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SHAUGHNESSY, ROBERT THOMAS Born September 12, 1941, Robert Thomas Shaughnessy passed away suddenly on July 8, 2006, much too soon for those who loved him. He was a native of Chicago, Illinois who fell in love with San Diego on a midshipman cruise. He made this city his home with his wife Cynthia in 1963. Bob finished his education at San Diego State University and began a thirty-year career in teaching, primarily as an English, Humanities and Journalism teacher at Patrick Henry High School. His dedication to his students included a stint as cheer advisor and coach of a championship Academic Decathalon team. The same passion for world cultures, history and current events that inspired him in the classroom fostered a love for travel and new adventures. While at home, he relished the challenge of the daily New York Times crossword puzzle, gardening, and collecting wines to share with friends. His resounding bass voice graced choirs from the St. George Glee Club in Evanston, Illinois to the St. Andrew's Episcopal Church choir in La Mesa, where he sang for 25 years. He was also an avid golfer and longtime member of the Nomads Golf Club. His time as a midshipman and in the ROTC at Northwestern University in Chicago spurred a lifelong love of the sea. He became a tireless worker and volunteer docent at the Maritime Museum of San Diego, where he constructed the popular children's play boat and helped rebuild the historical Pilot boat. Bob delighted in meeting the public and sharing his vast knowledge of the museum's vessels. Most importantly, Bob was a beloved husband, father and grandfather whose love of learning and joy in life touched family and countless friends. Bob is survived by his wife, Cindy, his daughters Heather Wolzen and Cricket Jamet and his grandchildren, Taylor, Carly, Nicole and Nathan. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 13th, at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 4816 Glen St., La Mesa, CA 91941. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Bob's memory to: Maritime Museum of San Diego, 1492 N. Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA 92101.Please sign the guest book at obituaries.uniontrib.com

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Jul. 11, 2006.

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Gillian Wegener

January 19, 2007

Dear Mrs. Shaughnessy and Family,
I am so sorry to learn of Mr. S's passing. I've only learned today. I was in Mr. S's and Mr. Litchfield's class at PHHS in '84, and I can honestly say that the two of them were my most influential teachers ever. I am an English teacher today (with a credential in Social Science as well) because of them. Mr. S made us all comfortable in the classroom and happy to be there. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. It is shared in some small measure by so many of us. My thoughts are with you as they have so often been with Mr. Shaughnessy over these years.
Sincerely,
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Anne Petty Bingham

September 19, 2006

To Mr. Shaughnessy's family:



My thoughts and prayers are with you as I learn of his passing. I was in Mr. Shaughnessy's Humanities class at Patrick Henry team-taught with Mr. Litchfield. I will never forget the grin on his face as he taught and his good humor in the classroom. You may never know the immeasurable impact he had in so many lives as a teacher, but be assured that his influence will live on. Thank you for sharing him with so many others.

Robin Luby

August 8, 2006

Dear Cindy, Heather, and Cricket,

I just learned, with shock, of Bob's passing last month. He has always been so vital, and remains so in my memory, that I'm almost unable to believe. I got to know him through the local English council (at a time when we met in homes, including yours) and enjoyed talking with him of mutual interests in art, music, books, and more recently the Maritime Museum. We can be thankful for the many ways he touched us all, and treasure the memories. My sympathy to you in your loss, and my hope that Bob's continuing influences and inspiration for good sustain you.

Mary Kevorkian

July 23, 2006

I was truly saddened to learn that our friend Bob has left us far too soon. I first met him through the Academic Decathalon Team and often saw him at Singing Hills before I moved to Texas to be near my son, Martin and his family. Bob was a very special presence. Your day was always better for having been with him.

Bob & Mary Ann Bothel

July 22, 2006

Cindy, Heather and Cricket



Mary Ann and I are absolutely grieved with the all too soon passing of Bob. For 25 years all of you were an integral part of our life. We are forever grateful for the wonderful memories of Bob. Memories such as singing, laughing, visiting, "dropping in" and stomping on cheeseburger boxes. Not all that long ago I had the pleasure of visiting with Bob at the top of your backyard, overlooking the skyline, and having a wonderful chat. I (Bob) loved Bob and count him as a dear friend. I loved golfing with him. Such fun! I will remember Bob for his kind heart, good nature and gentle spirit. Truly a good man!



