Robert Mott Obituary
MOTT, ROBERT (BOB), 63, - of Green Valley, AZ, passed away Saturday July 26, 2008 in Phoenix, AZ. He was born August 4, 1944 in Atlantic City, and was preceded in death by his father Raymond F. Mott Jr. He is survived by his wife Melora (Titus) Mott also formerly of Brigantine, his son Robert (Robbie) Mott of New Hampshire, his mother Helen (Sorenson) Mott of Brigantine, and his brother Raymond and wife Dorothy of Harrisburg, PA. He graduated from Atlantic City High school in '62. He joined the Air Force directly after high school, then moved to Italy for four years. After returning to the states, he attended San Diego State College for Hotel Management. The remainder of his life's career was in the Hotel, Casino and Hospitality field working in California, Florida, Puerto Rico and Scottsdale, AZ. As a Brigantine life guard in his early years, Bob often returned to the Jersey shore for visits. With one of his major hobbies being cooking, Bob enjoyed planning and hosting events for friends and family. 'Cookie' was a very loving husband and father, as well as loyal friend to many. At Bob's request no viewing will be held. A memorial service will be scheduled in Brigantine. Notice will appear in the Atlantic City Press early September. Donations in Bob's honor can be made to Banner Health Foundation P.O. Box 1897 Phoenix, AZ 85001-9940 City of Hope BMT
This obituary was originally published in The Press of Atlantic City.
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Melora
August 4, 2013
Well you would have been 69 today ( August 4, 2013). We all still miss you much and keep you in our thoughts. The kids are doing fine in NH and Miss Sophia has take charge of the household. Our new dog BOWS has worked out well; she and Sadie have a good time together. There are times I believe she is Lucy reincarnated. I'm off to Vancouver and the Canadian Rockies this September with Sylvia. It should be a super trip on the Rocky Mountineer. Wish you were going with me, but you know I'll think of you while there. It was the one trip we did want to enjoy together.
July 22, 2012
Well Bob, it's almost 4 years since you left us.Rob, Melissa and I often think of you. They really wish you could have seen your grandaughter. She's truly a beauty. The extended Mott family has fallen apart since you and mom have gone. Rob has lost a great father and grandmother. We do talk almost weekly and I reassure him that his grandmother truly loved him and did want the best for him. He and Melissa are in process of getting a home and I will definately help him in that process, since now he's entirely on his own. Not what you and mom wanted or expected. It's unfortunate to loose one's family support. This Mott gal will always give them my love and support.
Here she is at 3 mos old. She's beautiful!
Sophia Justiss Mott
July 22, 2012
Here is ypur new grandaughter
Sophia Justiss Mott
July 22, 2012
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Lucy, Melora and Sadie 2010
August 13, 2010
Bob, Here's an updated picture of your girls July 2010. It's been 2 years since you left us and we do miss you so very much. Love you Cookie !
Quail Creek BobMeloraHelen Xmas eve 2007
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Quail Creek Dennis Bob Xmas eve 2007
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Thanksgiving 2002
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Melora & Bob Los Gatos 12 2002
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Bob and his 2 girls Lucy & Sadie
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Rob and Bob Xmas at Los Gatos 2005
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Rob Helen Bob and John 12 2005
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The famous Chefs jacket 2005
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Our "Cookie" Bob
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Sonja Liddeke
August 20, 2008
Melora, you know I will truly miss my #1 patient. Bob was our official score keeper in the clinic. He would keep up with patients and nurses alike. If someone new came in he would orient them. He loved all of us and we loved him and he knew it. Both of you are such a huge part of our lives and we enjoyed every minute we spent with you. We missed our trip to Burger King this year for the double cheese burger. Bob is such a special presence I feel he will always be with us.
Darcy Starr (Lauren Dixon's sister)
August 13, 2008
Melora ~
I am sorry Bob is gone. I enjoyed being a small part of your holidays and seeing him happy and enjoying himself.
Please know healing thoughts and prayers are being sent your way.
Andrea Sonnenfeld
August 10, 2008
Melora,
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Yvette & Nelson Herrera
August 9, 2008
Dear Melora,
I was saddened to hear of Bob's passing. You are in our thougts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.
Jim and Chris Tyler
August 8, 2008
So many fond memories of our short two years of friendship here in AZ. We loved the fun times and there were many. We'll always remember Bob for all he gave to us. The laughter and joking, sharing his great cooking and the cocktails, the parties and exceptional Christmas Eve, sharing his knowledge drawn from his interesting life travels and work, his famous bartering over golf cars and other purchases, the sadness, the tough exterior with his big soft heart inside. His love of life kept him going for so long. And we all loved you. You gave us much more that you know. We'll meet again one day.
