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Robert Atiyeh Obituary
Bob was a graduate of Dieruff High School and DeSales University , Summa Cum Laude. He was employed over the years at Lucent Technology and Agere Systems. His most recent employment was with American Architectural Metal Mfg. alongside George Atiyeh Jr and Sahar Atiyeh. He was involved with local theatre during his high school days and loved playing his guitar and writing songs and listening to music. Grew up surrounded by many neighborhood friends near our family home and in the Jordan park area of Allentown and enjoyed riding his Harley across the country many times coming home with tales of adventure. He was very generous to all, was always there in times of need and support, had a wonderful sense of humor highly intelligent and deeply loved his family and friends. Bobby will always be loved and in our hearts.
Survivors: Sisters, Yvonne wife of Thomas Barrett, Yvette Neidig, Mae Atiyeh; Brother Jack husband of Dawn; Sister in Law, Sahar Atiyeh wife of the late George Sr., 4 nieces, 3 nephews, 8 great-great nephews/nieces. Bob was predeceased by his brothers, George Sr., Fouad, and Samir Atiyeh.
Services: Private. Arrangements entrusted to Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, Allentown.
Contributions: In lieu of flowers, may be made to the American Heart Association, 968 Postal Road, Suite 110, Allentown, PA 18109.
I went to the countries underneath the earth to the peoples of the past, but you lifted my life from the pit. Oh Jehovah, my God-Jonah 2:6 JB
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Lori Wotring
May 27, 2020
To the Family,
May you hope in the promises of God The last enemy that shall be destroyed is death. (1 Corinthians 15:26 King James version) and be comforted by happy memories of your loved one until you see him again!
Cindy Gallagher
May 8, 2020
I was so sad to hear of Bob's passing.
January 21, 1976...you wrote me a song, you gave me your ring. We froze in your little MG. Listening to Elton John in Jack's room...the noodle factory..that motorcycle ride. So many memories. Til we meet again. With love and my deepest sympathy....Cindy
Marti Passarelli (Kondrk)
April 28, 2020
I worked with Bob in Building 60 at Lucent Technologies. He was funny, smart, and a good friend. I am saddened to read of his passing. My condolences to his family. God Bless.
Donna Hryculak
April 23, 2020
Bob My heart was sadden when I heard about your passing. You where such a good friend....since the first national bank.....the noodle factory....and so on...Until we meet again my dear friend....R.I.P. I will miss you.....Always in my heart Donna (BoomBoom) Hryculak
Lauren Ganser
April 21, 2020
Bob was part of our little The Ron Band group at LCCC back in the day. Always so friendly, funny and just a great guy. God Bless you my friend.
Allan Cole
April 20, 2020
I worked with Bob for 10 years at Lucent Technologies. I always thought a lot of Bob and his capability. He was a very talented person in the field of computers. Bob had a good, compassionate heart and was willing and able to handle most any project that came his way. My sympathy goes out to his family and friends. I'm sure he will be deeply missed.
Bob Miller
April 20, 2020
I went to lehigh carbon community college with Bob and we worked at the radio station there. He was a great guy and was so very talented. I was very saddened to see this. Many condolences to his family.
John Christie
April 19, 2020
So very sorry to hear about the passing of Bob. Although we lost contact with each other after high school, I remember the wonderful memories, good conversations in choir and theater. I remember Bob being such a nice, caring guy! Condolences to family and loved ones!
Laurie Peters
April 19, 2020
Bob was a patient at our office, John P Ifkovits, DDS. We would have good conversations while he waited for his appt. He was a great guy and I will miss him. Deepest sympathies to his loved ones. God Bless.
Jane
April 18, 2020
Bob was a really nice Guy, I remember talking to him in the hallways of Dieruff , Always sporting a great smile, My condolences to the family,
Lewis Katz
April 18, 2020
I am saddened to hear the news about Bob. We worked together for several years at Agere. He was a great person, very interesting, always willing to help and extremely talented, especially with computers. My condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.
Pete Grazer
April 17, 2020
I met Bob at Dieruff, he was a fun loving guy, very respectable to all. Bless your heart & soul. Condolences to all of Bob's relatives & friends.
Frederick Sanek
April 17, 2020
Bob and I became fast friends at AT&T. He was very intelligent, generous and compassinate. He was always willing to help others. My deepest condolences to his family at their loss. God be with you now and always. Everlasting peace, Bob.
Beth
April 17, 2020
So sorry to hear of your loss. Keeping you in our prayers.
Gary Reider
April 17, 2020
Bob was like a brother to me. I like many others will miss him and all the good times. My thoughts and prayers go to his family who he loved so much.
American Association
April 17, 2020
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Jason Conrad
April 17, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Sheila (Bracali) Breisinger
April 17, 2020
To all the Atiyeh Family ~ I am so saddened to hear of Bobbys passing. He is certainly a part of many of my childhood memories and is thought of fondly. May God see you through this difficult time and keep Bobby in your hearts always.
Michael Wendland
April 16, 2020
Goodbye, my good friend. I , and many more will miss you greatly but left with many fond memories of you.
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