Cindy, you know how special you are to us. You are in our prayers! Take comfort in knowing that Bob is forever singing in the Heavenly Choir filling a spot reserved just for him in the bass section of God's chorale.



We love you!

Elisa Miller

July 19, 2006

Dear Shaughnessy Family -



The highlight of my sophmore year in 1981 at PHHS was the two hours I spent every day with my best school friends being entertained - uh, educated - by Bob Shaughnessy and Bob Litchfield. What a team - they brought out the best in their students as well as each other. Truly the best teachers I ever had.



I will always remember Bob's hearty laugh, kind ways, enthusiasm for Grecian urns, creative teaching techniques, and generous spirit.



He worked with my stepfather, Bob Wright, down at the Maritime Museum. I couldn't believe it when I ran into him down at the Star several years ago and he remembered me even after 20 years!



I feel so blessed to have known him, and also to have had the chance to tell him personally what a positive impact he had on my life.



God bless you all,



Elisa Eckles Miller (a.k.a. "Pancho")

David Rytell

July 18, 2006

Bob Shaughnessy was a man that anybody would be glad to know. He was also a man that anybody would be lucky to have as a neighbor. Me, I was extra-lucky, because he was my neighbor for most of my life. The Shaughnessy family lived next door to me growing up – and later, I’d own the same home I grew up in – and my wife and I still live there now. Bob was the kind of guy that did things for people all the time without thinking about it. It’s well known that Bob was a devoted teacher and volunteer. But in his “spare” time, he was still helping others. There were the little things, like sometimes we’d find freshly picked tomatoes on our backyard table – a little gift from Bob. Mostly, I remember that he was so good at solving problems, we’d ask him favors, and he would do any favor for us we asked – but generally we didn’t have to ask. I remember spending hours trying to get a tree stump out of our yard. From a distance, Bob saw me struggling and came over with this huge crowbar. He pushed one end under and started prying. (Bob was also pretty strong.) In no time, out came the stump. Without his help, I think I just might still be working on that stump today. Other times my wife and I would come home and find little things around our place suddenly fixed – and we always knew it was Bob. In our front yard we had a brick walkway that had been raised up by some tree roots. It was kind of dangerous – we were afraid someone would trip on it. It was too big a job for me to fix – so I’d have to hire someone to fix it – except that one day I came home and the bricks had been carefully raised, the tree roots cut away and the bricks neatly put back level. I asked Bob about it a few days later. His response was something like “aw, it was nothing.” We have a little gazebo in the backyard, and the windows would never stay up properly – I fiddled with them for a long time, then gave up. One day we came home – and they were all fixed. Bob showed me later I just needed a few screws here and there. Then there was that garden hose I’d always use around the house. It was handy, but one day the handle on the case broke and it was really hard to wind the hose back up into the case. I knew I’d just have to go buy another one – but being busy, it would take me a while to get around to it – that is, until I went out to use it one day and saw that the handle had been mysteriously reattached. How did that …? Oh, yes, Bob fixed it. A few months ago, I ran over a sprinkler with the lawnmower. I was out in the yard on my hands and knees struggling to get the broken riser pipe out of little hole. Before long I wore the pipe down to the threads. This was really a big pain because I’d have to dig a big hole, cut the pipes and put in a new riser fitting. Bob saw me, came over and looked down. “It’s worn down to the threads,” I said. Bob looked for a moment. He contemplated: “Hmm….” He went back to his house, and I thought, “Gee, when Bob can’t solve a problem, I’ve really got myself in a fix.” I went to get my shovel, when Bob reappeared and pulled out a pocket knife. He put the knife down into the fitting and gently twisted out the tiny little piece of riser pipe. Problem solved. So, you see, I could tell you a dozen more stories, but I think you can easily see that Bob didn’t just work hard as a teacher, a docent, a craftsman, a father, an outstanding member of the community. Bob worked hard to help others all the time because that’s just the kind of person he was. I’ll always be grateful I was so lucky. I just wish Bob could have been your neighbor too.

Becky Sedrel

July 17, 2006

Dear Cricket, Fred and family:

Mike and I send our deepest sympathy to you and yours. We share your sadness, but celebrate a life of happiness. Amber and Greg have shared with us the news of your father's passing. Our hearts go out to you. Your father sounds like a great person and one we would have like to have met. Time helps heal the pain. Memories will last forever and can be shared with generations to come.

