On Monday, April 19, 2021, Robert “Bob” Saum of Ormond Beach, a loving husband, and father, passed away at the age of 78. Bob was born in 1942 in Amsterdam, NY, to William and Irene Saum. Bob served his country from 1962 to 1968 in the United States Air Force, advancing to the rank of sergeant. He received his general contractor license in 1976 and worked on commercial projects for 34 years throughout the State of Florida. He is survived by his adoring wife of 46 years, Nancy Saum, whom he affectionately called his queen, his son Rob Saum (Arlene), his devoted sister Reneé Johnson, granddaughter Julianne, and great-granddaughter Olivia. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Bettianne Goldman, and brother Roger Small.
Bob enjoyed his work and was proud of his many accomplishments. One such achievement was the successful bid he won in 1995 to renovate the grounds, upgrade the drainage system, create parking, and repaving of the tailgate areas at the Orange Bowl. He especially cherished this honor as he relished football and cheering for the Miami Hurricanes. Bob was known for mentoring his staff and treating them like family. He was a man of his word and always made himself available to lend a helping hand.
Bob loved his life. He had a fondness for the many dogs that he and Nancy adopted. Bob enjoyed traveling with his wife and socializing with people he met along the way. He was active in his Miami community and later during his retirement in Ormond Beach. Bob was a member of many social clubs and organizations, which called on members to donate both time and money to elected charities.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 1, 2021, at Volusia Memorial Funeral Home at 548 North Nova Road, Ormond Beach, FL. Family and friends may gather at 11:00 am; the service begins at noon. Feel free to wear a Tommy Bahama shirt or similar style in honor of Bob. For those unable to attend, a live stream of the memorial service will be available. Contact the funeral home at 386-673-5373 for details.
Instead of flowers, send donations to the Ormond Beach Lions Club or the ASPCA.
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