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ROBERT TUCKER Obituary
died peacefully on September 8, 2017 after a long illness, with his loving wife Ellyn by his side. He was 84. Born in Elizabeth, New Jersey, Robert was known my many names -- Bearly, Bobby, Dear-Old-Dad, Daddy, and his dear friends called him Bob. A beloved husband, father, brother, and friend admired by many, Bob was an exceptionally talented artist who enjoyed an award-winning career as an art director for Doyle Dane Bernbach in New York City. Retirement from advertising didn't stop his passion for making art. One of his greatest pleasures was working on his latest project alongside Ellyn in their serene art studio in East Hampton. He loved traveling, kitties, movies, tackling The New York Times crossword puzzle, and all things nature -- walking on the beach, gazing at the ocean, bird watching, and long drives through the woods. Bob's keen sense of humor, deep thinking, gregarious laugh, and lust for life were only some of the many attributes that made him a joy to be with. Bob is survived by his wife Ellyn, his daughters Elizabeth and Hillary, and his sister and brother-in- law, Loretta and Drew Smith. A private funeral will be held by the family.
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Norman Bleckner
October 1, 2017
From the first time I met Bob at Pratt I knew that he was a very special person, tall handsome, gregarious and a great athlete
with a wonderful sense of humor. I lost track of Bob after graduation but we reconnected later in life and enjoyed
spending time together again with Ellyn. Bob continued to
produce his outstanding monopoint prints till the end.
We will all miss him.
September 11, 2017
My VERY deepest sympathy to Liz, Hillary and the rest of Bob's family. Peace be with you all - hugs, Karol
Neysa and Tom Bennett
September 11, 2017
Tom and I loved Bobby for his warmth, creative mind, intelligence and great spirit. I will forever cherish his comments comparing me to a model in a Toulouse Lautrec painting. Last but certainly not least for loving Ellyn and fulfilling her dreams as her soulmate and best friend.
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