As the anniversary of Bob's passing has come and gone this month, he and his family have been and continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. To Stevi, Joe, James, Mike, Al and Sylvia, I hope that you are healing from your loss, and that warm memories of your precious husband/Dad/brother/son will always be with you to comfort you in the days and months ahead. Bob will always live on in the hearts of all those who loved him.  Be well and God bless. 
Sincerely, Barbara (Cook) Jewell

Just learned of Bob's passing from a coworker.  I met Bob while a secretary at KKYA, a very long time ago.  I am so sad to learn that he has passed.  Bob was always full of life and quite a funny guy; I'll never forget that about him.  I offer my deepest sympathies to his family in this time of sadness and sorrow.

 On warm evening nights, "Scotch and Soda" would ring out from the Univ. Hts. pool as Bob would entertain the other guards and Mr. Davidson. Bob's aura influenced musicians in the group and he created memories that have lasted fifty years. He'll live on in my memory. He died all too soon.

We just learned of Bobs passing and we were very sorry to hear about it. Although we haven't seen Bob recently since we moved to Flkorida we have many fond memories of him. He was always a very caring and thoughtful person and was a pallbearer at our sons funeral, Stevi our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.

We just found out about Bobs passing and we were so very sorry to hear about it. Although we have recently lost touch since we moved to Florida we had fond memories of Bob, He was a special person and was even a pallbearer at our sons funeral. Stevi Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time

My deepest sympathy to Bob's family.

I was his secretary at Burdox Oxygen (AGA Burdox) many years ago. Bob was always generous with his knowledge and had a great sense of humor.
Peace and Blessings to All,
Ellen (Wier) Minnozzi

Bob and I had lunch in July to catch up.  As always, no matter how long it has been - it was as if we talked just the day before.  I always enjoy his positive attitude and how he would talk about his love and admiration for Stevie. He talked about how proud he is of his son's Joe & James as well as Samantha.  No matter what hurdles he had to jump ~ he seemed to always be appreciative of what he had at the moment.  I will miss that.  He was a good man, an ethical attorney, loving husband and a caring father.  The first time Bob and I met face to face was with my daughter Rebecca (her very first business meeting with a pacifier in her mouth) at his office on Cedar.  I knew right then and there what type of man he was by his positive reaction to a meeting which included a 1 year old.  He will always be remembered in my heart - Take care Bob who is somewhere over that rainbow.

Bob was a much respected and a highly valued board member for the Ridgecliff Foundation.  We thank him for his many years of service and express our deepest condolences to his family.

Bob was my best friend during our freshman year at Bowling Green, in 1961-62.  I am saddened by his premature passing.

I WORKED WITH BOB FOR MANY YEARS AT COLE NATIONAL  HE WAS A TALENTED AND WONDERFUL PERSON    .I AM SAD ABOUT THE NEWS .  
JEFF COLE

I just wanted to extend my deepest and sincerest condolences to the entire family. Unfortunately I only knew Bob for a very short period. He always was warm, honest, caring and friendly. An epitomy of a mentsch. Hamakom Yenachem Eschem B'toch Sh'aar Avelei Tzion V'yerushalayim. May God comfort you amongst all the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.

I had the chance to reconnect with Bob over the phone during the last couple of years. It's like nothing had changed since we grew up together. I'll always remember him as sweet, kind and caring. My life is richer because I had the opportunity to know him and be his friend.
 We extend our deepest condolences to Stevi and Bob's entire family. Larry Polsky

Dear Family & Friends of Bob,

 Bob has been a friend since elementary school.  We didn't always see eachother through the years, but when we did the fondness & friendship was like we saw eachother every day of the week.  He by far was the warmest, kindest, & nicest man I have ever in my lifetime had the pleasure to meet & befriend. No one can take your place Bob !!  I will forever see your smiling eyes in my memories, & photos of our class reunions.  I will hold a special place in my heart for you & will remember you always.

My deepest empathy to all your family & to all that share in your loss.

Rest in Peace my friend... Until we meet again.

