Aunt Joan
Please forgive me that its taken
This long for me to do this,
 I loved my Uncle Bob so very much, You & Uncle Bob were so
Loving and kind to my bothers &
 Me.  My Mother Jean loved her brother Bobby so much,
 He was very helpful in my mothers walk with Jesus & mine.
I really miss Uncle Bob & you
Aunt Joan.
Some day we will all be together
Again in heaven.
RIP
Uncle Bob
Love your Niece
Sandy

Joan, 

This is way overdue;

I knew Bob as a brother in the Lord. Bob was a new man in Christ, old things had passed away, all things had become new.  It was no longer Bob but Christ who lived in him. Bob had a passion and a fire in his heart for the things of God.  No matter what was going on in his life (including suffering with cancer) Bob was thinking about others.  He always inquired as to what was going on in my life When it came time to speak the truth, he did not pull any punches Bob was a great hugger, that is what I will miss about him most. 

Bob loved the Lord with all his heart, soul, and strength. He loved his neighbor as himself. This is the foundation of a life lived for God. 

Blessings

Tim

How does one sum up the life of a dear, dear friend in a few sentences?  I guess if God made the universe in 6 days, this, too, can be done.  Bob was an extraordinary man in his walk with the Lord.  His life was so changed by the power of God's grace and love that His light shone through him in many wonderful ways.  Bob's gentleness and love reached into both the light and dark places of lives to encourage, lift up and set captives free.  His passion for sharing the love of God with everyone, regarddless of status,was amazing.  His love for his family and loved ones was indelibly stamped on his soul and overflowed into all of our lives.  And, in spite of dark trials and tribulation, his faith, hope and love endured, and that's the test, isn't it?  Now, he stands in the presence of his King, Lord and Savior; praising and worshiping the One who gave him true life, and he's meeting a whole bunch of folks that have gone on before us all.  How good is that?  But we sure do miss him.

Pastor Bruce A. Ladson

Dear poppy,
I'm so glad I got to met you before you past.
It has been a honor to get to know you.You are such a great grandpa man i don't know what i would do without you. Your so nice and kind, you give glory to all you know. I love you with all my might. May you rest in peace.

   Love,
   Lindsey
   :) :)

Bobby Mac was a coach to everyone and everyone got a chance to play an inning. I just happened to play in the beginning and at the end when it counted. Our journey together was up and down but like every coach hardship is what builds our character. My father's character can be described as a gentle giant with God's heart in his final days. This is what matters to all of us that played a part.

Bobby was a man that regardless of our challenges together dad never gave up on his son's. As scripture reads “but while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him. (The Parable of the Lost Son) I think this song sums up the message you should all hear: [Libera –Going Home]  one word  “powerful”

We all know families have their struggles and ours was no different, except this father never wavered in his faith and love.  Dad never saw me come back home; but I know – when dad got upstairs and Bobby saw the ball field – he made his last final inning changes in my life.  I am so very thankful Lindsey and Kendall saw my dad when he was healthy and before he passed.  We all make choices in our lives and my final choice was love over differences.  Thank you dad for being a great father, grandfather, coach and everyone you touched.  I hope to be the man and father you were in the end.  You're an ALL STAR in my book!!! Signing off as coach and dad Bobby Mac 

I love you dad

Mr Bob you were my gentle giant always stooping low to share a hug. I am so glad you were apart of my life at IC. I will miss our meetings at Safeway. See you on the other side.

My father's legacies to me are many, some taught through coaching baseball, some through being a successful business owner, but most from just being my Dad.  He taught me the value of hard work, the importance of being a "team player" and how to deal with both success and failure.  He taught me the importance of family and never hanging up the phone with someone you love without saying, I love you.

I never stopped learning from my father, and will carry with me a part of him, and the lessons learned from him, for the rest of my life.  I am grateful and appreciative of everyone who has let their love and admiration of my father be known.

Watching my Dad slowly worsen was very difficult.  One thing that occurred to me in his last days was that in all the weeks and months of his deterioration, I never once saw him show any fear.  My father had a particularly difficult battle to fight in the last few weeks and months of his life, and my Mother looked after him with amazing determination, grace and courage until the very end.  My Dad could not beat the cancer, but he struggled anyway and his struggle was to maintain his dignity and stoic strength right up until the end.  And he did.  And he won.