Peggy & Dick Cederstrom
August 6, 2008
Dear Malora, Our fondest memories of you and Bob will be Christmas Eve, and every Christmas Eve from now on, forever. We transplants miss old friends and family at this time of the year, and you both became our new friends and family. God give him peace, and God give you comfort.
John Korpi
August 5, 2008
Well Buddy, today is your birthday and I am so sad that I cannot call and wish you a happy day, but I am comforted knowing that your fight is over and that you are at peace and probably cooking that great dinner in the ultimate kitchen in the sky.
I often wonder since your death, just how we bacame best friends, but we talked almost every day for years going back to our working together almost 15 years ago at PGA National. I'll never forget the first question you were asked during your interview with Bob Stolz the President of BVHG, he asked if youhad a home and when you said yes, he asked you to describe your garage. Well, over the years your answer was perfect as you described a garage that was simply perfect. Maybe that is why we became such good buddies as we really were more opposite than alike. My garage is never perfect. You loved fast cars and had to have Cadillacs and I could care less, except when you would drive too damm fast and loving every minute of it. Whenever we would talk about buying something, you would always conduct an exhaustive search for the 'perfect' choice, while I always lived by the 'good enough' philosophy that if it fit my needs and was within my budget I would buy it. And speaking of price, you would have to engage in the game of beating down the salesperson, to ensure that you got the best possible price-it was always a game for you. Not me, if the price seemed fair, I accepted it and never beat anyone down. You love sccotch and I loved my Jack Daniels, but we both loved cooking. In your honor, I just made up one of my favorites "Motts down and dirty chili" to celebrate your birthday and life.
The fact is, that you were my best friend, because you were always there and always willing to provide good advice and if ever I were to have a real challenge in my life, I knew that you would come to the rescue without question. My prayers are with Melora, Ray, your mom and Robbie who should be comforted that you fought a long battle with dignity and respect, whihc is hard to do for a South Jersey boy.
Lauren Dixon
August 4, 2008
Sweet Melora,
Although Bob isn't on the Earth anymore, he will always be with us in spirit-especially when there is a great party going on :) He was a great cook and his bartending is legend. We share with others the fact he is now pain free. Take care of yourself and know we are sending energy to help you in the days ahead. Today, 8/4 is his birthday-2 days after mine-a toast to you Bob!
Love, Dan and Lauren Dixon
Connie Bruce
August 3, 2008
Dear Melora,
My deepest sympathy for the loss of Bob. I only met you two last summer with Peter and I have fond memories of the short visit which we had together.
Peter will always cherish the friendship he had with Bob and will miss his phone calls and advice on life. What an incredible person!
My thoughts are with you.
Sincerely,
Connie
Peter Iwanowski
August 3, 2008
Dear Melora,
I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was such a great friend and a wonderful listener. I will miss my almost daily early morning phone calls with Bob. It is beyond my imagination not to be able to pick up the phone and call him. I can still hear him on the other end saying to me, "Was that you calling me earlier this morning ,like 6am? Yes I had forgotten the time in AZ.
Bob will always have a special place in my heart and will always be remembered. I will remember my daily supermarket visits and tastings which we enjoyed together while I was living in Scottsdale.
Please,keep in touch and do not hesitate to call on me whenever I can be of help
My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.
Your friend,
Peter
Sylvia Bernstein
August 3, 2008
Melora,
I was so sorry to hear your sad news yesterday. Bob put up a great fight until he was told there was no hope. I know you were with him every step of the way (lattes and all) and I know this will bring you comfort in the days ahead.
If there is anything I can do, call!
Friedhelm - "Freddie" Roggenthien
August 2, 2008
Dear Melora,
I was very saddened to hear about Bob's passsing.
Please accept my deepest sympathy.
It was a pleasure meeting both of you only one year ago.
I remember the delicious Goulash-Dinner that Bob prepared for us, he was a great cook and host.
Melora I know, that all your QUAIL CREEK FRIENDS are "THERE" for you now to help you through your sorrow.
May you find comfort and strengh in knowing that.
Thinking of you....
"FREDDIE" - Friedhelm Roggenthien
Buedingen/Germany
Christel Phillips
August 2, 2008
Dearest Melora,
we only met you and Bob 2 years ago but it seems like we have been friends forever...
although we are mourning with you, let's try and remember the "HAPPY TIMES", we have so many great memories - Forever!
Let's also be thankful that Bob does not have to suffer anymore.
Melora, we are "HERE" for you to support you through this difficult time in your life.
May God bless you!
With Love...
Christel & Gary Phillips
QUAIL CREEK/ARIZONA
Steve & Harriet Weintrob
August 2, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss.
