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ROBERT BLUE Obituary
Deacon Robert E. Blue, son of the late James W. Blue and Daisy M. Blue, was born January 26, 1951, in Bladen County, NC, entered into rest on Tuesday, October 27, 2015, at his residence.
At an early age, he accepted Christ as his personal savior and united with Whites Creek Baptist Church in North Carolina. Robert graduated from Booker T. Washington High School in 1969. Robert later joined the United States Army in June 1970, where he was stationed at Fort Lewis, Washington, he worked as a medical specialist. He toured overseas to Germany and Korea, upon returning to the states he finished his career at Kenner Army Hospital, Fort Lee, VA, where he retired with 21 years of service with the United States Army.
Robert later went on to work at the Hunter Holmes McGuire Veterans Administration Medical Center, caring for people was his passion; he retired from nursing in January 2014.
Deacon Blue was preceded in death by six brothers, James Blue, Donnell Blue, Roy Thomas Blue, Frazier Blue, Herman Blue, and Carnell Blue; and three sisters, Gloria Blue Steele, Mary Blue, and Joyce B. McKoy.
Robert leaves to cherish his memory, his devoted wife, Jane E. Blue of Colonial Heights, VA; four children, Christopher Blue (Maria) of New Jersey, Angela Hicks (William) of McKenney VA, Celeste Howell (Kevin) of Petersburg, VA, and Herbert Lee of Prince George, VA; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two sisters, Dorothy Louise Harris of Brooklyn, NY, and Daisy May McKoy (Bernard) of North Carolina; four brothers, Larry Blue (NeDora) of Callahan, FL, Leon Blue (Doris) of Brooklyn, NY, Dr. Howard C. Blue of New Haven, CT, and Major John Blue of Honolulu, HI; two brothers-in-law, Charles McKoy of Elizabethtown, NC, Robert E. Rollins Jr. (Tina) of Chesterfield County, VA; two sisters-in-law, Barbara Gill (Preston) of Monroeville, PA, and Margaret Rollins of Chesterfield County, VA; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Robert loved fishing, watching NASCAR (favorite driver Jeff Gordon), and watching football (favorite team the New York Giants). Robert had a passion for boxing, he was a welterweight while serving in the United States Army.
He was a strong soldier not only for the military, but also for the Lord, Robert became an ordained deacon in 2000, having been chosen as a person of good report, full of the spirit and of wisdom, and capable of serving well.
Services for Deacon Robert E. Blue will be held 11 a.m., Tuesday, November 3, 2015, at First Baptist Church of City Point, 502 Water Street, Hopewell, Va., the Rev. Dr. Rudolph Dunbar, pastor, eulogist. Interment to follow at Merchants Hope Memorial Garden, Prince George, VA.
The family will assemble 10 a.m. the day of the service and receive friends at 2801 Tins Lane, Colonial Heights, Va.
Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Deacon Blue at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for ROBERT BLUE
Ray Rucker
October 23, 2020
I Sure Do Miss My Good Friend "Blue" And I Think Of Him Often. Robert had a great sense of humor and a Very Kind Soul. We had a lot in common, we had many great talks and laughs together. I really do miss My Buddy. My sincere condolences to "The Wife", The Family and Fellow Friends. Yes, we all miss him but we also know Deacon Blue Is In Great Company.
Ray Rucker
November 3, 2019
My Most Sincere Condolences to the Wife and Family. I know for a fact they lost a great man when he was called home. Deacon Robert and I worked together and had many great conversations and shared interest. I think of and tell others about Robert often. He is well remembered at our place of employment. Like everyone that knew him I too truly miss you my friend, Robert Blue.
Karen Cobb
November 4, 2015
Rev Blue,
Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this time of loss. Hold on to the memories that you have of Deacon Blue and know what a joy it was for you to have had the time that you did with him.
Karen & Erika Cobb
Dale Jennings
November 4, 2015
Condolences to the family. Mr. Bluew was a kind, quiet gentleman. Fellow VAMC
worker.
November 3, 2015
Christopher T, Carter
C. Trumilla McDowell
November 2, 2015
Dear Jane,
How grateful I am to have seen Robert recently. It was at a sad time but it was a blessing to see the both of you.
In our small Bladen County, Whites Creek Community, North Carolina, we were as one family. Therefore I knew Robert well. God is such an awesome God and I am thankful to him for his blessing on your family. As I read the obituary and see that Robert was an ordained Deacon my heart cries out Yes Lord to your will and to your way. Grace and Peace be with you. All my love. C. Trumilla McDowell
Sherita (McKeever)Hall
November 2, 2015
Celeste &Family,
It saddens me to learn of the passing of your father and my neighbor for over 10 years. I will continue to pray to your strength and that you all can take comfort in the memories of Mr.Blue.
Ray Rucker
November 2, 2015
Blue, I will think of you often and smile as you have made me laugh and smile so many times in the past. You fought a great fight and you always held the faith, because that's the kind of man you are. Like many others I will miss you very. But for now I will only say so long, until we meet again My Very Good Friend.
James and Carolyn Robinson
November 2, 2015
Jane, our hearts are there with you at this sad time. So glad we got to see you and Robert just recently even though it was a sad time also---but we know that God is still on the Throne and he watches over us and cares for us. He will never give us more than we can bear.
November 2, 2015
Rev Blue our prayers are with you.
Mr.& Mrs.James Baskerville,The Taylor Family and Miles Family. We love you.
Hopewell, Va.
Stony Creek, Va.
Rev. Dr. Jimmie & Rev Carrie Walker
October 31, 2015
Dr. Blue and family our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time, there are no words to ease your pain, but remember God is your refuge and strength a present help in the time of trouble. God bless and keep you.
Gloria Lankford
October 30, 2015
Rev. Blue,
Words cannot convey the heartfelt sympathy I'm feeling. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Deac. Blue has fought the good fight. Keep looking to God for your strength. He will lead and guide you through. Pray for Him to give you the grace to go through.
Love you much,
Gloria, Trevian and Uniqua'
Debbie Sessums
October 30, 2015
Jane,
There are no words to convey how sad this is to hear of Robert's passing. You all are in our prayers and thinking of you at this most difficult time.
Debbie & Stephen
Carolyn Wynn
October 30, 2015
What a good person to work around. We both love talking Giant football so you know how many times we laughed until we cried! So sorry to hear this. I wish he had more time to enjoy his retirement. God bless to your whole family!!
Glenda Gooden-Jenkins
October 29, 2015
Jane,
So sorry for your loss. May the memories of Robert bring you comfort during this difficult time.
Leon & Charmaine Jordan
October 28, 2015
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mildred Brown
October 28, 2015
Jane, my deepest heartfelt sympathy to you and the family at this time. I am deeply touch by Mr. Blue passing.
Keep the memories close to your heart and continue to trust God
Always, Mildred & Rudy
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