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Robert Douglas DeLoach passed away peacefully in the presence of family on November 27, 2016. Bob was a loving husband of 58 years and is survived by his wife, Kathy, their children and spouses: Cindy and Richard Gower, Mike and Donna DeLoach, Steve and Tracey DeLoach, and David and Ellen DeLoach, and their grandchildren: Chris and Nick Gower; Ryan DeLoach, Lauren Graham, and Connor DeLoach; Scott and Sara DeLoach; and Adam, Patrick, Justin, and Benjamin DeLoach. He was predeceased by his parents Douglas Dewey DeLoach and Christine Hendry DeLoach and sister Joyce Elaine DeLoach.
Bob was born on July 6, 1932 in Jacksonville, Florida. He attended Andrew Jackson High School and earned his Master of Science in Engineering at The University of Florida. A proud veteran and member of the United States Navy, Bob retired as a Captain in the Naval Reserve. Bob was a Research Assistant and taught at the University of Florida College of Engineering, served as the Director of Communications and Computer Services at Eastern Airlines in Miami, and was Vice President of Information Systems at Entergy Services in New Orleans. Bob and Kathy retired to St. Simons Island in 1994. Bob will be best remembered for his love of family and friends, his varied interests, and involvement in local community organizations and activities. He was an avid photographer, craftsman, and aviation enthusiast. He enjoyed reading, camping, fishing, traveling, and shooting. We will miss his love and guidance, as well as his sense of humor and mischievous grin. Bob is loved and will be greatly missed by all.
Visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 pm Thursday, December 1, at Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home in Brunswick. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 am Friday, December 2, at St. William Catholic Church on St. Simons Island. Interment will be at 2:30 PM Friday at Evergreen Cemetery in Jacksonville, FL.
The family would like to recognize the kindness of Dr. James Greene and caregiver Michelle Johnson.
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February 28, 2017
Joanne Warger Boland
I love the whole DeLoach family! They have been a part of my life since I was 12 years old.His daughter, Cindy, is my forever friend! All of his children are a testament to his kind manner. Mr DeLoach was always smiling and teasing me about my car.. a VW Bug. He wrote an amazing personal recommendation for me for my job application with Delta. He was a kind and gentle man...he will certainly be missed!
December 12, 2016
Bob was always a good friend in good times and hard time. He will be missed by all who know him, may God grant you peace in your time of loss. The world needs more Bob Deloach's.
Jack King
December 12, 2016
Lisa Arseneaux
Dear Kathy, Cindy and family,
I was so sorry to read of Bob's passing. He was truly an amazing person, friend and one of the best "bosses" I've had in my career. I frequently think of all of you and our days at Middle South/Entergy. We will keep all of you in our prayers.
December 2, 2016
Pam McNulty
I worked with Mr. DeLoach at Entergy many years ago, and after all these years when I think of him I smile. He was one of the kindest and gentle men I've known in my life. I'm glad I had the pleasure to work with him and know him. I'm very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you!
December 1, 2016
Joann Cannon
We were very sad to hear about your dad Mike. He was loved by so many people. Our thoughts are with you in NY. All our love, Joann & Dan
November 30, 2016
Elsie & Pat Spaulding
I just heard the sad news about Bob passing. He was one of the kindest people I have ever known. I had the good fortune to have worked for him along the way. I will always remember him. We extend our best wishes to Kathy and his entire family.
November 30, 2016
My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. May prayers strengthen you and comfort you and may our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and make you firm. 2Thess 2:16,17
November 30, 2016
Mark Villarreal
Please accept my deep condolence on the passing of you beloved husband, father, and grandfather. May you ever treasure the wonderful times you had and know my prayers are with you and your whole family.
Respectfully,
November 30, 2016
Mary Roulette
I am so sorry for the loss for your entire family! From the stories you have shared Cindy, he sounds like he was awesome! Prayers are coming your way.
Sincerely,
Mary Roulette
November 29, 2016
Cecile Vargas
So sorry to hear about your dad. Sending prayers to your family. I know how hard this is. He left behind a big and caring family find comfort in each other.
Love,
Art,Cecile,Dominique and Vincent
November 29, 2016
Bert Freytes
My heart is broken. We have lost a great man who I considered not just a mentor, but and a friend, whom I loved and respected like a father. He was always the voice of reason, when for a teenager, things just didn't make sense. I take great comfort, however, that he is now resting in peace, and that he will be remembered by the loving family which he forged.
Fair winds and following seas shipmate.
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