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1928
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2019
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Robert Hobba Obituary
He was born August 31, 1928, in Punxsutawney, a son of the late Edna (Hoffer) and Albert "Tobe" Hobba.
On February 28, 1951, he married Marcella J. (Anderson) Hobba, who survives.
He was a member of the St. Peters United Church of Christ of Punxsutawney.
Bob was a graduate of the Punxsutawney High School Class of 1946.
He worked for Beverage Air in Brookville, PA, and retired after fifty years in 1992 as the Vice President/General Manager.
In addition to his wife, surviving relatives include four children, Robert G. Hobba of Punxsutawney, Gail L. Reddinger and husband Terry of Punxsutawney, Nancy H. Chelgren and husband Thomas of Punxsutawney, and Karen D. Miller and husband Todd of Treasure Lake, DuBois; six grandchildren, Kate Brantley and husband Daniel, Molly Hobba, Shaina Reddinger, Laura Chelgren, and John and Kara Miller; a great grandson Daniel Brantley III; five sisters, Arlene Wingert and husband Ronald of Minneapolis, Lillian Kendall of Punxsutawney, Lucille Campbell and husband David of Brookville, Jean Yount of Punxsutawney, and Janet Smiley and husband Joseph of Valier; two brothers, William Hobba and wife Carol of Morgantown, WV, and Richard Hobba and wife Kathy of Punxsutawney; two aunts, Helen Jordan of Punxsutawney and Florence Lewis of Meadville, PA; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers-in-law, Devere Kendall and Fred Yount.
Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., Thursday, April 4, 2019, at the Deeley Funeral Home, Punxsutawney.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, April 5, 2019, at the funeral home officiated by Michele Huey.
Interment will be in Circle Hill Cemetery, Punxsutawney.
Memorial contributions may be made, in memory of Mr. Hobba, to the St. Peters United Church of Christ, 203 Orchard Avenue, Punxsutawney, PA 15767.
Online condolences may be made at www.deeleyfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Robert Hobba
April 15, 2019
Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
Jim Brown
April 14, 2019
Whenever I was growing up, I would visit my Aunt in Punxsy for a couple of days occasionally. My first Cousin Marcella was married to Bob. He would talk to me and I enjoyed all the conversations we had. He will truly be missed. I know his path to heaven is certain. I thank Bob for all the times he spent with me.
Doris Hammett
April 8, 2019
We in Spartanburg have just learned of Bob's passing. Please know we share in your loss. Bob was an inspiration to know and work with .. we had nothing but respect for his work ethics, knowledge and skills. A true gentleman who cared about his employees and those he worked with. He was blessed with a long life but we know he will be greatly missed! Love and prayers to Marcella and the family.
April 6, 2019
Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
Charlotte Anderson Baron
April 5, 2019
Words can never offer enough comfort during such a difficult time but know that your family is in my prayers. I remember your father as being such a kind man. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Rick, Diann Straitiff
April 4, 2019
To the Hobba family: Very sorry and we share in your loss. May God's grace offer you comfort.
CKT
April 4, 2019
MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOU A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17
the William Benson Jr. Family
April 3, 2019
We are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing! During the last few years of my Dad's life, Bob always made his daily visit with him. My Dad always enjoyed Bob and considered him a dear friend. U all are in our prayers.
Denny Cameron
April 3, 2019
Bob, Gail , Karen ,Nancy and families, you have my sympathy and prayers in the loss of your dad. He was a very nice man. God Bless you all.
James Kaza
April 3, 2019
Gail and Family: Sorry for your loss, our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Joan and Jim Kaza
Matthew Smilo
April 3, 2019
very sorry Karen for your loss. LOve
Maureen Mancuso (Brickell)
April 3, 2019
So sorry for your loss
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Visitation
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Deeley Funeral Home, Inc. - Punxsutawney33 Hillcrest Drive, Punxsutawney, PA 15767
Apr
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Deeley Funeral Home, Inc. - Punxsutawney33 Hillcrest Drive, Punxsutawney, PA 15767
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Funeral service
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Deeley Funeral Home, Inc. - Punxsutawney33 Hillcrest Drive, Punxsutawney, PA 15767
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