With Deepest Sympathy,

Mike and Becky Sedrel

Victoria Bland

July 16, 2006

As huge an impact as learning of his passing caused and as much as he will be missed at this museum one would think that there would be an emptiness...everywhere you look you can see Bob doing something. The very essence of his being, even in memory, fills the emptiness. Bob Shaughnessy was an extraordinary man who touched a lot of lives. May God bless and keep his family and friends. Someday we shall all meet again.

Arlene Mulligan

July 16, 2006

Like Don Mayfield, I knew Bob from the San Diego Writing Project and the many conferences and meetings we enjoyed (and endured). Had I known of Bob's interest in singing, we might have enlivened some of those gatherings with some rowdy Irish songs.



Being a gifted teacher who brought his many talents and interests into the classroom, he left us all many gifts. I will leave him a poem.



Eternity



He who binds to himself a joy

Does the winged life destroy

But he who kisses the joy as it flies

Lives in eternity’s sun rise.



William Blake

Mary Barr

July 16, 2006

Bob’s untimely and sudden death made me think about the brevity of life itself--"our little hour." Bob lived as though he knew this truth, packing it all in, reaching out to others, and helping us all enjoy life’s treasures with him. We must follow his example. He led a good, full life—and, after all, isn’t that the best we can hope to do, too? I'm grateful for the model he provided.

Ann Morrison

July 15, 2006

I know Bob from the Maritime Museum. He was always smiling, supportive, pleasant and fun when I saw him there. He greeted us all as friends and made us feel very happy to be there. I will miss his presence, but he will always be a star in my sky.

Sam Turner

July 15, 2006

Bob, I will miss you terribly, and I just want to write to tell you goodbye. Truly, you were one of my closest friends, and like close friends, how you have occupied, and still occupy, much of my life. I never said that to you, but I’m sure you knew it.



Now you are gone. At this moment I realize how hard “forever” is to accept, and how hard it is that I’ll never see you again. But that is life, and now, my dear friend, you teach me--just as Dwight and Litchfield did--the importance of living every day to its fullest.



I admired many of your traits, especially your enthusiasm, your optimism, your curiosity, your ability to get along with everyone, and your being an excellent handyman and fellow teacher. So I am thinking of you today, and I will always. For me, 36 years of good memories will soon crowd out any sorrows. I promise you that my family and I will help Cindy and your family do the same.



Take care, Bob. I can't mail this, but I honestly feel you know what it says. So long dear friend.



With love, respect, and gratitude,



Sam

Ann Van Dervoort

July 15, 2006

Dear Cindy, Crickett and Heather, Just a note to tell you Bob and I have you in our thoughts and prayers, daily. We always enjoyed our time with Bob. It was wonderful that he could spend the time with the Museum that he enjoyed so much. I remember what a kind host Bob was when I spent a night each week with you two when I was teaching. You stayed up late with me and chatted and offered me wine, no matter how tired you both were. I look forward to spending some time with you in August. We will share fond memories. Faithfully, Ann and Bob V.

Bret Marnell

July 14, 2006

To the family of Bob Shaughnessy,



Bob was one half of a dynamic duo that introduced me to the study of Humanities and coached me in the academic decathlon at Patrick Henry High School. These events changed my life, and just this past spring I was happy to see Bob and once again get to remind him of his impact on my life.



It was a shock to me to read today of his sudden passing, as I had just talked about coming to see him at the Maritime museum. To those that loved him, please know that he lives on in the hearts and minds of thousands of students who had the good fortune to learn from him, and in that way, he is still with us.



Love to you all.

Martin Kevorkian

July 14, 2006

In my last correspondence (this March) with the great and good man I first knew as Mr. Shaughnessy, these words attempted to convey some of the gratitude I will always feel for having experienced his presence:



"I often think back on seeing you at my father's memorial, right after the service -- seeing the expression on your face was really one of the clearest emotional moments for me of that whole event. Among other things, it reminded me how fortunate I had been in receiving extended parenting from kind mentors during my days in San Diego. It helped me to grieve, to feel the significance of the loss, and to be comforted at the same time."



My condolences to all of Bob's loved ones. It is such a blessing to have known him.

