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Robert Van Amburgh-Whitney Obituary
Robert Henry VAN AMBURGH - WHITNEY Robert Henry Van Amburgh-Whitney passed away peacefully in his home on May 7, 2011 preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary Patricia, father; Harold E Whitney, and mother; Mabelle C Whitney. His sister, Stella Faye and husband Fred Steik, niece, Lori, nephews Greg and Jeff along with extended family members and many friends, survive him. Robert was born in Morton, WA and moved to Seattle with his family in 1940. He graduated from Cleveland High School, class of 1956. Robert retired from the Washington State Ferries as a quartermaster 1998. He loved the water and enjoyed giving back to his community. Remembrances can be made to St Martin DE Porres Shelter, 1561 Alaskan Way south Seattle, WA 98134 in memory of Bob Whitney.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Diana Hill
May 22, 2011
Bob was a special guy who was in Brad's life from very early grade school. He was a loyal, caring friend and generous with his time and talents. I met Bob when we were seniors in high school...he was always a kind and caring guy with a smile and a joke "at the ready".
We are so sorry that Bob had to endure an unforgiving illness but are happy he is now in a better place.
We will miss him.
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