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Robert Luz Obituary

LUZ, ROBERT G. (Major, U.S. Army, Ret.) 81 of Temple Drive died Friday, July 4, 2014 at Rhode Island Hospital. He was born in Brooklyn, New York a son of the late Damiao G. and Helen (Guy) Luz. Mr. Luz was an Army veteran serving in the Korean War and the Vietnam War. He attained the rank of Major and was a recipient of the Purple Heart. While serving in the Korean War he was an excellent marksman. He was a member of the American Legion and enjoyed fishing. He leaves one sister, Marie E. DaCruz and her husband Joseph of Warwick and many nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Rosilyn Williams and Marjorie H. Lopez. His funeral service will be held on Thursday at 11:00 AM in the PERRY-MCSTAY FUNERAL HOME, 2555 Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence. Burial will be in the Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Calling hours Wednesday 5-8.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Jul. 8, 2014.

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Herman Statum

January 22, 2018

Bob Luz was truly a professional officer and a wonderful guy who had my admiration and highest respect.

Carol Jackson

July 9, 2014

Marie, I just learned of Bobby's death. I send you and your family my sincere, heartfelt sympathy.

Isaiah 2:4 R.A.

July 8, 2014

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

July 8, 2014

You were very special to our family, you are very loved and will be truly missed. Love Bobby, Dawn, Jordan Williams

Dorothy-Monteiro McCollough

July 8, 2014

My deepest sympathy to Marie and family. May he rest in peace.

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