Donald A Mayfield

July 13, 2006

I knew Bob as a member of the San Diego Writing Project and as a fellow English teacher. Though I never taught at PHHS, I came to know Bob through conferences, workshops, and professional get-togethers.

I admired and remember him as a person to emulate. His sense of humor touched every observation he made about humanity, both his observations of others and himself. He poked fun at others in a gentle, loving way and poked fun at himself. He cared deeply for his students and thrived on his relationships with his colleagues. He was well-read and well-schooled, but his demeanor never suggested elitism.

To me, he was the salt of the earth, a loving man, a gentle man in a bear's clothing and a man to be missed.

Frank Malm

July 13, 2006

It was an honor to know Bob Shaughnessy. We were both Academic Decathlon Coaches when it was brought to San Diego County in 1983. I saw Bob in action as the head coach of the Patrick Henry High School team. Anyone familiar with this annual one-day event knows that the number of hours spent before and after school are enormous. You devote months preparing your team to score high on written tests on topics such as math, science, history, art and music; to wow the judges as they deliver prepared and impromptu speeches, to answer tough interview questions, and finally to compete in a live Super Quiz in front of a live audience of several hundred fans.

While some might think that prepping for the Decathlon could be dull, Bob and his assistant coach made it a fun and family affair. There were many weekends when they arranged picnics for the students and their parents. After a good meal, everyone was eager to get back to the business at hand with the vision of bringing home the gold. Bob’s dedication paid off big time. His Patrick Henry team placed first in the county in 1985, and they represented San Diego County in the State competition.



In addition to knowing Bob as a teacher and a colleague, I knew Bob as the man who came by often to visit and assist his widowed mother, Mary. Mary lived across the street from me and my wife for over 30 years. During that time I also had the pleasure and privilege of meeting his delightful wife, Cindy, and his friendly, and accomplished daughters, Heather and Cricket.

Bob was an wonderful person who loved teaching, garnered high respect from those who worked with him, mentored others, sang in the church choir, raised great kids, liked the game of golf, and lived a very good life. I am saddened by his passing.

Karen Foster-Schubert

July 13, 2006

Cindy, Heather, Crickett, and families-

Ken, Caci, and I send you our love and heartfelt condolences. We will miss Bob so much. I loved his warmth, contagious sense of humor, and the fact that he was one of our family. After having been around him less than a day up here in Seattle a short time ago our 2 year-old Caci was following him around and had already dubbed him "Uncle Bob". Uncle Bob, we miss you terribly.

-Karen Foster Schubert

Gary Keller

July 13, 2006

Bob was one of the many volunteers at the Maritime Museum and he will be sorely missed by all of us.

Gail Conrad

July 13, 2006

Cindy & Family,

Jerry and I were so saddened to read of Bob's sudden passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Your Bob and our Bob are gone too soon, but will always remain with us in spirit.

Sincerely,

Gail(Litchfield} Conrad

Ingrid Evans

July 13, 2006

Dear Cricket, Heather and Cindy: My sincere condolences about Bob's passing. Bob was such a friendly and amazing man, no wonder he had such amazing daughters (and grandkids)! My sympathies are with you all. xo

Sandy and Grant Behnke

July 13, 2006

Although I never taught with Bob at Patrick Henry HS, my family and I had numerous social occasions to be with Bob and his family. He was always a positive, upbeat, and energetic person. When you would enter a room and see Bob, he was usually smiling and laughing. His smile was unique with a gleam in his eyes, and his laugh was infectious – with all around him joining in at the funny topic that was being discussed.



He was a wonderful friend, a great teacher, and a parent and father like everyone would want to be. His family always came first, but he was always “very giving” of himself to so many other people and worthwhile causes.



He will be missed, but never forgotten.



Sandy and Grant Behnke

Tina (Botos) Million

July 13, 2006

I remember Mr Shaughnessy from my Humanities class in 1983, Patrick Henry High School. I will never forget his voice and his love for teaching. He prepped us all so well for college and was a great man. He made an impression on so many young lives at Patrick Henry. He's a teacher I will never forget. His love lives on with you and may you find peace. My condolences go out to your family.

Ted, Joan, Carolyn, Tom and Dorothy (Fettig)

July 12, 2006

Dear Cindy,

Sending our prayers to you and your dear family. We are all sadden to hear about our Cousin Bob's sudden death. My brother Tom was just there visiting. We know how proud Bob was of the Star of India I'm sure he now has his own Star to sail.

