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Robert M. Feist (Age 94)
A public information officer for the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Washington, DC from 1966 - 1994, died May 31, 2019 of complications due to dysphagia. Prior to working for the USA, Mr. Feist was a newspaper reporter for the Billings, Montana GAZETTE, the Winter Haven, Florida NEWS-CHIEF, and the Miami, Florida NEWS. He also was an account executive for Woody Kepner Associates public relations agency in Miami and the Washington office the National Association of Realtors. Mr. Feist is a World War Two veteran of the Marine Corps and served two years during that war in the South Pacific, participating in the Bouganville Campaign and the Assault on Peleliu. Following military service he received a bachelor degree in English from Illinois College and a master's degree in Journalism from the University of Missouri. His wife, the former Ruth Nielsen of Copenhagen, Denmark, survives. He is survived also by two sons, Dane Feist of Fairfax, VA and Frank Feist of Arlington, VA. A third son, Martin, died in infancy. Services at a later date.
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Richard & Bette Powrs
June 3, 2022
Friendship is a valuable trait and Robert proved to be a true friend to my father during the later years of his life. Thank you for sharing Roert with us. Bette Powers
Palmer Brown
September 13, 2019
On behalf of the Marine Corps Cryptologic Association we offer our condolences on the loss of Bob Feist. His service in the RI Platoons of WWII provided the basis of what Marine Corps Cryptology is today. Semper Fi. and Rest In Peace Marine!
Gabi Rücker
September 1, 2019
Gabi Rücker
September 1, 2019
Dear family Feist,
when we first heard that Bob is no longer with us we were and still are very sad about that. We will never forget the great time we had with you in Alexandria and in Copenhagen a few years later.
The first time Gabi met you two, Bob and Ruth, was when you were visiting me and my family in Altena. I was about 11 years old. Thanks to a fotograph, I remember our common sightseeing of the Burg Altena. After that, Lotte, my Mother and the Grandma of Julian and Tino, and my Brother, Uli, kept in touch with you. Meanwhile, in 1985 my above-mentioned twins were born, who accompanied me to the US where we met Frank and Amelia, as well. We won't forget the excursions we made with you, e. g. the trip to Maryland to your good-hearted friends Betty and George where Tino and Julian enjoyed their pool. Thank you, Ruth, for the tasteful healthy food we could enjoy. Sadly, we couldn't manage another stay in the US but we're so grateful that we could cope with another visit in Copenhagen, at Erik's, which is not that far from Berlin. Regrettably, that was the last time we saw Bob. We would have liked to see you two again in the US or again in Copenhagen.
We will always remember Bob, the awesome time we had with you all and keep Bob forever in our hearts.
We hope that we may see you, Ruth, again.
Love and kisses,
Gabi, Julian and Tino
Gabi Rücker
September 1, 2019
Dear family Feist,
when we first heard that Bob is no longer with us we were and still are very sad about that. We will never forget the great time we had with you in Alexandria and in Copenhagen a few years later.
The first time Gabi met you two, Bob and Ruth, was when you were visiting me and my family in Altena. I was about 11 years old. Thanks to a fotograph, I remember our common sightseeing of the Burg Altena. After that, Lotte, my Mother and the Grandma of Julian and Tino, and my Brother, Uli, kept in touch with you. Meanwhile, in 1985 my above-mentioned twins were born, who accompanied me to the US where we met Frank and Amelia, as well. We won't forget the excursions we made with you, e. g. the trip to Maryland to your good-hearted friends Betty and George where Tino and Julian enjoyed their pool. Thank you, Ruth, for the tasteful healthy food we could enjoy. Sadly, we couldn't manage another stay in the US but we're so grateful that we could cope with another visit in Copenhagen, at Erik's, which is not that far from Berlin. Regrettably, that was the last time we saw Bob. We would have liked to see you two again in the US or again in Copenhagen.
We will always remember Bob, the awesome time we had with you all and keep Bob forever in our hearts.
We hope that we may see you, Ruth, again.
Love and kisses,
Gabi, Julian and Tino
Laurie Betts
July 27, 2019
Dear Aunt Ruth, Dane and Frank, thank you for inviting me into your home to share Uncle Bob for all these years since Dan and I were married. We love Bob's wry wit, and kind heart, and appreciate his long service to his country in multiple ways. Our hearts grieve with you and hope that his memory will be long.
Karin Eckert
July 26, 2019
Kære Frank, Dane og Faster Ruth,
Vi sender tanker herfra Kbenhavn og håber i får en mindefuld dag.
Angus, Maria, Magnus, Sara, Stine, Jonas, Karin og Annette
Erik Harms
July 21, 2019
to the TDA Bob,
thank you for the time we had together
though it was very long due to the distance betwen our addresses. But we
all 7 here in Denmark will be missing you.
Erik, Birgitte, Mia, Flemming,Lisa,Oliver and Oscar.
Henriette Ostergaard
July 20, 2019
Dear Bob and Ruth,
I look back from the beginning of my life, since I have known you from day 1. The story tells me my dad was your best man and my mom could not participate at your wedding as she had just had me......growning up I remember your visits to Denmark. Playing with Frank and Dane. One thing I still see clearly is Bobs ear warmers he was wearing one cold winter, I thought they were so hilarious! I also remember, he gave my sister and I a silverdollar each, it feels like a million years ago!
We have always enjoyed your company during your visits to Denmark and your hospitality when we visited you in Virginia, Both with my mother and when Jens and I came.
I am sorry my dad never managed to go. If it wasnt for him we would never have met!
Dear Ruth, We are thinking of you in these hard times and we send our condolences. Hope to see you again in near future.
May Bob rest in Peace!
Much Love Jens and Henriette
Marie and Dan Ernst
July 4, 2019
Ruth, Dane and Frank,
During his longtime residence in Stoneybrooke, Bob generously donated his time in service to our community. We are grateful for that and for his service to our nation. What a wonderful story you and he have, Ruth. He will be missed, but remembered fondly.
Sincerely, Marie and Dan Ernst
Denise Bennett
June 30, 2019
To my first supervisor in the federal government, thanks for all the laughs and good times we had in the office! You were a joy to work for and a wonderful friend. Rest in heaven Mr. Feisty, until we meet again!
June 29, 2019
Love and hugs to the Feist family, from Wendy Kilpatrick
Richard & Bette Powers
June 17, 2019
He had a long and eventful life. He served in the South Pacific with my wife's father.
He would come by with his wife occasionally when the Lieutenant was still alive.
Jean and John Crumrine
June 13, 2019
John and I were so sorry to hear of the loss of your wonderful husband and father. He was a great friend to our Dad (and mother). We hope your many wonderful memories provide you with solace during this time of sorrow.
Daryl Feist
June 9, 2019
Thank you Uncle Bob and Ruth for always being gracious hosts for our family visits when your brother Elmer and me would come up....I am really greatful of all the time we got to be together....and soooooo many laughs and stories...and teasing each other with fun stuff...God bless you Uncle Bob ❤
Robert Roock
June 9, 2019
Rest easy Bob. We will take it from here. Love out.
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