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Robert DeVolld Obituary

Robert "Bob" Bradley Bradley

BRANDON, FL: passed peacefully on October 14, 2016 from stroke complications. Born to Donald and Virginia DeVolld of Zanesville, Ohio on July 12, 1945, he was a graduate of Zanesville High School and, following his service in the Army, received his Bachelors in Business from Franklin University in Columbus, OH. He was a Jaycee and owner of the DeVolld Insurance Agency in Zanesville until 1982, when his family moved to Brandon, Florida, where he worked as West Coast District Manager for The Travelers Insurance. Bob was actively involved in the Brandon Community, serving on the board of ECHO and a past President of the Brandon '86 Rotary Club, where he co-chaired the committee for the Rotary All Persons Playground, his proudest accomplishment.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Gail; son Troy DeVolld of Los Angeles; daughter Melissa (Josh) Hughes of Ruskin, FL; and two grandchildren, Lindsey and Joel; sister Judy (Dave) Ross of Zanesville, OH, as well as 7 nieces and nephews and several other family members.

There will be a visitation on Wednesday, October 19, 2016 from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm at Serenity Meadows Funeral Home, followed by a Celebration of Life at 7pm. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to LifePath Hospice in Ruskin or the Brandon '86 Rotary Club.

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Published by Times Recorder on Oct. 17, 2016.

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Ron & Bonnie Johnson

October 20, 2016

We were deeply saddened by your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ron has memories of a childhood friend.

Ron & Bonnie Johnson

October 20, 2016

We were deeply saddened by your loss. Our
thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Ron has many special memories of his childhood
playmate.

Sue Durant-Faulkenberg

October 18, 2016

Bob was a childhood & teenage hero to me. He let me play with his Lincoln logs and his Erector set; he taught me to play chess, canasta & hearts. Knowing I was new to public high school, he took me to a party as his plus one. Bob even found me a date for the prom with his friend, Dale

Having Bob's loving kindness has made me a most fortunate person.

May his spirit be guided by bliss and may he find perfect peace.

LESLIE Lynch Colopy

October 17, 2016

Bob holds a special place in my heart. Gail, Troy and Melissa, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Cynthia Manchesi

October 17, 2016

My thoughts and prayers go out to The DeVolld family. Bob's kindness during our Rotary years will never be forgotten. He was a great mentor. Rest in peace!

Joyce Uphoff

October 17, 2016

May God comfort and guide you at this time. Keep Bob alive in your heart and mind and he will always be with you. It has been a long trip for all of you. God Bless.

Sheila Donalson

October 17, 2016

So sorry for your your loss, Gail. My thoughts and prayers are with you for peace and comfort.

Hugs,
Sheila

Barbara Grainger

October 17, 2016

What a precious memory seeing you wonderful smile as you enjoyed watching Lindsey play ball and enjoying a hot dog. How much your family loved you is a testimony to you and your character. My love and prayers to all the family.

Sherry Dufort

October 17, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I remember Bob wanting to race in our wheelchairs. I also remember him laughing because he had a power chair.

October 17, 2016

I wish I had a chance to meet you in person, Mr. DeVolld , so I,could tell you how grateful I am for having Troy as a friend & colleague. You & your wife have raised such an exceptional son, who is always here for his friends, no matter what the circumstances. No matter whether my life is up or down, as soon as I see Troy or get an email from him, he makes my day more special! May you RIP & cyber hugs & blessings to your wonderful family. xoxo kathie fong yoneda

Dianna Vannatta

October 17, 2016

Sending love to all during this difficult time.

Celeste Tornwall-Felice

October 17, 2016

My condolences to you and your family Troy.You are in our prayers.

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October 17, 2016

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