Kris Erickson

July 12, 2006

I was a student of Mr. Shaughnessy's at PHHS in 1978. I also saw him frequently as his mother lived on the same street as my parents. He was one of my favorite teachers and was always such a happy and cheerful man. He made a great impact on many and will be missed. He was an inspiration to me and to others.My condolences to all of the friends and family. My thoughts go out to all of you.

Robert and his boat, and cousin Thomas, June 30, 2006

July 12, 2006

Thomas Fettig

July 12, 2006

Dear Cynthia, please accept our most sincere condolences for the loss of your beloved husband Robert. Shock and sadness does not adequately describe how we felt when we heard the news about cousin Robert. Our prayers and condolences to you, your daughters Heather and Kristen. We will miss Bob very much. We will cherish and treasure the memories we have of Bob. We were honored to spend just recently some time with Bob at the museum that he liked so very much. He was so proud showing us the boat-model he made. Please feel our support and find strength to go through this difficult time.

Bob's cousins: Tom, Dorothy, Joan, Ted and Carolyn [email protected]

John Merrill

July 12, 2006

Dear Cindy and Family,

I can't begin to express how much Bob will be missed. I always enjoyed working with him, usually on the Pilot boat, but also other projects at the Maritime Museum. Always ready with a smile, joke, or even a song, Bob was certainly unique, and had a huge impact on not only myself, but anyone he came in contact with. While I'm sad at his passing, I also feel very grateful that I had the great fortune to get to know him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

With Depest Sympathy,

Rebecca Savala-Holbrook

July 12, 2006

I met Bob two years ago when I was training to be a docent. He told me to stop studying so hard or my eyes would fall out. No matter how busy he was he always had a smile and a kind word for me. My life has been enriched by knowing him.

Joe Haring

July 12, 2006

My sincere sympathy to Bob's family. As a fellow docent at the Maritime Museum, I will always remember him as a most cheerful, helpful and sharing mentor. He was always there to lend a hand and was the person to ask when one had a question. A truly wonderful person who I was privileged to know. He will indeed be missed.

John Pilafas

July 12, 2006

I was a student at PHHS and he was my teacher..A man who had a impact on us all..God rest his soul..and give strength to his family...Chicago Illinois

Al Sorkin

July 12, 2006

My heartfelt wishes to all the family. Bob will be missed by ALL of us here at the Museum. As a fellow docent I loved hearing him chat with the public. We shared good times. "see you...in Fiddler's Green"

Robyn Wilner

July 12, 2006

My heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to the family of this amazing man during this dificult time in their lives. Bob will be missed by many people as he touched so many lives every day.

Lisa Kirazian

July 11, 2006

We were so honored to have Mr. Shaughnessy in our lives as our Humanities teacher. I was thrilled to see him last year at a play performance and am so sorry that he is no longer with us. But his smile and jokes and excellent teaching will live on forever. Our prayers and condolences to his dear family.

Jack Pinhero

July 11, 2006

Cindy,

I worked with Bob numerous times on Pilot Boat trips. He was a very positive, caring man and a joy to know. He will be missed by many. You and your family have my deepest sympathy.

Jack Pinhero

Sandee Gillis

July 11, 2006

Bob was only a casual acquaintance at SDMMA but I'll miss his obvious devotion-to-the-cause. My heart goes out to you all.

Mary Farrelly

July 11, 2006

Mr. Shaughnessy is one of those rare souls that you meet in your lifetime that had the ability to make you smile and laugh with ease. He will truly be missed.

Ed O'Brien

July 11, 2006

We, the docents, will sorely miss Bob. I think that he was the most tireless worker of all our blue shirts. And he was concerned about all of us. For example, when my wife passed away four years ago, Bob was one of the first of the docents that called and gave his condolences. So, it's now my time to give them to his family. Bob, have a smooth trip across that ocean and land on a beautiful shore.We will sorely miss you.



Ed O'Brien

Paula Stanford

July 11, 2006

Some people that you come across in life make an immediate impact on you and seem to enrich your life whenever you come into contact with them. Bob was one of those peoople. His smile, knowledge, ready & willing hand, friendliness, ingenuity, sense of humor, and much more will be greatly missed at the Maritime Museum for a long time to come.

