My favorite memories over the last 49 years have been visiting with family over so many years and sharing memories. One of my favorite memories is when you and Aunt Sue shared the story of your move to Florida and experiencing the annual Gasparilla Festivities. It was hilarious to hear about how everyone thought the town was commandeered by real pirates and how everyone was trying to quickly batton down the hatches at home while fashioning bows and arrows. I'll never forget you Uncle Bob. Fly high.

Dear Linda . Steve and Amy and families… our deepest and sincere condolences on the passing of your husband and father… Thinking of you all … sending our love and prayers at this difficult time. So glad we did get to meet and spend a little time with him over the years. A wonderful soul . Fondly Pat and Tommy Schwab and family

My heart breaks for everyone who knew and loved this beautiful man. 
I was lucky enough to witness what an incredible father Robert was during my 30+ year friendship with Amy.
I had court side seats to his never ending kindness, love, humor, support, integrity and intelligence for all these years. He was always those things and loved and supported Amy, and all of us, with such grace. He was my favorite of all the dads and I loved him dearly.
I can write a novel, but for now, my deepest condolences to Linda, Amy. Steve and Sue and all family and dear ones.
We lost an incredible man. May he rest in peace and in our hearts 💕

Visitation

Celebration of Life Service

Graveside

Reception

Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park & Funeral Home

Robert Hartford

immediate need

Death has occurred or is near

plan ahead

Pre-plan a funeral or cremation

Plan a Funeral or Cremation Default Desktop

Find Obituaries and Services

Send Flowers

sympathy and etiquette

grief library

celebrations of life

What to Say When Someone Dies

Show Your Support

Sympathy and Grief

obituary

services

memories

Obit Detail

In the care of

share to facebook

share by email

share link

Share Obituary

ideas and resources

Sympathy and Grief Mobile

OBITUARY

Robert Earl Hartford

September 4, 1946 – September 14, 2026

Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park & Funeral Home

Show your support

Send Flowers

Add a Memory

Share Obituary

Get Reminders

Services

Visitation

Celebration of Life Service

Graveside

Reception