Obituary for Robert Anthony Romeo (Guest book)

A candle was lit by Paul W., Routt on April 4, 2024 6:31 PM

Message from A Fiend

August 24, 2021 4:36 PM

Your joy of life and smile are missed.

Message from A Friend

August 24, 2021 12:14 PM

Your joy of life and smile continue to be missed.

A candle was lit by Patty Cameron on January 1, 2021 9:16 PM

Message from KB in Seattle

November 27, 2017 12:34 PM

I only knew Bob threw his work at UPS. I once arrived way after closing time and knocked on the door. I asked Bob if he could still help me with an important package. He opened the door, tracked my package down and I was able to accomplish a business goal because of it. I wrote a thank you letter to the CEO of UPS stating what a great employee he had working for them. Just one of many stories I'm sure we all had with such a great soul. RIP we will always remember you Bob! -KB

A candle was lit by Jeff Phillips (O'Dea pal) on September 2, 2017 4:25 PM

Message from mary kay cristofaro

August 22, 2017 12:40 AM

I just want to say how SORRY I am about your loss of BOB He was something else I got together with him a couple of times prior to him becoming sick At that time he was doing pretty darn good Little did I know not long after he would be gone He taught me some new sayings 4 in fact I will not forget them By the way they still make me LAUGH He was a GOOD guy And I wont forget him

A candle was lit by Bettiann (Larson) Wing on March 25, 2017 3:12 PM

A candle was lit by Diana Romeo Williams on December 28, 2016 8:19 PM

Message from Diana Romeo Williams

December 28, 2016 8:16 PM

Happy Birthday. You are missed. No amount of time can pass that the hole you have left will ever be filled. Thank you for all the memories. They help keep you close. I love you.

Message from D. Harris

September 30, 2016 11:31 AM

Dear Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear loved one and send you my sincere condolences. May you find comfort from God's word at Revelation 21:3,4 and John 5:28,29. Heartfelt prayers are with you and your family.

A candle was lit by Michael & Laura Wiliamson on September 23, 2016 3:38 PM

A candle was lit by Rosemarie Ferri on September 23, 2016 11:35 AM

Message from Gary & June Pankiewicz

September 22, 2016 10:31 PM

Where does the time go? Was it that long ago when the Romeo family moved in across the alley from the Pankiewicz family? Little did we know at that time how we would become lifelong friends. And in reading Bob's story here, I see our family was one of the many lucky ones to have known Bob and the Romeos. I remember a time when Bob and I were grade schoolers, attending the same class at St. George Elementary. We went into downtown Seattle together on the bus. It was an adventure. Back then we carried change in our pockets. You needed it then for bus fare. Bob had taken the change our of his pocket to find exact coins for fare. He had left the rest on top of a meter box. In our haste to get on the bus, he left his change by mistake. It wasn't a lot by today's standards, but it was something decades ago. We were on the bus headed home and when he realized he had left the change, he tilted his head and said to me "I hope whoever finds that change can really use it." He had the wisdom and compassion as a grade school child to understand the greater needs of the world around him. From a wise child he grew into a loving and caring man. He reminds me so much of his Mother Helen. Always a smile, always friendly, always something nice to say to make you feel good. Always Bob. You will be missed my classmate, my neighbor, my friend.

Message from Margaret Cunningham White

September 20, 2016 8:05 PM

I am so grateful to have been able to teach with Bob at Blessed Sacrament. He was an inspiration to all of us. Bob's creativity in education and his true love for each child who entered his classroom made him one of the best teachers I have ever known. He brought humor and class to our little community at Blessed Sacrament. You will be greatly missed Bob. Your spirit will shine on in all whom you have touched.

A candle was lit by Margaret Cunningham White on September 20, 2016 8:00 PM

A candle was lit by Kathy Nelson Carrithers on September 20, 2016 12:48 PM

Message from Lynn Marich

September 19, 2016 12:16 PM

Heaven now has another angel smiling down upon all of his beloved friends and family! Bob was the nucleus of a tight-knit group of TEPFO (Education) students at UW. We studied together, played together and graduated together, all while forming permanent memories of that key time in our lives. All these years later, Bob was still the person who kept our little group in contact. I am so grateful that he kept in touch, even this summer when he was so ill. Bob, we will continue to gather in honor of your incredible friendship. I love you and treasure our memories!

A candle was lit by Ken and Denise King, classmate and friends on September 19, 2016 8:01 AM

A candle was lit by Christa Accetturo on September 18, 2016 8:51 PM

Message from Tim Bower

September 18, 2016 12:15 PM

You and I didn't socialize but you were a part of my life on Beacon Hill. You walked by my house all the time, just like your wonderful Mom, so excited to tell me about the season tickets you just got for the theater or the symphony, or to tell me about the play you just attended. I would be doing my yardwork and we would just talk. It was great. I also saw you at O'Dea dinners and Son's of Italy dinners, You will be missed. Always so upbeat, always so friendly. You were courageous, I know what you went through...enjoy the next journey Bob. Have a blast!!!!

