He was born in Indiana. Robert is a veteran of the Second World War, serving with the Army Air Corps, in the Pacific theater. After his service, he settled in Iowa, where he met and married Rosalie. He moved to Florida in 1985.
Robert loved golfing, walking on the beach, dancing, playing cards, and most of all, being with people. Being in sales, he was most at home talking with and helping out people.
Robert is survived by two daughters, one son, four grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren, his companion, Barb, and many dear friends. A funeral mass will be at Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church and he will be interred at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church or Halifax Health Hospice.