1927
2013
Robert G. 'Bob' Vorbach, 85, of Morgantown, formerly of Orlando Florida, died on
June 22, 2013 at Sundale Long Term Care.
Born in Morgantown on June 25,1927, he was the third son of nine children of the
late William A. and Lena Grose Vorbach.
Bob served in the Air Force during World War II and was stationed in Naha,
Okinawa, a stopover and refueling station for military aircraft.
After the war, he returned to Morgantown for a short period of time, but did not
like the cold weather. He headed for Florida, marrying Kay on the way South.
They built a home in Orlando where they lived for over 60 years, even after his
retirement from the Chevron Corporation.
He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Katherine Pauza Vorbach and eight siblings
M. Jack Vorbach of Romney, WV, William A. Vorbach, J r . (Irene) of Ripley, WV,
Joseph P. (Betty) Vorbach of Morgantown, Bonnie Mattingly (James) of Bridgeport,
WV, David A. Vorbach (Beverly) of Zellwood, FL, Twila Carra (Joseph) of
Edgewater, FL, Shonet McClung (James) of Morgantown, Sharon Sutton of Palmyra,
VA. And several cousins, nieces and nephews.
Bob lived to help others no matter what their needs. He was loved by all and will
always be in our hearts.
At Bob's request, cremation has been performed, and there will be no public
service. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions can be sent to Morgantown Hospice, PO Box 4222,
Morgantown,WV 26504 or to Sundale Long Term Care, 800 J.D. Anderson Drive,
Morgantown, WV 26505
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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June 25, 2013
Dear Kaye and our Vorbach Family,
It is with heavy hearts that we have learned of our cousin Bob's passing today. We will all remember Bob for his kindness and gentleness of spirit. There are so many great memories of our Family Reunion's that will stay with us forever. We will miss him greatly. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
With much love,
The "Northern" Vorbach's
June 24, 2013
Kalman Bailey
I worked with Bob in the fifties & sixties. I never knew a better person. God Bless !
June 23, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to Kay and the rest of Bob's family. I lived next door to Bob and Kay until 1983. Truly good neighbors.
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