age 67, passed peacefully in his Tampa, FL home on Tuesday, November 22, 2016 following a valiant battle with illness.
Graduated from University of West Florida March 21, 1977 with Bachelor of Arts. Graduated from Webster University with Master of Arts in Management July 23, 1990. Appointed to Adjunct Assistant Professor November 23, 2005 at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Gratefully accepted many awards and medals through the years. Most recent the Joint Civilian Service Commendation Award from USSOCOM J8 and Award for Meritorious Civilian Service.
Major Werner served his country extraordinarily well for over 43 years. From Vietnam Veteran in 1969 to present day Senior Operational Test Officer for Headquarters United States Operational Command at MacDill AFB. After retirement from United States Air Force active duty in 1993. Bob continued to serve Special Operations in multiple roles. He was Deputy Program Manager of the Casa 212 program ensuring supplies provided as well as aircrew compliance to aircraft parameters were followed for safe parachuting training. Bob has transcended many more contributions to USSOCOM in various departments through the years. Bob was then promoted to Senior Operational Test Officer of USSOCOM Operational Command responsible for the checkout of all special forces for air, ground and maritime equipment and weapons. Many men and women are safe today because of Major Werner’s hard work and dedication. From start to finish of his long support to Special Operations, Major Werner defined what a quiet professional is.
Major Werner was born on February 8, 1949 in Portsmouth Virginia to Robert D. and Marion Aullene Werner. He is preceded in death by his mother, Marion on November 11, 2016. He is survived by his dedicated and loving wife of 35 years, Mary Elizabeth Werner; Daughter, Christina Marie Werner; Son, Robert D. Werner III and Fiance Tiffany Flower; Grandson, Noah Christopher Werner; Father, Robert D. Werner Sr; Sister, Patty Werner-Blackwell; Brother, Michael Werner; Brother, Jeff Werner; Brother, Phil Werner; Niece, Candice Noyce. The family would also like to thank the Lifepath Hospice Blue Team for their loving care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/
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November 28, 2016
Mary,
Our deepest sympathy to you and the family as you go through this very sad time. Bob was a true friend & comrade who will remain in our hearts forever.
The "Retired Aircrew" Association of Duke Field. FL
November 28, 2016
Bryon Mansfield
Bob was the commensurate professional; calm in the midst of chaos, thoughtful in times of stress, and a great teammate and mentor. We send our sincerest condolences to his family and USSOCOM for their great loss. May your sorrows soon become great memories.
November 28, 2016
Karin Fones
Bob was everyone's "go to" guy....he was always there when you needed help with anything-work related or not. He was a quiet professional with an amazing sense of humor which we will all miss.
Mary, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
November 28, 2016
Roxanne Gerry
I have known and worked with Bob since 1998 and respected him greatly. My sincere condolences to his family
November 27, 2016
Chris Bates
Bob:
Thanks for your many years of service to our nation and its citizens. The vanpool won't be the same without you. Rest in peace.
November 27, 2016
Ron Schwartz
Bob will always be in my memory of how to approach life - grateful, content and willing to help anyone anywhere anytime.
November 26, 2016
Gary Laase
Mary and Family. We are saying prayers for you at Bob's passing. We hope all the prayers may ease your sorrow and brings you some peace.
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