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Loving husband, father, and grandfather Robert (Bob) C. Haas, of Yorktown, Virginia, while resting peacefully, entered fully into the presence of the Lord on Friday, April 21, 2023.
He was 71. He joins his parents Cletus and Agnes Haas of Cincinnati Ohio, and his brother David Haas, of Cincinnati, Ohio in the next life.
He is survived by his wife Pam, his sons Rob (Lori) of Yorktown and Andrew of Norfolk, and his granddaughter Diana. He is also survived by his siblings John (Peggy) Haas, Mary Ann Nead (Bill), Kathy Ruschman (Bill) and Dan (Kim) Haas and Sister-in-law Jane Haas.
Bob served in the US Navy first as a helicopter pilot, flight instructor and service warfare officer. He retired after 24 years of service with the rank of Captain. He then went on to serve the Newport News school system before retiring.
Bob loved to travel to visit family and friends. He enjoyed riding his motorcycles and furthering his knowledge of US History by exploring the local area. Bob touched many lives in his community by volunteering with the York County Ruritan Club, Knights of Columbus, the Newport News USO and at St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic parish in Newport News.
Those that wish to join his family in celebrating his life may gather with them at Amory Funeral Home (410 Grafton Dr. Yorktown VA 23692) on Wednesday at 7pm-8pm. or at a Requiem Mass on Thursday at 3pm at St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church (230 33rd St. Newport News VA 23607).
If you would like to make a donation in lieu of flowers, please send to the St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church.
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Richard T. Cater AMCS Retired
April 29, 2025
Sending my deepest sympathy and condolences. May the memories of Cdr. Bob Haas´ life give you comfort and console your heart...
Deborah G Campbell
April 29, 2023
Please accept my deepest and sincerest condolences for your family´s loss. I pray you find solace and comfort in the months ahead. Thinking of you and sending love during this difficult time.
Tom Ford, CAPT, USN (ret)
April 28, 2023
Bob always had a smile and a good word. We were flight instructor at HT-18 and collaborators at USACOM. He was a good friend and a wonderful person to be around. We enjoyed HC commands at the same time, Bob in Pensacola and me in Guam. I will always have good memories of our times together.
Kevin White
April 26, 2023
Thankful to have served under your Command Sir. Blessings to your family for comfort and peace. God bless.
Kevin White
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Ric Conover, CDR, SC, USN
April 26, 2023
Bob and I flew together in HC-16 and serving with him provided treasured memories! (One Halloween Party comes to mind.) He combined a sense of humor with the necessary moments of seriousness that marked him as truly "an officer and a gentleman." His skills as an aviator were superlative! My prayers and condolences go out to the entire family on their loss.
Charlene & Wilfred
April 26, 2023
Pam Haas and family-May God Bless you and your family at this time of great loss.
Raymond Norwood ADCS, USN Ret.
April 25, 2023
I cruised with Bob aboard the USS Milwaukee AOR-2 1978-79 serving with HC-6. Bob attended my initiation into the ranks of Chief Petty Officer. I had great respect for him and often thought of him. I flew many hours with him at the controls of our CH46 Aircraft. I will pray for him.
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