Your loving friend,
Marcia Woldman Greene  CHHS/class of 61

I am sorry for your loss. I hope your family will find comfort by relying on God who is the â€œHearer of Prayerâ€ during this difficult time. Psalm 65:2

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dear Stevi and Family,
  I am truly sorry for your loss.  Bob loved you so much and was so glad that he had you to share his life with.  I just wish he had more time to share....he is a good man that will be terribly missed by all that knew him.
Our Deepest Condolences,

To my loving father, my mentor, my rock, my hero, MY VERY BEST FRIEND. I can not put into words how incredibly hard living without you is going to be for me, Dad, because the thought of you gone leaves me broken. There aren't words to describe what having you for a father has meant to me. I can only hope that when that day comes for me to carry on your legacy that I'll be half the father you were to James and I. And even though you won't be here to see it, I know you'll be watching down upon us and will be with us always. I promise to make you proud and to be the man you taught me to be. I am so proud and honored to have had you as my Dad. You were everything and more of what a father should be. I love you and you will forever be missed, My Dad.
 
Your loving son,
Joe

Jon and I send deepest sympathy to Stevi, Sammy, Joe and James, Noah and to all of Bob's family and friends.  All of us who knew Bob will find the world a different place without his kind and loving presence.  Bob came into our life when he and Stevi met. For 10 years we had the privilege of not only getting to know Bob but of seeing unconditional love between the two of them. Seeing the delight they took in each other  and witnessing their deep and abiding love added a special dimension to the times we shared.  A special man, a special friend.
Jon and Kim Day

Bob was a warm and loving mensch for whom the glass was always half full, a kind soul who never said a negative word about anyone, a self-effacing, modest man who rarely admitted to all the good deeds he regularly performed and all the people he quietly helped. His joyous sense of humor endeared him to one and all. 

His strength of character and complete and utter devotion to Stevi and their four children were an inspiration to the multitude of friends and family who enveloped them in love over the last difficult months. When he first introduced Stevi to us ten years ago, we immediately fell in love with her, and knew that she was the kind, caring, compassionate soulmate he so deserved. 

Bob was our friend, our confidant,and our attorney. The world and our community are much poorer with his passing. He is irreplaceable.

My heart aches for Stevi and the rest of Bob's family as I mourn his passing and cherish memories of the years when he touched my life in many special and significant ways.  Bob was much more than a "boyfriend" back when we were teenagers...he was a "best" friend in the truest sense. Reconnecting with him at the reunion, seeing him happy and loved by Stevi, and knowing that he was at peace despite his illness was a true blessing. To Bob's Mom, Stevi, Joe, James, Al, and Mike, please know that I share your deep sorrow.  I know Bob will continue to live on in your hearts as he will in mine. My prayers are with you all.

My wife Betsy and I extend our deepest condolences to Bob's family and friends. I am deeply saddened that I was unable to rekindle our friendship in recent years.

 I always felt a close immediate connection with Bob no matter how many years had passed. Bob was able to make me and I am sure others feel an immediate bond of friendship and intimacy and I now will try to fill this void with his memory. My condolences to Bob's family. Richard Levine, CHHS 61, Takoma Park, MD

I will always cherish the memories of our times together at Dobama.  Every time I saw Bob, he was smiling, optimistic, and so kind. He was a truly special friend and human being.

Stevie-our condolences to you and the rest of the family....truly a great guy and we will all miss him...Barb and Steve

My dear former husband, long time friend and father of my step-sons, James and Joe, passed away yesterday after a long and valiant fight against cancer. I am thankful he was surrounded by his loving wife, Stevi and family as he left this world. I am ever grateful that our friendship and love continued through the years and that we were able to share some laughs and tears. I am deeply saddened and will greatly miss just knowing he was around... May his family find peace and strength in the days ahead. Sleep tight, Bob...  With love, DiDi

Glad I got to see Bob and meet Stevie at the CHHS reunion - a very happy couple.  Bob was a great guy and a talented guy and will be much missed.

Hello Bob

I hope you are resting in peace. I can hear your voice, calm, yet discerning as always. And your spontaneous laugh as well. I am thankful we could keep our relationship just as strong as ever this last year.  I will be humming a tune for you on Tuesday when Kathy and I come to Cleveland in your honor. 

marty and kathy zimmerman / charlotte n.c.

Julian Greenspun, HHS-June 1961

Bob was a wonderful person, all of his life

My deepest sympathy to the family,

Bob is one of the finest genlemen I have ever known and he will be missed. I feel truly blessed that I had the privelege to have even a small part in his life! 

Ha Makom Yanachem es Chem B'Soch Shaar Aveilei Tzion V'Yerushalayim - May the Omnipresent comfort you among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.

Sincerely,
Scott Peters, Beachwood

OBITUARY

Robert D. Gutin

8 July, 1943 – 11 January, 2013

Berkowitz-Kumin-Bookatz Memorial Chapel

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