Stanley R. "Rob" Flaggs III
Stanley R. "Rob" Flaggs III
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STANLEY R. "ROB" III
35, of McConnellsburg, PA, died Wednesday, May 3, 2006 with his family present at York Hospital, PA from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. Born April 15, 1971 in Baltimore, MD, he was the son of Stanley Robert Flaggs, Jr. of Gettysburg, PA and Shirley Krill Flaggs of Pittsburgh, PA. Rob was raised in Pittsburgh and attended Keystone Oaks High School. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1989 to 1993 and was on board the USS Warden during Operation Desert Storm. Following the war, he worked as a protective services officer at the V.A. Hospital in Pittsburgh and was a member of the Bridgeville, PA Police Department. He graduated from the Pennsylvania State Police Academy on December 9, 2005 and was a Pennsylvania State Trooper until the present. Surviving, in addition to his parents, are sister Jennifer Jones of Pittsburgh; paternal grand parents Stanley R. Flaggs, Sr. and Mary Flaggs of Cambridge, MD and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends may call Saturday, May 6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the SKILES FUNERAL HOME, 210 West Main Street, Emmitsburg, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 4 p.m. Saturday at the Chapel of St. Mary on the Hill at the Grotto of Lourdes, Emmitsburg, by the Rev. Jack Lombardi. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the PA. State Police Camp Cadet, P.O. Box 60676, Harrisburg, PA 17106-0676.
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Michelle Handa
April 15, 2010
Remembered today, tomorrow and loved & missed always.
-Shel
Tina Vasilatos-Gdovic, R.N.
October 30, 2007
To the Flaggs family,
I knew Rob from high school and only just found out of his passing, on Sunday, from a friend. I am so sorry to hear of his untimely passing. He was a funny, friendly, sweet kid back at KOHS and I'm sure he didn't change much since, only to become a funny, friendly, sweet man. Please accept my sympathy and condolences for your loss of such a great person. God be with you all always.
l manzini
May 24, 2007
rob it has been over a year but you have not been forgotten you are still in our memories and hearts
anon anon
April 16, 2007
somewhere up there, you're watching everyone and smiling down upon them
FRANZ ZYGMUNTOWICZ
September 9, 2006
TO THE FLAGGS FAMILY,
ROB WAS A GREAT GUY ALWAYS THERE TO HELP WITHOUT ASKING.HE WILL BE MISSED.THE SERVICE WAS VERY TOUCHING AND I WAS PROUND TO HAVE BEEN THERE ON HIS FINAL PATROL.HE WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS.
a friend
May 31, 2006
Dear Flaggs Family,
Our sincerest condolences to your family on the loss of Rob.
As a former resident of Bridgeville I had the pleasure of knowing Rob. He certainly touched my life personally through my son who was going through some tough times as a teenager. Rob was always understanding and willing to help both my son and I as these difficulties unfolded. He was kind, concerned and a stand up young man who always reached out to us. Through his kindness and concern my son has turned his life around. Rob played a very big part in that turnaround with his concern and kindness.
We both will miss him deeply.
Arturo Saunderese
May 18, 2006
To the Flaggs & Handa families: My deepest sympathies & condolences. You will be in my thoughts & prayers...God bless.
Bill Baldwin
May 12, 2006
To the Flaggs Family: I never had the pleasure of meeting Rob. I am a friend of Michelle's and from what she had said and from what I have read here, he sounded like a man I would have been proud to know. May the blessing of God the almighty Father give you all the assurance that Rob is with Him and awaits the day he sees you again. God, bless these fine people and keep them strong in your faith and love.
My deepest sympathy to you
Bill
SouthBridge EMS
May 11, 2006
Mrs. Flaggs and family,
Its difficult to find the words to express feelings at this time. Those of us who knew Rob know what a special guy he was and we mourn his loss along with you.
Administration, staff and families of SouthBridge EMS (Bridgeville, South Fayette Twp. and Cecil Twp.)
C. L. Dixon
May 10, 2006
Rob was an exceptional guy. Very caring, open and loving. He always went out of his way to make you smile. He was so confident and knew what he wanted out of life and was not afraid to go after it. I will always cherish the "friendship" we had and I will never forget him. My thoughts and prayers are with the Flaggs family. May you find peace knowing the difference he made in all the lives he touched.