Debra Rogers

July 11, 2006

Bob was an inspiration to me as a new docent at the SDMM. I will miss him with all my being.

Randy Ashman

July 11, 2006

Blessed are the rightous, for they are free

Bill Anderson (Docent)

July 11, 2006

Bob will be really missed at the Maritime Museum. He was so involved in everything we did. I know heaven will be a better place now tht Bob is there. You all will be in our thoughts and prayer.

Jude Masseur & Bryan McCarthy

July 11, 2006

My boyfriend, Bryan and I shared the orlop deck at the Maritime Museum with Bob. He was building his "Children's Boat" while Bryan was building a rowboat for the education department at the museum. We had recently moved to San Diego and needless to say we felt quite adrift from family and friends back east. Bob quickly became like a dad to us by befriending us and offering us much support as we navigated our way through our first months here on the west coast. We are very sad to hear of his passing and will dearly miss how friendly and caring he was to all who knew him and even those who had just met him. Please know that you are in our thoughts as we celebrate a man who represented what is most wonderful about humankind.



Love and peace,



Maritime Museum staffmembers

Carlene Befort

July 11, 2006

I was greatly shocked to learn of the sudden death of Bob Shaughnessy. I have known him for several years through the choir at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in La Mesa. We send our deepest condolences to Cindy and her family and pray that their strong faith will help to get them through this. Carlene Befort

Paul Frazee

July 11, 2006

Bob was a very special docent at the Maritime Museum and he will be greatly missed. I was very glad that I could learn to be a docent from such a knowledgeable and outgoing individual. We will have to find at least 10 people to fill in for him.

John & Susan Golia

July 11, 2006

Dear Cindy and family: John and I were very saddened to hear the news of Bob's untimely death. Bob was a special person and will be missed so much by everyone. We have fond memories of singing Karaoke together on several occasions. You have many great memories of him and your life together. Those will last forever.

Love, John and Susan

Connie Byrnes

July 11, 2006

I am a friend of Cricket's. I have had the pleasure of being in the same company of the Shaughnessy's many times. My most memorable Mr. Shaughnessy moment was when he was dressed as a pirate for Nicki's "pirate/beach" bday party. What an amazing man that I had the honor of knowing. He will forever be in my heart as the kindess pirate I know. My love and sympathy to the entire family.

Betsy Pulli

July 11, 2006

Sweet Cindy,

We are so sorry for the news of Bob's passing. I will tell you that I can hear Bob's resonant voice and calm way of speaking when I picture him. He was such a fun person, and so good at his crafts.He was kind and patient when I would take my dad down to see the Pilot or Star or Berkeley, and his knowledge was impressive. Know that Gail and I feel your loss so much, and it is strange to know that both Bobs from our lives are gone. Be tough.. thank goodness you have prayer and belief to get you through this. Love to you all...Betsy Litchfield Pulli

Chris Sparks

July 11, 2006

I have lived 2 doors down from Bob for the last twenty some years, but never really got to know him. For that I am sorry. He always had a freindly wave and smile and would offer his help for anything you were doing. I know he will be missed on our block.

Cindy, If there is anything we can do for you, please don't hesitate to ask.



Chris & Denise Sparks

Elaine Geschke

July 11, 2006

To the Shaughnessy Family, Mr. Shaughnessy was my English teacher back in the day at PHHS. He was a kind and gentle man who had a huge impact on me and all his students. Although I had not seen him in years, I am saddened, and will keep your family in my prayers. Thank-you. Elaine Geschke (Lawrenceville,Ga)

Robert H. Smith

July 11, 2006

Dear Cindy: I was shocked this morning while reading the paper, to learn of Bob's untimely death. The many years he devoted to community services will be long remembered by the people of the San Diego area. And, as a member of the Board of Trustees of the San Diego Maritime Museum, I came to know Bob for his unselfish volunteerism. Also, He was most helpful to me in meeting a particular donor, Eugene Foster. And last but not least, his membership in the Bob-O-Links, a special, small organizatin for those with the name "Bob." He will be missed by all of us and certainly by me. Celebrate his life to the fullest!

Karen Zeiger

July 11, 2006

Bob was a wonderful and devoted teacher, he taught both of my daughter's at Patrick Henry. How sad to read of his sudden passing. He made a huge difference in the lives of so many students.

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