Robert J. Carman

1956 - 2013

Robert J. Carman obituary, 1956-2013, New York, NY

BORN

1956

DIED

2013

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Chas. Peter Nagel Funeral Directors

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New York City, New York

Robert Carman Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 20, 2013.

EULOGY FOR ROBERT "BOBBY" CARMAN:
It's been a long and difficult road, but we are finally able to lay our brother Bobby to rest. Please join us in saying good-bye, and wishing our brother a safe, wonderful journey back home! Please feel free to visit this site and leave a kind word, small message, or a good memory you have of "Bobby". We are celebrating Bobby's life, instead of looking at his passing. As we all know, leaving this earth is not final. Our brother Bobby's life is not over, it has just changed! We will keep Bobby in our hearts and memories forever.. until we meet again...


Robert "Bobby" Carman, Son of Late Veronica "Ronnie" Lynch Walakovits, and step-son to the late William Walakovits. Brother to the late Denise Carman Arcaya, Rickey Walakovits, and Patty Walakovits. Brother to surviving siblings Tara Ofria, Sharron Sellick and Billy Walakovits. Uncle to Jennifer-Leigh, Lauren, Mikey, Manny, Samantha, Matt and Dyanna.


There are many great things to say about my brother Bobby, and I will start by saying he never had the shine he deserved in life. I can honestly say it started as far back as a child in our family. Coming from a large, loud, popular family, Bobby always managed to stay quiet, and fade in to the background. Coming from a family of 9, with 7 kids (all approximately two years apart) our house was always filled with neighborhood kids of all ages. Bobby was the one child out of all 7 that pretty much kept to himself. I guess you can say he was kind of a loner. When Bobby became of age, he followed in the footsteps of our father, William Walakovits, and joined the US Marine Corps.. There he traveled the world, and met many interesting people here in the USA as well as foreign lands. He loved the Marine Corps! He loved it so much, he re-enlisted hoping to make a life time career of it. A little more then 7 years into his career as a Marine, Bobby became disabled. Since becoming disabled, Bobby has lead a very modest life. Living simple and trying to enjoy the little things that most people take for granted. Bobby was a kind soul. He always cared and tried to help people. I could go on about the kind things Bobby has done to help people, but I'm not going too. I'm going to end here by wishing my brother a safe journey home. God-Speed Bobby, and may your light shine bright on the other side!! Though it breaks my heart another family member is gone, may we keep the love and memories of all deep within our hearts, until we all meet again..<3

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December 3, 2013

Jennifer Leigh Walakovits

RIP Uncle Bobby... My last memory of you was outside of the church in june; how i very easily pushed everyone else away from me- but couldn't break your grip no matter how hard i tried. Thank you so much for protecting me from that. Heartbreaking; but i know who you're with... Please watch over us & make sure everyone goes on rotation in teams watching over Aunt Sha, Ta & Billy-Joe. XoXo

December 3, 2013

R.I.P. Bobby. I remember Bobby best when he was a little boy and what a big help he was to his mom. So sweet.

December 3, 2013

Annmarie Van Doran

My heart goes out to you. I know the pain first hand and all to recent..god has a new Angel and he will cradle him in his arms my friend...Much love....Annmarie

December 3, 2013

Tom Dowd

R.I.P.Bobby,gone way too soon, you will be missed by all.<3 Tara, Sharron and Billy Jo I am so sorry for your lose.

December 3, 2013

Tara Carman-Ofria

I hope we do you justice at the Military Funeral we have planned for you. You didnt deserve to die so young...I am sure Mom & Dad were there to greet you. Rest easy big brother...always a protector when we were growing up. Your time to shine <3

December 3, 2013

Barbara Mahoney

To all of Bobby's family, Sometimes life is very mysterious. I think Bobby had a good life because he knew what made him happy and if being on his own did it than good for him. His physical body has passed but his spirit lives on. Jimmy and I are so sorry. We are your family........

December 3, 2013

Serena Allie

my deepest condolence to my cousin Jenny's family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May Robert rest in peace and watch over his family. xoxo

December 3, 2013

Stephanie

Bobby, I didn't know you that well, but you always had a smile and a nice hello anytime I would see you in the neighborhood. RIP and my condolences to your family.

