Robert Dewitt Randolph

1929 - 2020

BORN

1929

DIED

2020

Robert Randolph Obituary

Age 91, of Mt Lebanon, passed on Saturday, September, 12 2020. Born in Sligo, PA on March 6, 1929. Beloved husband, father and grandfather. He was the son of the late Dewitt Lyman Randolph (passed before his birth) and Hazel Randolph Slater (McCall). In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his first wife Betty Ann (McElhattan) Randolph, step father Charles E. Slater, sisters Faye Randolph Slater, Jane Slater Lally, Ruth Slater Brinkley, brothers Charles Richard Slater, Roy Slater and Warren Slater. Survived by his second wife Susan Randolph, sons Douglas Dewitt Randolph (Ellen) of Williamsburg, VA and Andrew Ward Randolph of Pittsburgh, PA, sister Alma Slater Drennen, step daughters Marylee Cella, Elizabeth Cella Bapat (Vivek) and Andree Cella Sherman (Brian), and numerous nieces, nephews and grandchildren. Dad served in the Army during the Korean War and was a student in the Army Foreign Language Schools first Russian class. He used his GI bill to attend Harvard Law School graduating in 1957. Practicing Labor Law in Pittsburgh for over 30 years he retired from the Buchanan Ingersoll firm where he was the head of their labor law section. He was a member of the Duquesne Club and St Clair Country Club. Dad was a fierce advocate for the special needs community and was president of ARC Allegheny, Pittsburgh from 1990 to 1992. Dad enjoyed traveling domestically and abroad, golfing, biking and skiing. Dad was never one to look at the trail map when skiing and once had to take a train to meet Susan for lunch after skiing into the wrong town in Austria. Dad loved life and enjoyed it to the fullest. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends. Funeral arrangements are private. The family wishes to express our appreciation for the loving care provided by the staff of Asbury Place. In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory may be made to, The Asbury Foundation, 700 Bower Hill Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15243. Or to support the special needs community contributions in his name may be given to Achieva, 711 Bingham St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203 laughlinfuneralhome.com

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Published by Virginia Gazette from Sep. 16 to Sep. 19, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Randolph

6 Entries

Kathy Ziegler

September 17, 2020

My sympathies to Susan & family. I had the pleasure of knowing Bob because my husband Dell was also an attorney at Buchanan Ingersoll. We would also enjoy skiing, dining, and attending cultural events. He made my life better as I saw his spirit of compassion, congeniality, & sense of humor and common sense. He was easy going. So many memories of Bob will always be in my heart. My world has lost a special person.

Vivek Bapat

September 17, 2020

My heartfelt condolences on Bob's passing. Bob was the epitome of how to deal with many of life's ups and downs with integrity, grace and dignity. His dedication to service - to his country, to the under-represented, to his family and his friends was consistently uplifting and inspiring. I learned to be a better person simply by being in his presence. I will never forget how kind and generous he was to Elizabeth, Deven, Noah and to me. One of my favorite memories of Bob is how he would take the time to take Deven (who loved trains when he was 7 or 8 years old ) with him on the trolley back and forth from Mt. Lebanon to downtown Pittsburgh sometimes making multiple trips on the same day. These simple gestures was what defined Bob. The world has lost a truly noble soul. RIP Bob!

Marsha Blanco

September 17, 2020

We are heartsick to learn of Bob's passing. He and Susan were dear friends. I served under Bob's Chairmanship at ACHIEVA and learned so much from him. We traveled together to national conventions of The Arc of the US. So much fun and learning together. I regularly visited Andrew at his home on Arla in Mt. Lebanon. Doug, Andrew and Susan - I mourn for your loss. We occasionally meet and interact with a great person in our lives. Your father and husband was indeed a great man who will be remembered by all of us who had the opportunity to walk with him during his journey here on earth.
Marsha

Dell Ziegler

September 16, 2020

Bob was one of the finest men I have known. A thoughtful man with a wonderful sense of humor. I knew him as a fine lawyer, a reckless and enthusiastic skier, a mediocre but devoted golfer. He had a huge heart and went out of his way to treat people in a welcoming and courteous way. He was just fun to be with. Thank you, Bob for letting us be a part of your life.

Robert Slater

September 16, 2020

Uncle Bob was a special person and a role model for me personally. I will remember him always.

Maria Smith

September 15, 2020

So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was such a kind and generous man. I was honored to know him and Susan during his time on the Achieva and Achieva Family Trust Boards. His wisdom and advocacy for persons with disabilities made a difference in this world. He will be missed! Rest in peace, Bob. My Deepest Sympathy to Susan and the family, Maria Smith

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