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Robert Hiroshi Doi
1954 - 2016
Robert Hiroshi Doi
1954 - 2016
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BORN
1954
DIED
2016
Robert Doi Obituary
Aug. 09, 1954 - May 25, 2016
Visalia
Robert Hiroshi Doi passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, May 25, 2016. Robert was born in San Pedro on August 9, 1954 and moved to Visalia in 1958. He attended Mt. Whitney High School and graduated in 1973. Robert married Patti Holahan in 1975, and they remained happily married for over 40 years until his passing.
Robert is preceded in death by his father, Kinichi "Pete" Doi of Visalia, CA. He is survived by his wife Patti of Visalia, son Robert Jr "Rob" from Southern California and daughter Marcy of Visalia. He is also survived by grandson Mario Arredondo, mother Saki Doi of Visalia, sister Carol Enos (brother-in-law Dennis) of San Luis Obispo and sister Sharon Sharp (brother-in-law Michael) of Lake Tahoe, Nevada. He is also survived by Maggie, his sweet and loving Westie terrier dog.
He and Patti have resided in Visalia since they were married. He had an incredible 26+ years serving the area Parks industry for both the City of Visalia and the City of Tulare. He ultimately retired from the City of Tulare as the Manager of Parks Maintenance and Construction in 2009. Robert lived life to the fullest! He enjoyed a variety of outdoor activities including sport fishing, competitive firearm shooting, and camping in their Airstream trailer at the coast and in the mountains. He also enjoyed riding Harley Davidson motorcycles, and smoking and BBQing meats for family and friends. But most importantly, he loved spending time just talking with people he cared about. Robert was the kind of guy who loved talking to everyone, was inquisitive and made and kept life-long friendships.
A Celebration of life is planned for Friday, June 3, 2016 at 11:30am in the Social Hall of the International Agri-Center, 4500 S. Laspina St. Tulare, CA 93274. Robert was the recipient of a life-saving heart transplant from Stanford University Medical Center in 2009. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Robert's name to Donor Network West, 12667 Alcosta Blvd., Suite 500; San Ramon, CA 94583. Condolences may be offered by logging onto www.salseranddillard.com
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Patricia Hauenstein
June 4, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. My husband Jim Hauenstein so enjoyed knowing your Robert enjoying the same passion of shooting.........May our sweet Lord bring you and your family peace and keep you in his loving arms.....I lost my Jim this past November...............God bless you, Patricia
Maria Avilez
June 3, 2016
I just wanted to extend my heart felt condolences to the Doi Family. I only met Robert a few times but that was enough to know what a good and kind man he was. May he rest in peace always.
lisa tackett
June 2, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I shot with Robert for many years at 5 dogs, Rankin Field, Fresno...anywhere friends gathered. When we weren't shooting bullets, we were telling lies about how great we just shot. I miss those times!
Peace be with you.
June 2, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss Patti. I really enjoyed shooting with Robert over the many years. He was fun to be around and a real gentleman, even when he shot a stage poorly, which wasn't very often. I looked forward to our lunches together the last couple of years when he felt like going. I will always remember the last time we were together at the house, talking old times, and about old friends. I will miss him very much, he was a great guy. God bless you and your family and Roberts Mom and sisters.
Eddy Dice
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Audrey Newbold
June 2, 2016
Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Robert was an all around good man and will surely be missed. May God be with you always,but especially in this difficult time.
Tammy Davis
June 2, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss Patti. Will be keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Janice Avila
June 1, 2016
I had the pleasure of working with Robert at the City of Visalia, and through that came to know Patti and love them both. Robert was a true gentleman. Even though he faced tough times, he was always smiling, positive, kind and humble. His dedication to the Cities of Visalia and Tulare through his hard work and commitment did not go unnoticed. Robert will be missed. Sending love and prayers to you Patti and the rest of the family. You will forever be part of the City of Visalia and City of Tulare families. Thank you for sharing Robert with the rest of us. Rest in Peace sweet Robert. I can only imagine you making people smile in heaven!
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