I Love You, Dad!

Your #1 Son,
David

I was always amazed in knowing Bob. No matter where I was in the country, no matter what job I was working or not working, no matter what highs and lows I went through, my parents would always tell me that Bob & Joan were praying for me. You always wish you had more time with someone when they are gone, but I am so grateful for the love and prayers Bob freely gave to me. An amazing man of God who set the bar for evangelizing! He will be missed.

Thank you Bob for the wonderful, fun,and happy childhood memories of Hopefield.  You and Joan opened your house to us, my sister and I, as well as other neighborhood friends.  The memories of volleyball tournaments, football games, yard sales, and you and your boys in baseball uniforms have a special place in my heart.  As an adult, you shared your love with my 3 boys, just as if they are your grandchildren.  Attending a birthday party or two, smiling, laughing, and enjoying just hanging out, are some awesome memories myself and my family share with you and Joan.  You are and will always be family!  Much love and thanks.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dear Joan,
Bob was a sweet and wonderful man. I was truly blessed to have known him. I loved when he came by to HJF, he would stop by my desk and say "Hey baby!" with a big smile on his face. I will miss him dearly but think of him often. Love and prayers to you and your family.

Ralph and I lived next door to Bob and Joan for many years on Hopefield Rd.  We were all one big family and shared so much.  A few of the greatest were the Redskin Football games every Sunday and the volley ball tournaments. Many Many great memories that will never be forgotten. You will be missed greatly my dear friend.  My entire family loves your and always will.

Bobby was always so sweet, kind, encouraging and supportive. Knowing him was a blessing. I miss him.

Over the past 54 years, 5 months and 18 days we had many times to say; “I love you”.   There were also many tears for Jesus to hold during rough times and challenges.  Today our memories are countless and active in my sadness.  I would not give up one moment of the past year with you for anything.  Even though it was the roughest year we could have ever dreamed of, our marriage continued to grow.  Chick-fil-was your mission field and they are wonderful and still are pouring out to me.   Your new mission field became the hospital, nursing home, and apartment building where we live.   So many of our friends and family were pulling for the cancer to stay in remission.  Your beautiful smile, your sense of humor, your presence when you walk into a room, your kindness, the honor and respect you showed others and your faith have touched many throughout the years, especially during this last year.  Your strength, trust and belief in Jesus touched many, sweetheart.  What a legacy to leave the world.    Knowing you're in heaven is such a comfort to me.  You will never be forgotten by anyone you touched. I love you, Joanne

Bob was a remarkable man.  His kindness, strength, integrity, and faith left a lasting impression on all those who were blessed to have known him. His was the voice of reason when you weren't sure of things, there to guide you in the right direction.  I will miss him always, but am very glad to have had the privilege of knowing him, and the positive impact he had on my life.  Bob and Joan were, and are, the true "Love Story".  What an inspiration....

So sad to hear of Bob's passing. Losing so many of the "Hopefield boys" way to soon. They always kept life interesting for many years and each contributed to a fond and memorable life for the kids they touched. Sending my deepest condolences to Joan and David, Steve, & Jeff.  Judy Grover

Jeff, while i did not know your Father personally i do know that he must have been a wonderful Father...........as he raised you to be such an amazing man and Father in your own right..........you and your entire family will be in our thoughts and prayers... as you say your "Earthly Goodbyes" to one whom was so deeply loved by all he knew. GG

Bob was one of the kindest, not to mention most spiritual, people I ever had the pleasure of knowing.  Joan, you have been among the most blessed of women to have had such a man for a husband.  May we all look forward to that day when we will know the 'joy unspeakable' together with Bob that he is now experiencing.  
Blessings, Kathy Califano

So sorry to hear of your loss.  I remember Bobby so well back in the EARLY Landover Hills days.  He lived across the street from Nancy Roddy, my BF back then.  Those memories still make me smile.  I hope you will find peace and comfort in all of your memories.

I have so many beautiful memories of Bob during the 22 years as neighbors.  He brought laughter, kindness and love to those who were priviledged to know him.  He will be sorely missed. We had so much fun doing our yard sales.  Bob could sell anything.  I know he is in God's hands and I know Ray was there to greet him. Love you Bob!

So sorry to hear about Bobby. Will always remember the fun days of Landover Hills. My thoughts and prayers are with you and family.