Berta Bull
August 2, 2008
Dear Melora: Many good memories from you and dear Bob....here at home, having arroz con pollo, at the Ritz...in Miami, eating crabs at Joe's...the good martinis, but more than anything, the friendship and loyalty from Bob and you. You will always have a home in PR, and
our love and sympathy goes to you in this moment of sorrow. Bob we
miss u....Berta and Seth.
Cherie Payne-Lujano
August 1, 2008
Bob will be greatly missed! In my short time knowing both of you, I feel like I have known you for a lifetime! You and your are in my prayers!
August 1, 2008
Bobby, when we all meet again at the "big Viking kitchen in the sky", we will cook up some fabulous chow for all of our friends. Till then, rest in peace dear friend. We will miss you. We are here for you dear Melora. Love from Max and Phil Perzan
Stacey Kagan
August 1, 2008
Melora – I am so sorry for your loss … and so sad for you. I understand from Colette that you were able to be with Bob Friday overnight and all day Saturday and so I hope you are able to take some comfort in that time that you were able to be with him. I was stunned at how quickly the end came for him and hope that there is for you and his family, some peace in knowing that the suffering that he has endured for almost 3 years is at an end. For his sake, I am glad that he did not linger and have to suffer any more pain/discomfort/indignities. I know you have said how difficult these last years have been for Bob. My heart is so heavy and aches for you and I do not know what to say … I am so glad that I got to meet Bob last week and I did enjoy chatting with him and although it was short it was easy to see the spark in his eyes and how easily it must have been to fall in love with him.
Stacey
Vonnie Hugg
July 31, 2008
Bobby.......'til we meet again, "ciao for now"......love and hugs, Vonnie
SCOOP & GINA KAY
July 31, 2008
Melora and family,
This is one of those times when we find ourselves lost for words. We can only hope and pray that your family, friends and the many memories of the past and present will serve as a form of comfort now and in the future.
Sincerely, Scoop and Gina Kay
Brigantine NJ
Karen Korpi
July 31, 2008
Dearest Melora -
Bob will not be forgotten for so many reasons. First because I loved him dearly, second I loved to argue with him, he was an easy mark and the laughter that followed was fabulous. I will never forget how Bob could cry at a drop of a hat, so adorable. When John and I got married at our home in Solana Beach Bob was sobbing in the background, which then got Sage our golden retriver to start crying from upstairs, what a duet that was. Then there is all of us going to the movies, a movie that Bob and John had to see. Bob was asleep before the opening credits finished, every time I nudged him to stop snoring he would say I am not asleep......Great memories.
I am here for you Mel......Love to you.
Karen Korpi
Susan & Craig Colledge
July 31, 2008
Melora: Thirteen years as close friends with much frivolity and good food. Bob's passing has occured too soon. I now need to practice my ceasar salad and stew recipes.... We will miss him and the fun times.
Salvador Ramos
July 31, 2008
My deepest condolences to Melora and the rest of Bob’s family. We worked several years together at the Palmas del Mar Resort and I had a great appreciation for Bob’s friendship, personality and great sense of humor. He was an honest man, it was always fun to be around him and he was a heck of a friend. I consider myself fortunate to have met him and count him as one of my friends.
Rest in peace my friend.
James J Copsey
July 31, 2008
Ray, Mom and families,
Sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I can feel and reminisce the many great times past of such a beautiful family. I hope your thoughts of those times console you in his memory.
James J Copsey
Ray Cohen
July 31, 2008
Melora,
A lot of time has passed in and around our friendship and you know how I feel about you and Bob. With his passing it has left a painfully enormous hole in my history and heart.
Love Ray
Richard Simmons
July 31, 2008
Melora,
I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. It was a genuine pleasure to have met him last summer during my visit to Arizona. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Bob's family.
Marianne & Cyril Wiggishoff
July 31, 2008
Bob was a wonderful friend, amazing cook (Thanks for the mashed potato recipe, Bob!!), and consummate host. We will miss him terribly.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and our dear, dear Melora.
Shelby Stewardson
July 31, 2008
Bob will be greatly missed. He always brought a smile to my day.
Noah Bronkesh
July 31, 2008
Melora:
Shocked to hear of Bob's death our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Pat Vanderstine
July 31, 2008
Ray & Family-
Thoughts & prayers are with you.
Hang in there,
Pat V & Steve Fender
Skip Evans
July 31, 2008
Going to miss Bobby. Hanging out at Kelly's and Sweetshop with him Sonny,Tommy Marty, Bruce, Dave and the seawall and Brown's Motel before the "Y"
Ed & Bill Kline
July 31, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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