ROBERT MUNLEY

1930 - 2019

ROBERT MUNLEY obituary, 1930-2019, Waverly, PA

ROBERT MUNLEY

1930 - 2019

BORN

1930

DIED

2019

ROBERT MUNLEY Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 12, 2019.
MUNLEY--Robert. Bob was the son of the late Pennsylvania State Representatives Robert W. Munley and Marion L. Munley, and the grandson of state representative William J. "Ring" Munley, a dean of the Pennsylvania Legislature. He was a United States Army Veteran of the Korean War. His sixty-year career resulted in appellate decisions that transformed American law and set nationally recognized standards for the admissibility of trial evidence. Bob served as president of the Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association and on the American Association for Justice Board of Governors. He was among the first trial lawyers in the United States to earn Board Certification by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, and was a Fellow of the American Board of Trial Advocates and the International Society of Barristers. Bob's life was marked by service to community and quiet acts of charity. Lackawanna Pro Bono established the Robert W. Munley Distinguished Service Award in recognition of his pro bono work. He is survived by his wife of 59 years Bernadine Munley; children, Marion Munley (U.S. Rep. Matthew Cartwright), Bernadine Munley, Robert W. Munley III (Lora Pazzaglia), Daniel W. Munley (Valerie Jarusik), Christopher Munley (Dr. Maria Yager) and Caroline Munley (Edward Mullin); his brother, Senior U.S. District Judge James M. Munley (Dr. Kathleen Munley); nieces Judge Julia Munley (Pat Rogan) and Gwendolyn Munley (Shawn McQueeney), and 13 grandchildren.

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November 7, 2025

Hon. Marty&Kathy Kane, Ft Myers, Fl posted to the memorial.

November 26, 2024

Elizabeth M Tarasi posted to the memorial.

November 27, 2023

Mary F Rinaldi posted to the memorial.

Hon. Marty&Kathy Kane, Ft Myers, Fl

November 7, 2025

Dear Munley Family: We would like to express our most condolences on the recent passing of Atty Munley. A real gentleman and one classy Atty. Our thoughts&prayers are with your family at this time.

Elizabeth M Tarasi

November 26, 2024

One of the best ever. You'll always be in my memories thoughts and prayers. You and Lou are my angels

Mary F Rinaldi

November 27, 2023

May he continue to rest in peace.
Love and peace,
Mary F Rinaldi

Mary F Rinaldi

November 26, 2022

A blessed memory. I will always remember his many kindnesses shown to me and my late husband William P Rinaldi. Love and peace, Mary F Rinaldi

Robert Kashuba

March 26, 2020

Deepest sympathy to the entire Family for your loss. Judge "Jim" was such a wonderful Man and a special friend. He will be missed by so many.Love and Prayers for all of you.

Lucy Sassi

March 25, 2020

Many years ago I had the pleasure of selling Atty Munley a vehicle ... i got to know him at the time and he was a gem and a delight. The community respected and loved him... he will surely be missed. So sorry for your loss! Sending prayers.

Lucy Sassi

Glenn Nelson

December 15, 2019

Cokie and family,

We were deeply saddened to learn of Bob's passing. It is very difficult to lose one who was so intrical to you and your family structure. We hope that in time, with the help of friends and family, memories of joyful times will fill your lives and stories will bring smiles to your sadness.

Deanna & Glenn

ToniAnn Tomain

December 6, 2019

On behalf of my great-grandmother, Martha Munley, and my grandmother Ruth Tomain (née Munley) who shared countless uplifting and humorous stories about one of her lifelong favorite cousins. My condolences to the entire family, especially Bobby and Julia.

Joseph Butash (Late Joe Wargo Family)

December 6, 2019

Sorry for your loss.

Denice Nicolais

December 4, 2019

My prayers are with the entire Munley family at this time. Mr. Munley was kind and always a gentleman, Chris you may not remember but the last conversation we had about your dad was about his move to Clarks Summit how reluctant he was but once he got there how happy he was to look out the window and see nature birds deer and how happy that made him. He was truly a pleasure to know. Peace be with all of you at this time.

December 4, 2019

Chris & Maria,

Our condolences to you and the entire Munley family on the loss someone so meaningful in your lives. Robert was loved and respected by so very many people.

Bob & Marianne Vanston

Cala Tolerico

December 4, 2019

It was such a pleasure getting to know you for the few days that i did. You have an incredible family that i hope finds peace in this difficult time. May you rest in love, bob.

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Paul Mangine

December 4, 2019

My Condolences Bumper to you and your family for the loss of your father. May he Rest In Peace at the hands of the Almighty in heaven.

Lois Lowry

December 3, 2019

To the Munley Family.

Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Bob was a gentleman and wonderful person. He will be missed by all who knew him. RIP.

Patrick Zwanch

December 3, 2019

To the Munley Family;
So sorry about the loss of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Pat and Anne Zwanch

Francis G. Wenzel, Jr.