December 3, 2013

Doreen Blacknick

To Tara, Sharron, Billy & Families, My deepest condolences. You are in my prayers and thoughts. Rest in Peace our Angel. Love with hugs.

November 30, 2013

Elaine Walakovits

I will never forget our last visit in june at the hospital.The stories you told me and billy.We laughed so hard that me & you were crying.Our lunch now it
means millions to perfect three hours .Bobby I didn't give yo permission to
go on to the next mission but carry come on Marine.I know you will be waching on us.. we love and miss so much always in our hearts. Love your Sister-in-Law Elaine

November 28, 2013

Lorraine (Liamero) Marinaro

Mostly remember Bobby as a boy always helping his Mom. Taking the laundry, minding the younger kids etc. A really good son and big brother. Mom will be so happy to see him!!!

November 28, 2013

suesi dahmen

Rest Peacefully Bobby...

November 27, 2013

Darlene Lauer

RIP Bobby we had many good times when we were in Yorkville together growing up.I will miss our talks. You will be missed until we met again.

November 23, 2013

Ree Kamenitz

You left us way too soon, Bobby. I remember when you were small & lived right across the hall from us. So sweet, you were. Please give Ginette, my mom & dad a big hello. And I do hope your parents & sisters met you at Heaven's gate.
May you R I P....until we meet again....Ree* (Di Vita)

November 23, 2013

Midge Lefanto

RIP cousin...fly in peace ..and God Speed home to the rest of our angle s in heaven. .Hug my Dad and tell him I love him..Till we meet again..cuz RIP

November 23, 2013

Dyanna Ofria

Uncle Bobby,
Im very sad you died. I didn't get to say goodbye. You are a good Uncle. I hope you will be ok in heaven and we are going to miss you and how much you loved us. Are you ok in heaven?

November 22, 2013

Darlyne Bermudez

Rest in peace Bobby - we had some really good times way back when - you were a great friend - miss you - gone too soon - till we meet again.

November 21, 2013

Rest in peace Bobby. We will miss you - you always made me laugh. Love, ei

November 21, 2013

Eileen

Rest in please Bobby. You will be missed - you always made me laugh. Love, ei

November 21, 2013

Susan McMahon

You were much too young to leave us. I know you are in a better place.
We will all be together some day. Keep and eye on us down here that we do the right things. Say hello to the family for me.

Love you,
Aunt Sue

November 21, 2013

James Flanagan

RIP Bobby My deepest condolences to you both Tara and Sharon God Bless you both.

November 21, 2013

Debbie Sullivan

Say hello for me on the other side. Enjoy your rest. RIP

November 21, 2013

Tara Carman-Ofria

Cant believe this is happening again. I wish you didnt have to die alone. I am sorry for that. Glad you are reunited with Mom, Dad, Denise, Rickey and Patty. Safe journey home..give everyone a kiss and hug and let them know how much we miss them. Thank you for being such a wonderful big brother...I will miss you so much. xoxo Tara

November 21, 2013

RIP Bobbyxoxo
Darlene

November 20, 2013

Rose Dauge

Bobby you and I knew each other for a longtime. I loved your sister Patty like she was my own sister. Your family became mine. You always had a compliment for me or a nice remark. May your journey home be quick and once you meet up with the others tell Patty I said hello and I miss her everyday. God bless.

November 20, 2013

R I P

November 20, 2013

Tony Francavilla

Although we were only a few years apart, I always considered you a kid. You were quiet at times but always someone with a good heart. You will be missed. R.I.P.

November 20, 2013

Ethel Bujaki

R.I.P. Bobby until we meet again forever in our hearts.. xxoo

November 20, 2013

Lucy Flynn

Deepest sympathies to Bobby's family at this time. He has made the journey home.

November 20, 2013

Donne Walsh

My Bobby rest peacfully & the family find inner peace

November 20, 2013

Sharron Sellick

Bobby, I will miss the talks we had, the bond we shared, and the fact you always helped me should I have needed it! Thank you for always remembering the kids, and for always being there to listen to me. You will be deeply missed my brother...Godspeed home..May you finally rest in peace..and know you were truly loved by many...Until we meet again..
Sharron

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