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1948
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2020
Robert Langdon Obituary
June 17, 1948 - January 26, 2020
Long Time Resident of Ben Lomond
Robert Langdon died on January 26, 2020, at the age of 71. Rob and his wife Jane reveled in the times spent with their children, Beth, Jake, daughter-in-law Stella and their grandchildren, Leo and Coral. He was a beloved brother to Gary Langdon, Susan Lawson, and Kerry Vi. Rob treated kids in his community like extended family, sharing his love and passion for fishing at every opportunity. Rob seized time with loved ones and demonstrated his love of family unwaveringly.
Rob served in Vietnam with the 199th Army Division. Upon returning, he graduated from Long Beach State University in 1972 with a degree in Social Work and married Jane. Shortly after, they moved to Ben Lomond.
He started his 30 year career as Crew Member and eventually retired as Crew Leader of the Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf, a job he thoroughly enjoyed. His dedication to his Wharf Crew was steadfast and he embraced Crew mates like brothers.
Rob forged life-long friendships with his compassionate humor and ability to put everyone at ease. Rob loved coaching his children's baseball and softball teams and all who knew him cherish the memories of his hearty laugh and warm, bright smile. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Disabled American Veterans via: Dav.org. Many special thanks to Donna Barr and the caring V.A. team.
A Celebration of Life will be held this Spring.
The Neptune Society of Northern California
650-592-9880
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What a kind, funny and loving friend! Rob was like my big brother when I was his neighbor in Huntington Beach so many years ago.
Jeanie Mills
February 12, 2020
Polly Sporl
February 11, 2020
We are so sad to see this news!. Please know we are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers,
Love Mike, Polly Amber and Brittani Sporl
Gail Ruwe
February 9, 2020
Rob was a kind, quiet, steady rock of a guy. He will be sorely missed by his family and friends and remembered with such great fondness. Sweet and unflappable with babies, kids and dogs, Rob was also such a "guy" in his outside hobbies and interests: following sports, fishing, golfing and putzing in his workshop. I hope there is a Heaven..... and that Rob is there with much loved dogs, family and friends who have gone before him.
Terry Weidel
February 9, 2020
Rob and I grew up together in Southern California and have known each other since Jr. High School. When he moved into the neighborhood, all we cared about the new guy was whether or not he could place baseball... which he did.. he was an all-star! We played baseball together for years thereafter, always laughing and trying to out-play one another. We developed a lifelong friendship and went on to share memories that only good friends can do... school, sports, parties, car wrecks, surfing trips, Viet Nam and fishing trips.
The surfing years were the best. Competing, laughing, traveling, sharing stories, broken down cars, shaping boards, California, Hawaii and Mexico.
Easily, the best thing that ever happened to Rob, was Jane, his lifelong companion. They were simply made for one another. They have a wonderful marriage, wonderful children and grandchildren, who will carry on his incredible legacy. His great love of family and friends is unmatched.
I always smile when I think of Rob. He had a great sense of humor and country boy take on life. He had the unique ability to say the right thing at the right time. I miss him terribly and can only find peace knowing that he's out there fishing and smiling... and making wise cracks as only he can do. Aloha Rob...
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