December 3, 2019

I am forever thankful to know and work with Bob and Munley Law. His generous spirit lead me to the firm. Thank God for his life.

Francis G. Wenzel, Jr.

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Dorothy Burda

December 3, 2019

Mr Manley was a true gentleman. Very kind and carling person. May he Rest In Peace.

Girard Histed

December 3, 2019

Very sorry to read of Bob's passing.
I remember him as an Archbald legend going way back to the church production of the Song of Bernadette in the old St. Thomas Aquinas parish hall. Or was that his brother?
May your memories of a life well-lived comfort you at this most sad time.

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Janet Hodge

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Mary Dougher Hunter

December 3, 2019

My condolences to the entire Munley family. Have known Bob and Jimmy since childhood. Wonderful people.

Indiana Paulino and family

December 2, 2019

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

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INDIANA paulino

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Don Carey

December 2, 2019

Munley Family so sorry for your loss .

Debbie McGoldrick

December 2, 2019

We loved honoring Mr. Munley at our annual Irish Legal 100 celebration at the home of the Irish ambassador to the U.S., in Washington DC, in 2015. Most of the Munleys were on hand for the party, and we had a great time. Mr. Munley was a gentleman and a proud Irishman. His children carry on his legacy. Very, very sorry to hear of his passing.

December 2, 2019

Dear Mrs.Bernadine Munley,
Sr.US District Judge,
James M. Munley, &
devoted families:

Our most sincere sympathy on the
loss of your beloved husband &
brother.

May his soul rest in peace in his
heavenly home.

"God" bless you all at this most
sorrowful time.

Ret. Chief, Michael L. Mroczka, &
wife, Marian T. Mroczka,
Mayfield, Pa.

Beverly Cardoni and family

December 2, 2019

Mrs.Munley and family ,so sorry to hear of Mr.Munley's passing he was a wonderful man our prayers are with you and your family.

Mary Cary

December 2, 2019

My favorite time was filming Mr. Munley. What a wonderful sense of humor and gentle kindness in his eyes. I feel honored to have had some time working with him and his whole family. Sending big love from California. (Mary Cary filmmaker and marketing director)

Margaret Denney

December 2, 2019

The Munley Family, Very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and Prayers to all of you.

December 2, 2019

Very nice Man. Condolences to the Munley Family ..May he rest now

Florence Murray

December 2, 2019

I am very sorry for your loss, Marion and Dan and the rest of the family. Your father clearly was a hero and a champion for so many, which can make the heartache even more difficult to bear. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

William Lee

December 2, 2019

My condolences to Bernadine. the children and the entire Munley Family. Above all Bob was a good man. I first met Bob when I was still in law school. He was just forming a criminal law firm with Christopher Powell Sr., Peter T. O'Malley and himself, to be known as Powell, Munley and O'Malley. I worked for all three. What a trip! Godspeed.

Marita Paparelli

December 2, 2019

We consider ourselves very fortunate to have known and worked with Mr. Munley. He was an inspiration towards humanity and to be kind to others less fortunate. We will miss his presence on this earth but know he will always be there in spirit to those he loved. God Bless you Mr. Munley. We will miss you as many also will too. Our hearts go out to your family. Our daughter who you graciously hired to work at your firm,Andrea Paparelli,was particularly fond of you. You are an inspiration to her to be a good and compassionate attorney. You inspired many in countless ways. Love, Joe and Marita Paparelli

December 2, 2019

We're very sorry for the loss of Bob. He was a good man and will always be remembered for his acts of kindness. May God Bless Bob and all of his family.

Sincerely,
Tom & Debbie Ruddy

Mary Rinaldi

December 2, 2019

Dearest Bernadine and Family,
Please accept my most sincere and loving condolences on the loss of Bob. I have had admiration and respect for him for several decades. He was always supportive of me and my late husband, Bill.
Bob will now be a blessed memory in my heart.
Please excuse me from expressing my sympathy is person as I am out of town.
Your are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love and peace,
Mary F. Rinaldi

Mary Mursch

December 2, 2019

To entire Munley Family, Our deepest sympathies Bob was a great person. God Bless Him and his Family. from the Mursch Family

Judith Roemer

December 2, 2019

My prayers and condolences to all Bob's family. Being a part of you for so many years with George has always been a consoling memory for me. May Bob rest is peace.
Sr. Judith Roemer

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Joseph Kerekes

December 2, 2019

Dan, and Family,

I am sorry to hear of your father's passing, he was a true gentleman and amazing leader in the community and a role model for many. Please try to remember all of the great years you have all spent together as a family during this difficult time. May GOD BLESS YOU ALL & MAY ROBERT REST IN PEACE!

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Vincent Rizzo

December 2, 2019

A better man I have yet to meet. My condolences to Bob's family. May he rest in peace.

Teddy & Cindy Michel

December 2, 2019

Our family's love and prayers to the Munleys. My God continue to hold you in the palm of his hand.

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