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BORN
1955
DIED
2015
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Robert VOLLRATH Obituary
Robert K. "Bob"
Robert K. "Bob" Vollrath, 59, passed away suddenly at his Ocean Ridge home Friday evening. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Verona and Herbert Vollrath. He will be missed by his wife Terry Plageman Vollrath; sons Robert, Michael (wife Shannon), John, and sister Kathy Vollrath Shockley. Bob was a wonderful son-in-law to Frank and Peggy Plageman, brother-in-law, friend and uncle to 11 nieces and nephews. Bob was an avid golfer, sailor, and angler. He loved to travel and had just returned with Terry from a month long vacation in Europe celebrating Bob's retirement. While retired, he still kept involved in many projects with close friends. He loved going on his boat trips to the Bahamas, listening to Kenny G, cheering for the Miami Dolphins, and sipping on decaf Dunkin' Donuts coffee with Terry on the patio. Nothing gave him greater pleasure than hosting celebrations of all kinds in his home, being surrounded by family and friends. He will always be remembered for living life to the fullest with the ones he loved the most. Friends may call on Wednesday, July 29, 2015 from 2:00PM to 4:00PM and 6:00PM to 8:00PM at the Lorne and Sons Funeral Home, 745 NE 6th Ave. (North Federal Highway), Delray Beach, FL. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, July 30, 2015 at 10:00AM at Trinity Lutheran, 400 North Swinton Ave, Delray Beach, FL. The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Reynold's Race to Run, his Journey for SDR Surgery, www.youcaring.com/reynold-hemmis-iv-383873#.vzsgxxfvbgj Lorne and Sons Funeral Home, Delray Beach, FL in charge of arrangements. www.LorneandSons.com
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Angie
July 21, 2022
Remembering you today and always. I am the person that I am today because of the great person that you were.
Angie Davey
July 21, 2021
Always thinking of you. You were an incredible boss. Everything I know I thank you for.
Angie Davey
July 22, 2019
You're always remembered. You taught me many work ethics that I've taken with me to every job and or company I worked for. You were an amazing boss/ friend.
angie davey
December 14, 2018
Remembering you today Bob. You were an amazing boss, person and mentor. I will always remember how much I learned from you. I am the employee I am today thanks to you!
Liza Amalia
August 27, 2015
Indubitably, a Prince among Men. May infinite love, grace and light guide your way onward. Your beautiful spirit and noble heart have been a brilliant sun for all those whose lives you have touched with you presence.
My deepest condolences to all the family.
Liza Amalia, Shenzhen, China
August 12, 2015
From all of us at the office of Dr Marc Bilodeau, we are terribly sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. Our deepest sympathy to you Terry and your entire family.
Tonja Olive
August 2, 2015
My husband and I spent the most perfect July 4 with Terry and Bob. We shared our memories of our (separate) travels in Italy, laughed about current political news stories, and made plans to fly fish together in the beautiful mountains of NC. We were just beginning a great friendship with them both. We are so sorry for your loss, Terry and family, but we are just over the hedge if you need anything. And Terry, we hope to build our friendship with you and your family - and to honor Bob's exuberant spirit and his love for you. Tonja, Martin and Tucker
Dolores Carter Smith
August 1, 2015
I met Bob 33 years ago when he hired me at Senior Corp, I was honored 4 years later when he asked me to work for him again at Sunrise S&L. He was honest, smart, hard-working, the best boss I ever had. I respected him, and learned much-he had integrity. I was honored to have worked for him twice. To Bob: rest in peace, you were one in a million, and taken far too soon. To Terry and family: Words are not nearly enough, my deepest sympathy goes out to you, he was truly a very special individual, and I will never forget him.
Rowena Donalds
August 1, 2015
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Bob was one of the nicest people that I have ever met. He will be truly missed.
Bob and I did not communicate often, but it was very comforting to know that I could reach out to him for advice. I will always remember him as one of a kind.
Always remember you can talk to God through your sorrow and you will find comfort.
Matthew 5:4 says "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted".
May God Bless you.
MariEllyn Callahan
July 31, 2015
As a 45 year friend of Bob's wife, Terry, and after having seen her only the night before Bob passed, and seeing her glow while telling of her and Bob's recent trip to Europe, my heart is broken for her and the kids. Rest in Peace, Bob.
ira rosenblatt
July 30, 2015
a very sharp and smart individual-taken way too early
sincere condolences to the entire family
Marlene Green
July 29, 2015
Deepest condolences to the Vollrath family.
