Bob Blaine Sanquist

1930 - 2013

Bob Blaine Sanquist obituary, 1930-2013

BORN

1930

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Family Funeral Care Memphis

4925 Summer Ave

Memphis, Tennessee

Bob Sanquist Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 15, 2013.

Bob Blaine Sanquist, beloved husband, father and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 83 after a long and courageous struggle with Alzheimer's disease. Bob is survived by his wife, Molly Sanquist; four children, Scott Sanquist, Stuart Sanquist, Shelly Crow, Sheryl O'Brien; his brother, Don Sanquist (Dolores), and sisters, Shirley Locken (Jim), Sharon Miceli, eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Steven Sanquist, in 2007. Bob retired from Bud Davis Cadillac in 2005. He served his country in the Air Force from 1950 through 1954 during the Korean War and received an honorable discharge. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be sent to the Alzheimer's Association or the Memphis Humane Society. A 'Celebration of Life' service will be held at Family Funeral Care, 4925 Summer Avenue, Memphis, TN 38122. Visitation will be on Wednesday, December 18 from 5-7 p.m. Services will be on Thursday, December 19 at 2 p.m. Family Funeral Care (901)761-8000

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December 17, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. I pray your grief will soon be lessened as you think of the many good times and memories you shared together. Rest in peace Bob.

December 17, 2013

The Staff of Family Funeral Care Summer Avenue Chapel

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

December 16, 2013

Ron and Donna Naro

So very sorry for your loss, Molly. I wish we could be there to celebrate Bob's life but we will be keeping the little kids; Riley and Michelle will bring our love. Please remember you continue in our thoughts and prayers.

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