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Robert passed away in his sleep at home in Vacaville on Saturday, May 9 after a five year battle with lung cancer. Born Feb. 8, 1947 to Roger and Bernice Dempsey in Petaluma. Robert grew up in Napa, where he met the love of his life, Leida, with whom he spent the next 48 years of his life.
He is survived by Leida; daughter, Kim; son, Aaron' six grandchildren, Alyssa, Robby, Connor, Taylor, Cole and Peyton, two great-grandchildren, Lionel and Lily; his brothers, Don and Rick; as well as many nieces, nephews, and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Robert worked for 23 years at Mare Island Naval Shipyard in Vallejo. He then went on to work 18 years at Paradise Valley Estates in Fairfield. Robert was a devoted family man and enjoyed home life and family. He will truly be missed by everyone that knew him.
A celebration of his life will be held at a future date to be announced.
Published in The Reporter on May 20, 2015
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Diane Raymond (Ball)
So sorry to hear of the passing of another classmate. Prayers for Leida, his children, and the rest of his family.
Donna Paul (Wigington)
Bob and Leida were our closest friends form high school. Over the years we had so many happy and fun times together. My heart breaks for Leida and the family. He will be sorely missed. We wish he could have held on for one more month so we could have seen him in June when we come to CA. But we know he is in a better place and free from pain. God bless dear friend. We will all be together again some day.
Vicki Ichtertz (Snyder)
My thought and prayers go out to Leida and the family.
Linda Halligan (Porter)
Leida I'm so sorry for Your lose if I close my eye's iI can picture you two togethe walking the halls at Ridgeview. You were a real cute coupl.
Bill Forsythe
Bob was a nice guy. I always enjoyed talking with him. Leida and family: Smile when you think of him....
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