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Richard Robie Obituary
Born in Pottstown, he was the son of Richard Carl Sr. and Linda L. (Sperow) Robie, of Pottstown.
Richard was an Army veteran, serving during Desert Storm. He enjoyed spending time with his children and taking long walks with them. He was a wonderful husband and father and will be sadly missed.
Surviving with his wife of 13 years and his parents are children Alexander R. and Gabrielle A. Robie, mother in law Mary A. Whitsel, of Pottstown, aunt Mary Sperow, of Shamokin, uncle Charles Hoffman, of Pottstown, and cousins Dawn M. Hoffman, of Collegeville, and Richelle Lloyd, of Shamokin. Also surviving is his dog Rocky and cat Gilbert.
He is predeceased by his uncle, Kenneth Sperow, and aunt, Carole Hoffman.
A memorial service will be Saturday, Jan. 21, 2:30 p.m. at Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., 711 N. Franklin Street, Pottstown. Visitation will be from 1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 21 at the funeral home. Burial will be private.
Memorial donations may be made in Richard's name to the American Cancer Society, 480 Norristown Road, Blue Bell, PA 19422.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Robie
CINDY & WILL WILBURN
January 29, 2012
We're so sorry for the lost of a very nice guy that I got to know briefly. Keep all the memories close to your heart and cherish the time that you spent together. Your in our thoughts and prayers. Ricky's in a good place and watching over all of his family. Sorry we couldn't make the service due to the weather.
Gretchen Radswillas
January 27, 2012
I'm so sorry for your loss! I will continue to keep your family in my prayers! I'm sorry I couldn't make the memorial!
Amie
January 27, 2012
So sorry for you loss. Praying for you guys. XOXO
Margaret Fleming
January 27, 2012
My heart goes out to the Robie family. I've known Rick for years. He was a wonderful, kindhearted guy. May God watch over him as he watches over your family. Stay strong!!
January 26, 2012
I just wanted to say, I didn't know Ricky and only met him a couple of times. BUT after the wonderful memorial service, I feel as though I knew him. His wonderful personality will live on among those he loved and called family and friends!! Praying for you Stacy and Alex and Gabby. *HUGS*
Mary SPEROW
January 24, 2012
Sorry I couldn't be there but at least I got a chance to say goodby when he passed. Would love to see my husband Ken and him getting into mischief. Ricky will be deeply missed
Becky Armbruster
January 19, 2012
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. *hugs*
January 18, 2012
Please accept my deepest sympathy. Terry Rhinebold
Frank Lloyd
January 16, 2012
With deep sympathy, I offer my thoughts and prayers.
richelle lloyd
January 15, 2012
Its hard to imagine a day with out RIcky. He was a wonderful husband and a loving father. He will be missed very much by all. I know though in my heart hes up there making mischeif with his uncle Ken. We love you very much.
The Lloyd family. Richelle, Jeffrey, Amy and Darien
Peggy Sue Haupt
January 15, 2012
Rick was a wonderful young man with a giant heart. Sadly cancer changes things ,but he fought a long battle for those he loved. You will be missed Rick !!!
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