Carl J. Robie III

My sincere condolences to the Robie family - just came across the obituary by accident. My name is Jon Walheim. I was a freestyler and swam for LaSalle High School and LaSalle College in Philly. I also swam summers in college for Vesper. One of my best swimming accomplishments was swimming the freestyle leg of the medley relay with Carl. We won the AAU Easterns and went to the nationals in1966 - only managed a 6th place finish in the finals. But, as others have said, my most exciting moment in swimming was not Mark Spitz or Michael Phelps but standing on my chair cheering and watching Carl in that outside lane winning the most deserved Olympic gold medal of all time.
Our paths never crossed again after that relay as I went on to med school while Carl was in law school, but I will always remember Carl.
Jon Walheim
Doylestown PA

The Kraus family; Agnes(mom)who worked the table w/Mrs.Frances Robie, brothers Fred (freestyle) and David(f

lyer) trained with Carl at Kelly Pool and the Aquarium Pool. We are all together for Christmas & I told them of Carls' passing We all had some memories with Carl & his mom and dad and sister Denise at Kelly Pool. We practiced w/ the girls at the recreation pool during the summer. He was the only male at Vesper that I know of to go to the Olympics and win twice. I watched him on Wide World of Sports at the New London Submarine Base 1964.
I told the sailors watching I swam with him, and they didn't believe me.
Carl, Peter Grace, Skip(George) Thornber and I won Gold @ the National AAU Age Group Meet 1961. After going off the tower we headed out for some food. Kelly bought at Lintens City Line ave. He regreted buying us food. He said we ate more than the rowers. It was the best time of my life. I never gave up competition. I have my own real estate business Conrad J Kraus Real Estate Inc.40 years with my wife and Jennie Grace Homes Inc. owned by my wife Jennie. You may remember us Chris. We had lunch with u and Carl at Marina Jacks restaurant on a short notice New Years eve day '96. He had just moved in to the new brick office on Fruitville Rd. Carl represented the leader of our Vesper Swim team. I'm sure he was a leader in Sarasota business community and his YMCA & golf club.
Connie & Jennie Kraus
284 Brae Bourn Rd.
Huntingdon Valley Pa. 19006

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Carl. I swam and carpooled with Denise and have many wonderful memories of Carl driving us to practice through the streets of Fairmount Park in his vet, waving to everyone we saw on the street! He always joked with us and gave us words of encouragement before meets. My deepest sympathy to the entire Robie family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sandy Williams
Cape May Court House, NJ

You were a dear friend and will be missed.

47 years have passed since we shared a swimming pool at PMA. Our lives took seperate directions but the memories of a simpler time remain.

Please accept my sincere condolences.

Dick Diego

I swam with CJ. at PMA I also trained at Vespar Boat Club under George Breen. I went to the men's nationals at 15 years of age on a relay with Robie Rerych worth and myself, Morris Spitzer. Carl was a role model and a dear close friend. God bless the Robie family.

Carl was a good friend at meets during the early years, 1957 - 1962. He was always friendly and everyone loved watching him swim fly. My favorite Olympic moment is screaming at my TV when he won in 1968. I swam 200 fly during my workout this morning in his honor. I'll always remember him fondly, and I send my sincerest sympathy to all his family and friends.

Bob Husson, York PA YMCA

Dear Chris, CJ and Mandy, Dave and I are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. I will always remember all our swim meets and Bolles days. Dave and Sue Matuszak

Chris, I am so sorry that you have lost Carl - a wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

I am deeply saddened by news of the passing of my first best friend". Bless you, Chris. My prayers are with you.

The Robie Family: very saddened to hear of Carl's passing. I swam with Carl at the Vesper Boat Club during the early to late 1960's at Kelly Pool in Fairmount Park along with George Breen and others. Carl was a wonderful role model and friend to all. His comeback at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics was one of the greatest in swimming history. I will keep the memories of Carl, Kelly Pool, and Fairmount Park close to me forever.

The Robie Family: very saddened to hear of Carl's passing. I swam with Carl at the Vesper Boat Club in the early to late 1960's at Kelly Pool in Fairmount Park. Many, many fond memories of Carl, George Breen and others. Carl was a wonderful role model and friend to all. His comeback at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics was one of the greatest in swimming history. I will keep those memories close to me forever.

