Robert W. Glover

1931 - 2013

Robert W. Glover obituary, 1931-2013, Danville, IL

BORN

1931

DIED

2013

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Serenity Funeral Home & Serenity Gardens Memorial Park

13401 Indian Rocks Road

Largo, Florida

Robert Glover Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 6, 2013.

GLOVER, Robert William Born Nov. 30, 1931, died Feb. 5, 2013, beloved husband of Berte for 56 years, devoted father of Deborah and Robbie, who predeceased him and Barbara. Adored grandfather of Rebecca and caring brother to Daphne (Don). Born in Red Deer, Alberta, he joined the RCAF and participated in the Korean airlift, 426 squadron, subsequently moving to Ottawa to pilot government officials and foreign dignitaries 412 squadron. Bob and family moved to Connecticut, where he worked as a commercial airline pilot for 25 years. Upon retirement, he and Berte moved to their home in Florida, spending the summers in Berte's childhood town in Newfoundland. Throughout his life, he greatly contributed to both community and church. Seldom at rest, he was an avid skier, gardener and runner. He died peacefully. A memorial service will be held at Oakhurst United Methodist Church, 13400 Park Blvd, Seminole on Monday, Feb. 11, 2012 at 2 pm. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Alzheimer's Association .

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June 1, 2013

Jim Waldman

My sincerest sympathies. I was thinking of your family and many years back when I used to date your lovely daughter Debbie. Hope you are getting along OK.

February 25, 2013

George Kacin

Joan and I were very sorry to learn of Bob's passing. Our deapest sympathy to you and the family.

February 24, 2013

Ray Hayes

Very sorry to learn of Bob passing. We flew together on the 727 and the A300. Bob taught me alot, he will be missed. Godspeed my friend.

Captain RB Hayes

February 24, 2013

pete knight

Dear Berte,
I am saddened by your loss. We had some good times at AA and BRYC. Bob was a true gentleman.
Pete Knight

February 9, 2013

WALTER JACQUES

SO SORRY TO HEAR OF BOB'S PASSING. OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY,JEWELL & WALTER JACQUES

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