Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Robert Ford Obituary
Robert was a loving husband, father and grandfather who was adored by everyone who knew him. He loved spending time with the love of his life dancing, shopping, dinners out and just being together. He loved being outdoors boating, clamming, crabbing, shrimping and playing tennis. He enjoyed working with his hand on many woodworking projects but most of all spending quality time with his family. He was a member of the Chambersburg Hunting Club in Chatsworth, NJ and a member of the Moose Lodge in Surfside, SC. He held his Masters Plumbers License in New Jersey.
Predeceased by his parents Walter and Catherine (Verducci) Ford, Robert is survived by his wife Maryann (Castranova) Ford the love of his life who cared for him in his final days; brother Walter Ford of Levitown PA; sister Joan Toth of Bordentown NJ; his loving sons Robert E. Ford II and Leanne Cifelli of Manahawkin, NJ; Brian J. Ford of Socastee, SC; grandchildren Robert E Ford III and his wife Amanda Ford of Charlotte, NC; Cassidy (Ford) Stoneberg and her husband Matthew Stoneberg of Bel Air, MD; Harrison P. Ford, Socastee, SC and his girlfriend Dominique Terrell; Syndey R. Ford of Murrells Inlet, SC and her boyfriend Clay Bartunek.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Surfside Moose Lodge #2351, Surfside Beach, SC on Friday, March 28, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Robert Ford's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (stjude.org) or PO Box 1999, Memphis, TN 38101.
The family would like to send a special thank you to Amedisys Hospice and all the many caregivers who assisted and were so loving and kind during his illness.
Burroughs Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Murrells Inlet (843.651.1440) is assisting the family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Robert Ford
4 Entries
Kristin G
March 26, 2025
It was always Aunt Maryann and Uncle Bob, the complete pair made for each other. I remember hearing how he drove my Mom to school when she was younger, or all the times he helped my Dad with the plumbing in their new house. I´ll never forget all the Christmas Eves at my parent´s house, or the BBQs at their house every summer, or all the birthday parties they always so graciously showed up for to support us...so many happy memories to counter this sad time. Thank you for loving and protecting my Aunt Maryann all these years. Thank you, also, for leaving a legacy of wonderful memories for the world to remember you by. You were always so kind. What a testament to a life well lived. We will miss you.
Ray, Mel, and Maddy W
March 26, 2025
I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Bob. I have such great memories of him. I remember visiting him and Aunt Maryann as a kid when they lived in NJ. We would go there for Christmas parties and summer picnics. I was young, but I remember playing in their basement and in their backyard. I also remember visiting them in SC several years later, when Uncle Bob took us clamming and we collected buckets of shellfish. And, of course, my wedding when he, Aunt Maryann, Robert, and Brian came all the way up to CT to be there with us that day. That meant a lot to Melanie and I. Uncle Bob was always so nice to us. He was a great example for everyone who knew him.
Fred and Chris Ciampa
March 26, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you. Fred and Chris Ciampa
Lucretia rich
March 26, 2025
Sorry for your loss my prayers are with your family
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results
Make a Donation
in Robert Ford's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
Memorial Events
for Robert Ford
Funeral services provided by:
Burroughs Funeral Home & Cremation Services3558 Old Kings Hwy, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
People and places connected with Robert
Recent Obituaries
How to support Robert's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Robert Ford's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
