1942
2017
DOWNEY, Capt. Robert Vincent USN (Ret.), 74, entered into rest January 27, 2017. He was born July 7, 1942 in Linden, NJ, the son of Vincent and Mabel Downey. He served for 28 years for our nation during which he was honored with several medals including: National Defense Service Medal w/Silver Star, Humanitarian Service Medal, the Navy "E" Ribbon, Defense Superior Service Medal, the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal with Star, USAF OLC, Air Medal with USAF OLC, USAF Outstanding Unit with two OLC’s, Meritorious Unit Commendation with four Stars, the USAF Maint Award, Navy Expeditionary Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with four Stars, Vietnam Service Medal and Sea Service Deployment Ribbon. Bob enjoyed a leadership role with both Navy League and the Sea Cadets. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Patty Downey; son, Jack Downey; daughter, Tina (Bobby) Williams; and three grandchildren, Brittany (Jeff) Fleishman, Catherine Downey and Bobby Downey. Interment with Military Honors will take place on Feb 13, 2017 at 12:15pm at Fort Logan National Cemetery, 4400 W Kenyon Ave, Denver, CO 80236. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Bob’s memory to a Veteran’s organization of your choice.
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February 19, 2017
Patty, Ted and I are so sorry for your loss. We so enjoyed meeting you and Bob at Jeff & Brittany's wedding. Brittany has shared with us many memories of time she spent with you both. We will be making a donation to the Veteran's Transition Center here in Las Vegas in Bob's name. We will keep you and Tina in our prayers.
Ted & Trudy Fleishman
February 13, 2017
Teresa Downey
I had the great pleasure to be able to call him Dad. He was a wonderful father, friend and grandfather. Some of my greatest memories are of him playing with the grandkids. I will always remember him asking if someone needed "a blade", they moment they struggled with a box.
The world is a lot less bright without him in it, but for those of us who had the pleasure of knowing him, the light will always shine brightly.
Patty and Tina all my love as always.
February 10, 2017
Dear Patty,
Glenn and I are sorry for your loss. We often think of the good times we shared years ago.
Pat & Glenn Stallard
February 8, 2017
John & Brenda Ryan
Patty and Family,
You remain in our thoughts and prayers. We will always keep those great memories of the Skipper and our time in the squadron at Pax River.
February 8, 2017
Vinny DiGirolamo
As a member of the TACAMO community, I am saddened by your loss and send prayers your way. I never met Bob, but he set in motion generations of devoted sailors and aviators that have shouldered such an important mission in the defense of our country and its precious freedoms. Fair winds and following seas, Bob. Until we meet. Respectfully - Vinny DiGirolamo
February 8, 2017
Bill and Becky Sinclair
Patty, know that we are thinking of you and your family. Some of the best memories we have of our tour at Pax were of the times we spent together with you and Bob. His laughter was contagious. This is a sad time for us all.
February 7, 2017
Noel "Chief" Rivera, SOCOM - The Quiet Professionals
Capt. D. My shipmate, my Capt. We served together in Roosevelt Roads PR and in Special Operations Command MacDill AFB. Thank you for your service and leadership.
"Boatswain, stand by to pipe the side. Shipmate going to heaven. Captain Downey you stand relieved. Stand down. Well done. Bravo Zulu."
Rest in peace. Eternal fair winds and following seas Captain D!
February 7, 2017
Mike Davidson
Patty - very saddened to learn this about the Skipper. We went through a lot together at Pax River but all was done safely and with great respect for his squadron mates. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers.
February 7, 2017
Wayne Reeves
Patty, You and your family are in our prayers. Lots of great memories from our tours together in Guam and Pax. Wayne & Linda Reeves
February 3, 2017
Mr & Mrs David and Alta Archie
Sorry to hear of your loss. My husband and I remembered Robert when he worked at WorkNet Pinellas, located in Clearwater, FL. I was working there as well. Special blessing upon the family, friends and loved ones during this time of grieving but be comforted in the knowledge that Robert is in God's hands now and that those who know the Lord will see him again.
February 1, 2017
Jack and Melissa Downey
Bob is a great loss to the family. He was a wonderful man of accomplishment and integrity. Condolences to everyone.
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