Robert M. McNamara

1930 - 2015

Robert M. McNamara obituary, 1930-2015, Bellmawr, NJ

Robert M. McNamara

1930 - 2015

BORN

1930

DIED

2015

Robert McNamara Obituary

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Robert M. McNamara, age 85, of Bellmawr, NJ, passed away suddenly on November 6, 2015. He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Margaret T. "Peggy" McNamara (nee McGinley), his loving children Margaret M. "Peggy" (Craig) Ritchie, R.N., Michael R. (Linda) Ph.D., Robert M. (Mary), M.D., Peter J. Esq., and Patrick (Barbara) McNamara, P.E., his grandchildren Heather Ritchie, Brittany, Colleen, Emma, Molly, Rob, Daniel, Kevin, Colin, William and Patrick McNamara. Also survived by his sister-in-law Anne McGinley, numerous nieces, nephews and countless friends. Robert was a graduate of LaSalle High School and St. Joseph University. He was a member and former President of The O'Mahoney Association, a member of the LaSalle Social Club, the Emerald Society, the Elks Lodge and the Moose Lodge He was predeceased by his siblings Mary Kay, Hubert, Lawrence, Thomas and Peter McNamara. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Friday 6:00-8:30 PM The Donohue Funeral Home, 8401 West Chester Pike (cor. Lynn Blvd.), Upper Darby, PA (610) 449-0300 and Saturday 9:45-10:45 AM Divine Mercy Church (Good Shepherd), 67th & Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA and to his Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory to the Robert and Margaret McNamara Scholarship Fund of West Catholic High School, 4501 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 would be appreciated.

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November 6, 2022

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November 5, 2020

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November 13, 2015

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Barbara Storck

November 6, 2022

7 years! Lifting up prayers for you and your family.

Barbara Storck

November 5, 2020

Not a day goes by where I don't whisper a prayer or smile up to you. You are truly missed Bob, especially your jokes!

Beth Lang DeVito

November 13, 2015

My deepest Sympathies to the McNamara family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. R I P Mr. Mac.
Love, Beth Lang DeVito.

November 12, 2015

Our deepest condolences to the McNamara Family. Many fond memories of the O'Mahoney Club. Frank and Edie Naples and Family

Sandy & Bruce Baggot

November 11, 2015

Our deepest condolences to the entire McNamara family, especially Peg, Pat and Barb. Holding you all In the Light. Peace to you.

November 10, 2015

My sincerest condolences to the McNamara Family. May the God of all comfort (Psalms 83:18) help you during these difficult times.

Susan Stroup

November 10, 2015

As a teenager I learned all I needed to know about life eavesdropping on Bob & Peggy and my parents (Gene & Rita Dyer) as they sat at the kitchen table on Vodges St. and their voices came thru the vent to my bedroom. Bob was a great guy!!

Beautiful Couple

Peg Panichelli

November 10, 2015

Marge Koester

November 10, 2015

Dear Peg & Family, I am so sorry to hear about Bob's passing, my prayers & love are with you, so many memories.

jessica taylor

November 10, 2015

Mr, MCNAMARA, was a truly classy man who raised a beautiful family, loved his wife dearly along with the rest of the family. He will be forever misssed by all incuding the staff at his sons office. Im glad i had the plesure of knowing him. Sincerly, The Taylor Family

Tricia Mckee

November 10, 2015

So sorry to hear about Mr. Mac. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Mary Beth Bonner- Ryan

November 10, 2015

Mr. McNamara was such a nice man & Gentlemen. It is a loss to the Good Shepherd community. He was a good Father & Husband, he married one of the prettiest ladies...our GS Movie Star..Mrs. Mc! Sorry for your loss Mrs. McNamara & family. Sincerely, Mary Beth Bonner- Ryan

Kathy Gualtieri

November 10, 2015

I was so sad to hear of the passing of Mr Mac...you are all in my thoughts and prayers.I have so many great memories of Wildwood and all the St Patricks Day parades and the parties after!Slainte' to a true gentlemen!

Mary and Ed Hicks

November 10, 2015

Mrs McNamara and family so sorry for your loss Mr McNsmara was a wonderful person prayers for everyone love Ed and Mary Hicks

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