Donnie Eierman

WOW where to begin....The McNey family and my family have been friends for like 40 years.  They are like parents to me and the thought of Bob moving forward is not only peaceful but tough.  I have nothing but fond memories of Bob and so man great qualities.  We always laughed as kids because he would vacuum behind us as we entered the house.  Neat freak to say the least, but caring from the bottom of his heart.  He loved his baseball and his boys did too!  He loved his family and wow we have so many Hopefield memories from volleyball tournaments, antics with Grover and just simple neighborly good stuff.  Too much to list.  He loved me and my sister as we were his own.  We had the pleasure of spending several hours with him a few weeks ago and he had a smile from ear to ear, so did we.  He was truly at heart the Bob we always knew and loved.  He will be missed along with the others from the Block and will forever be in my heart!  Love you Bob and I miss you already!  Rest in Peace. XOXOXO

Dear Dad,  Thank you for all of the love throughout my life...thank you for the belly laughs, the John Wayne movies (we saw all of them at least twice), thank you for that powerhouse personality, the banter, the yard sales (best negotiator ever), the redskin games, the clams casino, the dreaded "McNey" wall of china - twice...the good times and the bad.  There's no one quite like you...no one.  You will be forever missed.  See you when I get there.  All my love, Son #4 (M-ATS)

We are so sorry to hear about Bobby. We remember him so well from Landover Hills, Glenridge Jr High and Bladensburg.  We are thinking about you. Please take care!!  Grace and Billy Jarboe

Thoughts and prayers are with all. I remember all the fun times doing yard sales Bob was amazing at selling all our junk. He will be missed

Joan, you and Minnie and I go back a long way.  I remember the night you ran away after the Prom to get married.  I feel your loss as you know I lost my Bobby to cancer also. It was only 40 days for my Bobby.  It sounds like it was fast for yours too!  It was so great to see you all at the 50th reunion.  His smile will always be embeded in my mind.  Love, Diana Richardson

Thank you Bob for your smile and laughter and especially for the love you showed my friends over the years. You are truly the Light Jesus wanted us to be in the world and I know for certain the Angels are excited to have one more member in Heaven. Forever in our hearts.

Uncle Bobby, you will never be forgotten. You will always be one of the nicest people that ever graced this Earth and its people with your presence. You always expected the most from me and, I promise, I will continue to fulfill and meet your expectations. Also, Aunty Joan is in good hands. I will always stay your smart little girl. I miss you already. 

Love you, Uncle Bobby.

Dear Bob, we've shared some great and memorable times together. We've also had our share of challenges along the way. Through it all, you never wavered in your love for Sela and I; always wanting the best for us. Do you remember the birthday card we gave you which read, "you are a black man in a white man's body?" And we all laughed so hard! Those were really great and memorable times that we will always cherish. You meant so much to us, Bob. We love you very much.

Bob, you were like a 2nd father to me. I always felt Jesus when you prayed and prophesied over me. I have many fond memories of breaking bread and talking sports and politics together with you and Joan. Your smile was infectious. I will always hold you dear in my heart. I promise to do all I can to be there for Joan. Your friend David Anthony.

Bob will always hold a special place in my heart. His warm smile, unrelenting faith in the Lord is unlike anyone I've ever known. He inspired me to be a better man & never give up no matter the circumstances. We miss you so much Bob, we can't wait to see you again by Jesus' side. We love you!!

Brian, Rachel, Evan & Daniel Ladson

Joan,
Bob will always have a special place in my heart. You both have been such good friends to me and I will pray for you to get through this initial period of sorrow quickly and to get to the next period of your life without Bob, with peace in your heart. Just because he isn't humanly with you, you will always feel his spirit. Talk to him frequently, I find that very comforting when I talk to my Mother. My prayers go out to you and your family Joan. GOD BLESS. Love Nicki Nau

Bob was a great friend and a brother in the faith. He was a man of great faith and prayer. If you were around Bob for any length of time (yes even less than a minute) he would be sure to tell you about his good friend, Jesus.
We love and honor Bob's life and we have grown in our faith by being part of his life. Kathy and I are praying for Joan and the family at this time.

OBITUARY

Robert O. McNey

June 14, 1942 – October 26, 2014

Gary L. Kaufman Funeral Home at Meadowridge Memorial Park

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