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Robert William Bolger

1938 - 2019

Robert William Bolger obituary, 1938-2019, Vancouver, WA

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1938

DIED

2019

Robert Bolger Obituary


ROBERT WILLIAM BOLGER
September 6, 1938 ˜ April 30,
2019

Robert William Bolger of Vancouver, WA, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2019. He was born in Vancouver on Sept. 6, 1938.
Robert served his country in the Navy and returned to the Northwest where he met his love, Patricia, and were married on August 17, 1962.
Robert worked at the Pendleton Woolen Mill and was a mail carrier until he settled at the Alcoa Aluminum plant as a crane operator.
Robert enjoyed tinkering around the house, duck hunting and especially dory fishing at Pacific City, OR.
Robert had a great sense of humor, but most importantly could laugh at himself.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia; daughter, Brenda; brother, Richard (Christine) Bolger; grandchild, Devynn Munio; and three great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his son, Brent, in 1992.
A funeral service will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Vancouver, WA on May 8, 2019 at 11:00a.m.
Please sign his guest book @ www.columbian.com/obits

Published by The Columbian from May 5 to May 6, 2019.
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So sorry to hear of the passing of Skip, he was a childhood friend and neighbor of mine. thoughts are with his wife Patsy and their family.

Clainie Stuhr-Dillard

May 7, 2019

Patsy and family.... I am saddened to hear of "skips" passing.... such memories of our fun together....My prayers to you.

Billie Strong

May 5, 2019

I am truly and deeply sorry for your loss. My warmest condolences go out to the family and friends of Robert. May the God of all comfort grant you peace and strength during this difficult time (Psalm 29:11).

J P

May 5, 2019

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