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1940
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2014
Robert Strom Obituary
He was born in Seattle, August 19, 1940. At age 21, he was drafted into the Army. After boot camp at Fort Ord, he was stationed at Fort Baker near the Golden Gate Bridge. His commanding officer allowed him to go to Squaw Valley on weekends to teach skiing. In addition to the ski instructor certificate, he was the youngest certified National Ski Patroller at Steven's Pass in Seattle and very proud of it.
After the military service, Robert worked in commercial real estate business, in San Francisco, for more than 45 years, opening his own company, Strom & Associates in 1982. We met at Perry's on Union Street, in San Francisco, and have had the best 30 years together. We did everything together; tennis, skiing, golf, traveling and enjoyed wonderful times with all our friends.
Robert is survived by his mother Lila Strom, Seattle, his brother Don, and Don's wife Jane LaFazio, San Diego.
I would like to thank all the ER staff at Marin General Hospital, nurses and doctors for doing all you could for Robert and I am very grateful for that.
Robert we all love you and you will always be in our hearts.
A memorial service will be held at Richmond Country Club, Richmond, CA, on Sunday, February 16 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers you may send donations to: Marin General Hospital, 250 Bon Air Road, Greenbrae, CA 94904
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Joe Jedeikin
April 12, 2014
Sorry to hear about Bob's passing. He was a great locator of office space for my lawfirm. He was very helpful in finding the top floor of 333 Pine Street for my firm some 15 years ago. In additional he was very professional, a great guy.
My condolences to his family.
Joe Jedeikin, San Francisco
Lenor & Ben Balme
February 16, 2014
We are thinking of you today Gunnel remembering the many fun times we have spent with you and Robert. His enthusiasm was catching. Whether we played golf or watched soccer or shared dinner our times together were full of laughs and good stories. We will miss him. Sending our love and condolences. Ben and Lenor
Nohad Videau
February 15, 2014
Dear Gunnel and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Through you I knew Robert and I know how special your relationship was. May you treasure the wonderful memories.
Love,
Nohad
Cristina Solo rio
February 12, 2014
Condolences to the family from all of us at Sam's Grill. He will be missed.
Keith Hansen
February 3, 2014
Our family's sympathies to Lila, Donald and the extended family. Bob was always good for a sharp wit and a thorough pleasure to simply be around. He will be missed.
Robert Strom, far right, with his wife Gunnel. Seated Lila Strom. On the left, Don Strom and his wife, Jane LaFazio
Jane LaFazio
February 3, 2014
Robert Strom with his 95 year old mom, Lila. August 2013
Jane LaFazio
February 3, 2014
Sean O'Connor
January 27, 2014
Bob is missed, his wit and laughter always brought smiles to our voyage home across the bay; sincere condolences
January 26, 2014
Wonderful guy. So sorry that he has passed. Shared many laughs with him during our days in the real estate business.
Al Cooper
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