missed.
My heart and prayers go out to Stella and family

Susan G McClellan

January 21, 2023

I'm so very, very sorry for your loss. Bob was a wonderful man with a keen sense of humor.

We will all miss Bob's warm greetings as he walked Cody throughout Thurston Groves.

Please know I´m here to share in you grief, anger, sorrow, and cherished memories whenever you want to talk. I'm only a phone call or text away.

You and yours, on both sides of eternity, are in my thoughts and prayers always.

Steven Young

January 21, 2023

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Susan G McClellan

January 21, 2023

I'm so sorry for your loss. Bob was a such wonderful man with a keen sense of humor. Everyone in Thurston Groves will miss his friendly greetings as he walked Cody throughout the neighborhood.

Although no words can ease your pain and sorrow, please know I´m here to share in your grief, your anger, your sorrow, and your fond memories whenever you need me. I'm just a phone call or text away.

You and yours, on both sides of eternity, are in my thoughts and prayers today and always.

Kathi Howell

January 20, 2023

Bob was a special man. My father Edwin Deering, knew him through Kiwannis. Bob and Stella always came to his birthday parties and had the most thoughtful and creative gifts! One year he made a video of pictures that I had given him and set it to music, it was a priceless gift, the kind my dad loved the most and we will always treasure!
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Peace be with Stella and his family, he will be missed.
Kathi Howell

Cindy Deering

January 20, 2023

I was so sorry to hear of Bob´s passing. He was always so faithful together with Stella in coming to my father-in-law Edwin Deering´s birthday parties. May you know God´s comfort and peace during this difficult time

January 20, 2023

May your memories give you peace and comfort of your loved one. Words fall short of expressing my sorrow for the loss of your loved one. May GOD be with you all during this difficult time. 1 Thessalonians 4:14 For if we have faith that Jesus died and rose again, so too God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep in death through Jesus.

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