Lori Kleppner
May 8, 2006
To the Flaggs family: Rob was a special person, and it was privlege to call him my friend. I miss him very much and will never forget him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
sandy crisco
May 8, 2006
To the Flaggs family,
As a Bridgeville police officer Rob has helped us out on many of ambulance calls here at SouthBridge
ems.He was always a kind and caring individual that will be missed by all.You have my deepest sympathy.
Deborah Colosimo
May 7, 2006
To the Flaggs family and Michelle Handa,
Our deepest sympathy to you all. Rob was a wonderful man who will be truly missed. As a Bridgeville Police Officer he was an asset to this community, always ready and willing to be of service. I was glad he followed his dream of becoming a PA State Trooper, but I was sorry to see him leave Bridgeville. He was always so helpful to me as council member. I am glad I had the pleasure of knowing him. May he rest in eternal peace.
The Colosimo Family
Aaron and Laurie Zola
May 7, 2006
To the Flaggs Family, you have our deepest sympathy in this difficult time in your life. Rob was a wonderful man and will be missed by all that had the honor of knowing him. May he rest in peace.
Joann and Robert Handa
May 6, 2006
To the Flaggs Family,
May God give you all the strength you need at this most difficult time. We share your grief and you have our deepest sympathy.
Jim Slivka
May 5, 2006
Stan -
My deepest sympathy.
Jim Slivka
Pete Henderson
May 5, 2006
I first met Robbie back when he and I worked as armed officers in the Pittsburgh Public Housing areas.
From day one, I knew that Rob was an exceptional and unique individual.
From there we became friends and spent much time hanging around one another. My wife and I enjoyed having him as an overnight guest on several occasions at our home, and on our family farm.
I've known many people in my life and can honestly say that Rob gave us some of the best times of our lives. He always knew the right thigs to say, he was blessed with emotion and there wasn't a time within the duration of our friendship that we said an unkind word to each other.
I can express without hesitation that we absolutedly LOVED and will continue to love this man with all of our hearts.
Being that I'm a Police Officer, I relate to many of Robs experiences and feel proud to say that he set and example regarding brotherly love and how it's supposed to be in the Law Enforcement Community.
I find myself tremendously gracious to the fact that I had the opportunity to be one of the lucky ones that was able to watch this man grow and make his dreams come true. Work did not scare Rob and he proved that you can make it happen if you put enough heart into it. Such an inspiration.
Rob Flaggs, there will NEVER be a day that we don't think of you and thank god for the opportunity that we had you in our lives. I know you'll be watching over us and keeping me safe when I'm working bro.
To the family, we will keep you in our prayers and never ever forget Rob and the amazing man he was.
I salute you Rob.
Pete Henderson
Penn Borough Police Department
North Irwin Police Department
Jeannette E.M.S.
Lori Henderson
May 5, 2006
Sweet dreams Rob, we will miss you... Love, Pete, Lori, Kiersten and Holly.
Jonathan Ferguson
May 5, 2006
I never met him, but i heard alot of ppl talk about him and how much good he did for the borough of bridgeville. U have my deepest sympathy and Flaggs family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
K.O. Hockeyfriend
May 5, 2006
Take care, Rob. You were a great person and an outstanding "copper". May God be with you and your family.
Linda Langer & Tom Sage
May 5, 2006
Jennifer and her family - We're so sorry to hear about Rob's death. Your thoughts and prayers are with us and with deepest sympathy to you all at this time of sorrow.
Roger & Jody Itzel
May 5, 2006
To Rob, you might be gone but we will never forget you!!!!!!
To the Flaggs family, Rob was my best friend, a coworker, and my partner and now I believe he will be a Guardian Angel to all of us. It does not seem fair to take such a wonderful man at the prime of his life, but God must have better plans for this great man. Lets be thankful for the memories Rob gave to us all in his short time here with us.
Our deepest Sympathies goes out to the Flaggs family and all that had the chance to meet Rob,I know in time we will meet again until then you will always be in our hearts.