Dear Chrisy: Oh, How I cried, when I saw Carl's name that was listed in the newspaper!
He helped me so much when my son died and I had to lean on Carl during the settlement of my son's estate.

You are in my prayers, as you go on in life without your wonderful husband. However, your children will be near to you during this time, and my thoughts will be close to you, at this painful time.

I will miss his steady voice, whenever I had a problem that he was able to solve without much trouble, and he always had a smile in his voice whenever he was able to help me in all of my troubles. (I have written 2 books, and he is in them!)
Fondly, Dotty Caless

Dear Chris,CJ,Mandy and Family,
We cannot believe it. Our sorrow is very deep. Words can't express how we feel. Remembrances of the past and such wonderful, happy times with you and Carl make us smile and will never be forgotten. John is coming and I unfortunately cannot be there in body but will be there in thought and prayer.
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you,CJ,Mandy and Carl's sisters.
Love with deepest sympathy,
John and Louise Havas

What a wonderful legacy he has left for his family. May your memories of him sustain you at this heartbreaking time, others feel your loss.

Sending our sympathies and prayers as you face the days and weeks ahead. We never forget our Torch Lake family.....
With love,
Julie Ransome deTar and all of the deTar clan

I always remember Carl with fondness he was a true friend,
a wonderful man.
I know he will always be there in spirit. My thoughts and prayers go to the family.

John Rueger(Reno Nevada)

Chris,

It was with great saddness that Barbara & I learned of Carl's passing. Please know that you and your family are remembered in out thoughts and prayers.

I swam with Carl the summer of 1968 at Foxcatcher and I have very fond memories of him. I was only 13 years old but was competing in the Olympic Trials for the first time and Carl was very encouraging to me. He was so confident that he was going back to get the gold and I will never forget watching him do it from my living room in Havertown, PA. My heart goes out to his family and friends. I will always think of him fondly.
Veronica Stroup Holz

Dear Chris,
I was shocked to learn of Carl's death this morning. What a blessing to have known him all these years. It seems like yesterday we were at Fort Bragg. He was an inspiration and a breath of fresh air. My heart goes out to you, CJ and Mandy.

Carl was the perfect role model & what every man & parent should strive to be .. this world will miss him dearly .

Chris, I'll miss seeing him gracefully skimming through the water at the Euclid Y. Always a smile and kind word to all.

Chris, Amanda, and CJ we are so sorry to hear about Carl. He was bigger than life, and an amazing man. Cherish the fabulous memories you have as family.

Amanda,
Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. My deepest condolensces to you and your family.

Dear Chris and kids: Carl is unforgettable. His dedication to everything he found worthwhile was inspiring to me from an early age, as was his kindness, wit, and authenticity. On behalf of our family, we recognize the significance of your loss and offer our Deepest Sympathy, Anne

Carl was a great friend in law school. He has left wonderful, lasting memories with all of his classmates and friends from Dickinson. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Dear Chris & Children: We were so saddened and shocked by the news of Car'ls death. I always enjoyed his company and delighted in his accomplishments. Although we haven't been in touch for a long time, I always knew I could call him at anytime and it was as though we chatted often. I know he will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Our deepest condolensces go out to you and your family. ..Angelo & Sonia Santiago & fa.

So very sorry to hear that! My heart goes out to Chris and the family. Carl made a big impact in my life and I will never forget him for that.

Amanda, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this diffiuclt time.

Amanda and family: we are truly and deeply sorry that you lost your amazing father and husband. May his love forever keep you warm and the wonderful memories he gave to you be an eternal gift of happiness. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and we wish you well during this very difficult time.

The entire Crystal Media Networks family is thinking about all of you at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Carl was a great friend growing up. We were best friends when we were little I have nothing but the warmest memories of Carl . My prayers go out to his family. He was a wonderful person.
Larry Hartnett

Dear Chris, Mandy and CJ,
Carl was a powerful influence and an inspiration for everyone to keep on going despite all odds. His dedication to his family and to helping others will always be a treasured memory. I've been swimming a mile a day for years - and always finish with a lap of the butterfly stoke - Thanks to Carl!
I'm keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Carol

Chris and family, our deepest condolences to you. Carl was a neat guy and we'll miss him a lot.
Jim & Susan