Bob Newcomb passed peacefully surrounded by family on Jan 28, 2023. Bob was preceded in death by his loving wife May Newcomb (nee Dickinson) grandson Eric Newcomb and daughter-in-law Marie Newcomb. He is survived by his son Robert Newcomb, Jr. and wife Kathy of Lumberton, daughters Sandra Grice of Whiting and Darlene Kinsey and husband Tom of Raleigh, NC. Also survived by grandchildren Wendy Newcomb, Kimberly Onori, Michael Newcomb, Joshua Newcomb, Rob Newcomb III, Marc Newcomb, Amy Grice and Sarah Kinsey: great-grandchildren McKaila Kaleopa’a, Raven, Ian, Gavin and Peyton Onori, Aden Newcomb, Liam Newcomb, Ariel Kelly, and Bailey Mitchell: great-great-grandchildren Collin and Kalani Newcomb, Carson Onori and Lorenzo Reina.
Bob’s heart for service began at an early age when he joined the US Army National Guard where he defended our state during the riots of the 1960s and retired in 1970. While serving as a guard he also drove for Gypsum Haulage for more than 30 years. He was a proud member and Shop Steward of Teamsters Local 676 for several years. Upon retirement from driving he followed his passion for skydiving and worked for National Parachute while he earned his Master Parachute Rigger License. His crowning accomplishment was the use of his parachute design and fabrications which were used in Hollywood productions and the Republican National Convention. His passion for service did not end upon his second attempt at retirement. He began volunteering at the Whiting Fire Company #33 in his seventies. There he served as President for several years as well as a Fire Policeman up until his final retirement at age 87. Throughout his life, Bob worked tirelessly to provide for his loved ones, and although he was passionate about community service, his ultimate service was to his family. Together he and his wife created a beautiful life and set an example for all who knew them that love conquers all.
Viewing will be held on February 3, 2023 from 3-7pm at Anderson & Campbell Funeral Home, 115 Lacey Rd. Whiting, NJ. Funeral Services will begin at 6 pm at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Whiting Fire Company #33, 120 Lacey Rd, Whiting, NJ 08759. To post a tribute, please visit www.andersoncampbellwhiting.com.
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