Hal Flynt
July 29, 2015
Bob was a fantastic leader, mentor and friend with whom I had the pleasure of working for. He taught me quite a bit that I still use today and will be forever grateful. We managed to stay in contact and even bumped into each other a few years ago at a Dolphin's game. Great guy! To the Vollrath family - please accept our sympathy! He will be missed, but not forgotten.
graham Kaplan
July 29, 2015
A truly fantastic man. One of the nicest, compassionate , kind & generous role models I had the priviledge of knowing. Will never be forgotten.
Mary (Plageman), Bill, Tyler, and Matthew Dalton Kirk
July 29, 2015
We were truly saddened to hear of Bob's passing. We will always cherish the fun times we shared together through out the years. Bob loved many things, but most of all, family. We are blessed to have had, and will always have, Bob as part our close family and will forever keep him close in our hearts.
Michael Lowry
July 29, 2015
Bob was a great boss and leader and I will never forget the opportunity he gave me. He provided personal and professional guidance that I always valued. He is certainly gone too soon, but I know it is not without leaving a positive impact on many people including myself. My deepest sympathy to his family.
July 29, 2015
Dear Terry and family our deepest sympathies to you. So bad news after a wonderful time in Switzerland. We will always remember the good time we had.
Willi, Reini, Ina and Daniel
Jane and David Tuthill
July 29, 2015
Dear Terry and family,
We are so sorry.
We have wonderful memories with all of you in the Keys. Deepest sympathy. We cannot be there to show our respect as we are out of state
Lynn Mucciano
July 28, 2015
Terry, Peace, love and prayers to you and your family, now and in the months to come. Bob was larger than life, and he will be deeply missed, and forever loved. I am so blessed to have known him, and will forever remember his kindness.
Betty Zeigler
July 28, 2015
Terry, my deepest condolences to you and the Vollrath family. May you rest in peace Bob.
Jonelle Kop
July 28, 2015
So sorry to hear Bob is gone! He was a big part of our family here at Summer Sea! He is missed!
Colleen Davis-Dunn
July 28, 2015
Dear Terry and family. I am so sorry for your loss. It is obvious how loved Bob was and how much he loved you. My prayers are with your family.
Yvette Breen
July 28, 2015
You will be missed, may you rest in peace. God Bless
Anne Havey Thompson
July 28, 2015
Dear Terry and family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember Bob's easy going laugh and gracious hospitality.
You are in my continued prayers.
July 28, 2015
I always remember what a great dad and husband Bob was. We had great times and laughs at Summer Seas.
Dave and Debbie Lowery
July 28, 2015
Dear Terry: Bob was a great host, our family had so much fun with yours (especially at Christmas time...) and those will be precious memories. Bob will be greatly missed by many. You are all much in our thoughts. Lucie and Tom
Susan (Vermette) Horvath
July 28, 2015
I first met Bob in 8th grade. Our last names were close alphabetically so we often sat near each other. We had more classes together @ HML and had nicknames for each other. I'm sorry I never got to know him as an adult or keep in touch. It is very sad that he did not get to enjoy retirement. My condolences to his family.
Jimmy McAndrew
July 28, 2015
Dear Terry and family, We are deeply sad over your loss of such a wonderful and successful person , husband ,Dad and much more, We will prsy for all of you !! Kindly accept our deepest symphaty Jimmy and Elaine McAndrew
Angela Magee
July 28, 2015
My sincerest sympathies to the Vollrath family. Bob will always be remembered for being a great boss and mentor. RIP Bob, you will not be forgotten.
David Tuthill
July 28, 2015
Bob was an incredible man. We met in Plantation Key @ Summer Seas... He had a huge heart and a great family. We fished a lot together and laughed even more. Bob was a complete class-act and always extremely generous and kind to others. I still talk about the trip he setup for us on a beautiful 55 Ocean sportfish out of Key West. We fished the Tortugas & Marquesas and made memories of a lifetime. He will surely be missed and always remembered. Big Love to the family, my condolences...Love, David T. Tuthill
Loretta Morvay
July 28, 2015
In this sad time my heart and prayers go out to you. I will always remember Bob and your family from the great holiday dinners we shared at Summer Sea. Bob loved life and all that was in it. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Glenda Headrick
July 28, 2015
My Deepest Sympathy goes out to the Vollrath Family. Bob was a wonderful man. He will be missed by so many. May God Bless and Comfort you and your family.
Angie davey
July 28, 2015
You will always be in our hearts and never forgotten. You were a great boss, friend and mentor. I learned so much from you and you gave me wonderful opportunities to grow and learn. RIP Bob
Kathy Vollrath Shockley
July 27, 2015
I love my brother and had plans to spend time together in our retirement. Never put off to tomorrow what is in your heart that you can do or act on TODAY. I love you Rob! xoxo
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