Robert Anthony Iacampo

1930 - 2017

Robert Anthony Iacampo obituary, 1930-2017, Merritt Island, FL

BORN

1930

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Wylie-Baxley Merritt Island Funeral Home

1360 N Courtenay Pkwy

Merritt Island, Florida

Robert Iacampo Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 4, 2017.

Bob was born in Providence Rhode Island July 22nd, 1930 and died Friday March 3rd, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. He moved to North Easton, Massachusetts when he was 17. After high school he joined the Air Force and reported for duty at Otis Air Force Base in Cape Cod. When he was discharged he was offered a job with Boeing in Seattle. Because he loved the west and snow skiing he made the decision to accept the job with Boeing. He married Beverly Hollertz and they moved to Seattle. After 3 years, Bob, Beverly and sons David and Dean moved back to Massachusetts to be closer to family. Bob went to work for MIT for 9 months. But the Northwest was missed so much they returned to Seattle. He returned to work with Boeing as a Research Technician. And before long Boeing appreciated his work and offered him a position as an Instructor for the Minuteman Missile program in Seattle. Due to the rainy Seattle climate his daughter was often ill. The doctors recommended a warmer climate for better health. Bob was reluctant to leave because he loved the Northwest. But Boeing offered a position as a computer analyst with the space program at Cape Canaveral, Florida. When the man landed on the moon the space program slowed way down. Bob took a job with the state of Florida in Tallahassee. This was not like working for the space program! As soon as Boeing needed staff at Cape Canaveral Bob returned to work at Cape Kennedy until 1990. In retirement there were many family gatherings, ski trips, cruises etc. He leaves his wife Beverly of 64 years and daughter Donna Elliott and husband Scott of Atlanta, son Dean Iacampo and wife Tamara, granddaughter Tricia Leonard and husband Danny, daughter-in-law Lisa Iacampo-Powell and granddaughter Danielle Iacampo, great grandson Jackson Miller and Jackson's father John all of Tallahassee. Bob is proceeded in death by his son David (2006) and his granddaughter Tara Miller (2015). Bob will be sorely missed by all. Bob's funeral services will be held at Grace United Methodist Church 65 Needle Blvd Merritt Island on Thursday March 9th. Viewing 1pm at the Church, followed by the service at 2pm and reception at the church following the service. Interment service will be held at Culley's Meadowwood Funeral Home 700 Timberlane Rd Tallahassee, FL on Sunday March 12th at 1pm followed by reception inside. Flowers may be sent to Grace United Methodist Church. If you would like to send flowers in memory of Bob, please direct them to Grace United Methodist Church for the Thursday service.

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March 9, 2017

Skip & Carrie Willumsen

We will always remember Bob and wish our deepest condolences to his wife and family. I worked with Bob for many years at KSC with Boeing and always respected his knowledge and valued his friendship. He will be deeply missed but not forgotten.

March 8, 2017

Marjorie Judd

I will miss Bob and will always remember him as an essential part of every reunion. I'll miss his stories and the fun we had when I came down to visit and watch the "Discovery" lift-off! We'll meet again!

March 7, 2017

Pauline Nelson

We always knew we would have a great time if Bev and Bob were going to be there at our many family gatherings and reunions. Bob, the Italian, fit right in with us Swedes, which was a tribute to his wonderful spirit and good humor. He was a man who got high on life and all it had to offer. He didn't waste a minute of it! We were privileged to know him and to enjoy him as an important part of our family..... and now we're going to miss him terribly. We love you, Bob!

March 7, 2017

Sterling Snow

Bob and I enjoyed some of our best skiing at Mt Bachelor. Never got him to go all the way up to the top of the mountain. He was a great companion kayaking on our many boating trips. He was such a gentle person considerate of others and had great way of smoothing over some of our spirted conversations. Barbara Ann and I want to convey our condolences. Sterling Snow

March 7, 2017

Adrian Sheely

Reserve a place at the dock for us, Bob - - we'll be along soon, but will miss you 'til then. Job well done, and a life well lived.

March 6, 2017

David Gunter

Bob was a very good Boeing employee who always done his work with the idea of teaching others so that they could learn and do their job. He was also a good boat mate when we did our fishing trips, and as I remmber he chaught his share of the fish. Bob lived a full life and may he rest in peace and God Bless his family and give them comfort.

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Mar

9

Viewing

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Grace United Methodist Church

65 Needle Blvd, Merritt Island, FL

Mar

9

Service

2:00 p.m.

Grace United Methodist Church

65 Needle Blvd, Merritt Island, FL

Mar

12

Interment

1:00 p.m.

Culley's Meadowwood Funeral Home

700 Timberlane Rd, Tallahassee, FL

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Wylie-Baxley Merritt Island Funeral Home

1360 N Courtenay Pkwy, Merritt Island, FL 32953

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