Robert E. Warthan

I am so saddened by Bobby's recent passing. I so wanted to attend his funeral but a last minute appointment prevented me from doing so. I didn't know Bobby in recent years but visited his family on Woodfin Rd when I was a child. Back then, we visited often as he and his brother, Dickie, were my first cousins. My condolences go out to his wife and family.

I, too, knew Bobby. We lived on Woodfin Road for several years and played games together. Then went on to Hilton Elementary, and Warwick High.

I remember Bobby as being a very nice friend, as was Dicky. I think of the two of them every time I pass Woodfin Road, Main Street, or Warwick High.

I'm sure he will be greatly missed by everyone whoever knew him ... especially you Molly. I understand because I lost my husband of 43 years in February.

Nancy (Post) Heinbach

Molly Jo I am so sorry to read of Bob's passing. I know he suffered and that he is resting comfortably now. I wanted to get to his memorial service and could not. Bob and I were part of the early good Hilton time and enjoyed the times that other friends and I could just be the boys. A great guy and I am sure he will be missed. With deep sympathy, the best to you and your family.

Molly,
My sincere condolences to you and your family for your loss. May God comfort and keep you.

I graduated from Old Dominion College June 10, married Carol June 17, and started working for Bob at NN Ship Purchasing June 26, 1967. I left the following year to begin a 40 year banking career. Bob was a great boss, always calm, considerate, great people person, and good company man. I had not seen Bob since 1968 until about 3 years ago when I was picking up my twin grandchildren Mandy & Drew Walls from Hilton Elementary School. I sat down waiting for the bell when I heard a voice two rows behind me say "Hello Liv Whiting". It was Bob with Molly picking up one of one of their grandchildren. I didn't realize he was there and he spoke first after 45 years. Bob mentioned he attended Hilton in the 1950s and been recently ask to speak to a Hilton class about student life at that time. He said one of the students asked what his email address had been as a 1950s Hilton student, and he had to answer he was before the invention of email! Bob loved Hilton and didn't go far working on Huntington Avenue for NN Ship.

Molly,
So sorry to hear of Bobs passing. My prayers are with you and your family.

Molly and Family,

I am so sorry to read of Bob's passing. He like Herm fought the good fight with such courage. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Much love to all of the family.

Susie Perry
Williamsburg, VA

Bob was my first boss at NNS, a fellow Randolph Macon alumni, gentleman, and friend. So sorry to hear of his passing.

I knew Bobby from Hilton School ,pier & Warwich High.
I am sorry for your loss!

Molly & Family, I am so sad to hear that Bob has passed away. He fought his battle and I am sure he is at peace now. My thoughts and prayers go to all of you as you cope with this loss. Love to all.

Molly, Bob was a wonderful person and I know you will miss him greatly. You and your family are in my prayers. God bless you and your family.

I grew up with Bobby, in fact we lived next door to each other along the James River, The River was our playground and we had a gang called the River Rats that built shacks and piers from "borrowed" lumber and fished and crabbed and water skied and had clay ball battles. Life was good as a kid growing up on the River. I believe I am the only one left, Bobby will be missed along with Jimmy and Paul and Billy and Tommy and Harrison.
John Dickinson
Sarasota, Florida