Robert Francis Tripode

Mr. Robert Francis Tripode of The Trade Winds Condo, Pompano Beach, formerly of Boca Raton, passed away early Easter Morning, April 17, 2021 with his family at his side. Mr. Tripode was born on August 23, 1950 in Yonkers, New York. His late parents of Yonkers were John Joseph Tripode Sr (Auburn NY ) and Phillipa Maura (Totton) Tripode (Belfast,Ireland). His late Grandparents were Phillip and Agnes (Burns) Totton of ( Ireland) Yonker N.Y.

and Rocco & Mary (Montelaro) Tripode of (Italy) Auburn, N.Y.

Graduating from Roosevelt High School he worked weekends at his Fathers Italian Restaurant while attending Johnson & Wales College in Rhode Island where he earned a B.S. in Marketing. During that time he married his High School Sweetheart Darlene Zess. Their marriage ended friendly and they remained lifelong friends.

Eventually he relocated to Florida and has been a resident here for 50 years.

Mr. Tripode was the President and owner of RFT Marketing LLC. In later years his only son, Kyle Robert joined him in business which brought his Father much joy.

Known as Rob, he enjoyed being with people and loved hearing the music he grew up with. Raised in a very large N.Y. Irish- Italian clan, faith, family, friends, food, music and laughter ( sometimes disagreements) were always present. He was loved by many for his warm caring heart, his sense of humor and laughter and his great love for his three children from a second marriage. He showered them with all the love he had and of course anything they wanted was theirs for the asking.

Rob was a caring son to both of his parents. He was devoted to his Mother and became one of a their family care givers later in their golden years. He was a wonderful brother and a much loved Uncle. If you were his true friend you were his friend for life. He will surely be missed by all.. A light has dimmed on this earth but one shines brightly in the next.

Mr. Tripode is survived by his first born named after him, Robyn Frances Tripode of Wisconsin, his much loved only son, Kyle Robert Tripode of Florida, and his youngest daughter Lindsay Susan Tripode of California.

He is also survived by two siblings. His devoted only sister Pamela Maria and her husband David Charles Fogg of Wickford Village RI, who was his brother- in- law and friend for 53 years.

His second oldest much loved big brother Adrian (Tripode ) Otto and his wife Gretchen Otto reside in Venice, Florida.

His little puppy, Terra, brought him much love and happiness this last year of his life.

Mr. Tripode was predeceased by his three older brothers, John Joseph Tripode Jr (1994) of Yonkers, NY.

Bruce Michael Tripode (2010) Brewster, NY. Ronald Patrick Tripode (2020) Las Vega, Nevada.

Mr, Tripode is survived by his many loved nieces & nephews . As their “Uncle Robbie” he traveled everywhere for their special occasions in life. He also has many surviving cousins.

Robert’s family wish to extend their warmest appreciation for all the wonderful care Robert received from his nurses and care givers at Holy Cross.

In lieu of flowers please give a donation to a homeless person on the street or a shelter in his memory. Robert had a heart of gold and could never pass a homeless person without giving a helping hand. He also had a great love for all animals. Rest In Peace Our Beloved Robert. His soul now lives beyond the stars before The Throne Of GOD.

Viewing hours on Thursday, April 21 from 6-8pm at Kraeer (Forest Lawn) Funeral Home, 200 W. Copans Road, Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Funeral Mass Friday, April 22nd at St Ambrose Catholic Church, 380 S. Federal Hwy, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 at 9:30am

Entombment on Friday, April 22nd at Boca Raton Mausoleum, 429 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL 33432 at 11:00am

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.forestlawnnorth.com for the Tripode family.