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Robert Wagman Obituary

Robert John Wagman died peacefully on September 24, 2024. He was born on November 11, 1942 and grew up in Chicago, IL. He met his wife of almost 60 years at St. Louis University from which he received his BA and JD. They started their family in St. Louis but soon relocated to Washington, DC for Bob's career in journalism. Carol passed away late last year. Bob leaves behind their four children Jennifer Romm (David), Robert Wagman, Jr. (Julie), Patricia Brown (Ken), and Molly Wagman, and his beloved grandchildren Jack and Nick Wagman and Will and Abby Brown. A family burial will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the JSSA Hospice Center in Bob's honor.

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Published by The Washington Post on Sep. 27, 2024.

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