Rob we Love and Miss you greatly,
Jamie and Sharon Schidek
May 5, 2006
To the Flaggs Family
Rob was a great friend, we rode with him while he was still living here in Bridgeville. He was always checking in to see how we were doing, always taking care of others. He will be missed.
Vevette McCaskey & Doug McMillen
May 5, 2006
You are all in our thoughts & prayers. Rob was one of the best and will always be remembered.
Eric Kush
May 5, 2006
Dear Flaggs Family,
Your son was a good man with a kind heart, we will miss him dearly, as will the children of Bridgeville. we went through great lengths to keep them safe.
God be with you in your time of sorrow.
The Bridgeville Athletic Assoc.
May 5, 2006
MY SYMPATHY TO THE FLAGGS FAMILY. I KNEW ROB WHEN HE WAS A POLICE OFFICER IN BRIDGEVILLE. HE DID THE POLICE FORCE GREAT JUSTICE. HE WAS HONEST, SINCERE, A FRIEND AND A MENTOR TO SO MANY OF THE YOUNG CHILDREN. HE SPOKE TO THEM AND TRULY CARED ABOUT THEIR FUTURE. HE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY. REST IN PEACE ROB.
Susan Dugan
May 5, 2006
It was my privlege to meet Rob when I worked at Splash Water Sports. He was a joy to know. My sympathies to his family and friends.
Susan Dugan
May 5, 2006
Peggy Yalch
May 5, 2006
We are truly sad to learn of Rob's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Flaggs Family at this difficult time. Peg & Matey Yalch & Family
JOY RAPP
May 5, 2006
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOST..PLEASE ACCEPT MY HEART FELT PRAYERS..I AM A FRIEND OF MICHELLE'S..WE WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR ALL OF YOU DAILEY..
GOD BLESS
JOY
Paul Falavolito
May 5, 2006
There are simply not enough words to describe how Rob touched all of our lives. I will hold all of our memories and adventures from our past near and dear to my heart. I will pray for your eternal rest and for comfort and strength for your family and friends. The emptiness we feel without you will last the rest of our days. We will miss your smile, laughter and warmth you brought with you to each and every room you entered. Thanks for making me laugh, for being a great friend and dive buddy. I love you man, anchors aweigh.....Fav
Linda and Don Manzini
May 5, 2006
Flaggs Family,
Our deepest sympathies goes out to your family in the loss of Rob. He was a wonder police officer and friend.
Rob is in our hearts and soul.
He will always be remembered for the kind and caring man that he was.
He was always there to listen and never to judge.
He was a friend to the young and old.
Rob will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
He will always be in our hearts and memories.
Rob will be missed deeply by all.
Our prayers go out to all of Rob's family and friends.
The Manzini Family
Michelle Handa
May 5, 2006
My love - I miss you so much. I know you are in a better place and are now watching over all of us. You've touched so many lives, and I'm glad now that you are in a position to finally be able to see all the good you've done in your lifetime. I was honored to be on the Harley for your last ride, honored to be a part of your life and will never, ever forget you. Thank you for loving me -- I am forever changed because of it.
In Eternal Love,
Shel (BB)
CHRISTINE KUSH
May 5, 2006
The Flaggs family, we are Bridgeville residents whom appreciated the service that your son provided, my family and children all looked up to officer Flaggs. Very well respected man. he will be missed. our deepest sympathies.
The Kush Family
Jeff Massetti
May 5, 2006
As one of Rob's friends at Splash Water Sports and a small business owner in Bridgeville I got to know him pretty well. He was one of the good ones and he will be missed by all. R.I.P. Rob.
Paul Cengia
May 5, 2006
Dear Flaggs Family
I got to know Rob while he was working in Bridgeville.He told me he was going to leave and be a State Trooper but I never got to say goodbye.My deepest sympathy to you all.
Lauren Hirsch
May 5, 2006
Our deepest and sincerest sympathies. Rob worked with us at Splash Water Sports in 2004 and became a close friend and dive buddy to many. We will miss him deeply.
Splash Water Sports, Inc.
Scuba & Snorkeling Center
Pittsurgh, PA
A Friend
May 5, 2006
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