Message from Joe and Sharon (Pankiewicz) Dreimiller

September 15, 2016 9:28 PM

Love to all of the Romeo family. We were the lucky neighbors that watched your family move in across the alley from us so many years ago. We were the lucky family that made life long friends with all of you and watched our mothers become true friends. We were the lucky family that felt your support and love during our hard times and gave it in return during your hard times. We were the lucky family that found joy in good times with you. How blessed we were to have all of you in our life! Bob looked for the best in everyone and believed in the better nature in people. He was a gifted teacher and he had a creative spirit that filled the world. I have so many good memories of Bob. Your goodness will live on forever in all of us. Heaven is so much richer with your presence. God bless you, Bob, and God bless all of you in the Romeo family. Peace and love, Sharon and Joe

Message from Ariel Padon

September 15, 2016 8:46 PM

I am blessed to have had the chance to know such a kind soul. Bob, your love and selflessness will be missed by so many. May you rest in paradise.

I pray that our Lord will bring the Romeo family comfort and peace in the tough days ahead.

With love,
Ariel

A candle was lit by Jo Lacy (Co worker) on September 15, 2016 3:10 PM

Message from Danny Hagan

September 15, 2016 2:04 PM

To the Romeo family who I can remember being in my life since my fourth birthday party - with Bob and Rick being walked down the alley with Helen to attend - I offer my heartfelt condolences. Bob was my academic hero - literally the smartest guy I ever met in the classroom. When talking to him at UPS after my retirement and just prior to his I assured him how much he would love it. I will think think of him often and the impact he made in life.

Message from Janet Schultz

September 14, 2016 10:46 PM

I was so sad to hear about Bob's passing. As a former UPSer, I always found Bob to be happy, kind, and a joy to be around at work. Which wasn't easy at the customer counter! My life was better in knowing Bob. God bless him. He was an angel!

Message from Calypsa and Luis Cadenas

September 14, 2016 8:20 AM

We will always remember your warmth and love. We are so grateful that you were able to attend our wedding in Spain and share one of the happiest day of our lives with us. Your kind spirit touched everyone that you met while in Madrid and you will be missed.

We send our sincerest condolences to your family and wish that you rest in peace.

With love y hasta siempre,
Calypsa, Luis, Antonio and the rest of your Spanish family

Message from Colleen Tullis Volberding

September 14, 2016 7:58 AM

I will miss Bob very much. I will miss our great conversations. I always felt better after talking to Bob. His smile and laughter was pure joy! Bob was thoughtful and kind to everyone. His pain and suffering is now over and he is at peace.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Romeo Family. You have my deepest sympathy.

A candle was lit by Colleen Tullis Volberding on September 14, 2016 7:42 AM

A candle was lit by Paul Bosanko O'Dea classmate RIP brother on September 14, 2016 6:46 AM

A candle was lit by Shelley Scuderi and family on September 13, 2016 10:17 PM

Message from Kayti Barnett-O'Brien

September 13, 2016 9:34 PM

My sincerest condolences to Bob's family and loved ones. I knew Bob as a great supporter and friend of live theater. He was a constant and charming companion to so many of us working in the theater in Seattle. Always with a smile and encouraging word. He was attentive and thoughtful both in his personal interactions with me and my colleagues as well as a thoughtful arts patron. He thought deeply about the art he saw and found something wonderful to appreciate about every performance. So many of my colleagues, like my self, will miss his warmth and well wishes. He was not only a supporter and patron, but truly became a friend. We can all aspire to be as genuine, true of heart, and as kind as Bob.

A candle was lit by Stephen Falsetto, O'Dea Classmate on September 13, 2016 8:36 PM

Message from christian ursino

September 13, 2016 7:53 AM

Bob and I literally new each other our entire lives. Our families lived across the street from each other on Snoqualamie street in the late fifties. Our mothers were pregnant at the same time with each of us. I was born on September 28th and Bob 3 months later on December 28th. The rest as they say is history. We shared childhood, grammar school and high school and maintained a friendship through our adult years. We were both grateful for the history we shared particularly as we navigated through our adult lives. Good times and bad, Bob was there. Gifted, talented, creative, loyal and true. I will be forever grateful for his place in my history. Dearest friend you will be remembered often and loved always. I'll see you on the other side with a full report on what you missed.

A candle was lit by Peter B. Sales Jr. To the Romeo Family so sorry. on September 12, 2016 9:01 PM

Message from friends at the Customer Counter

September 12, 2016 7:50 PM

You tought us all so much about people and Customer Service-nobody did it better.RIP our friend

A candle was lit by friends at the Customer Counter on September 12, 2016 7:44 PM

A candle was lit by Jane Fisher on September 12, 2016 4:44 PM

A candle was lit by Jonni Swensen on September 12, 2016 4:10 PM

Message from Jonni Swensen

September 12, 2016 4:10 PM

I'm in tears with this news. Mr. Romeo was my second grade teacher, but remained my friend for years to follow. He cast me in my first play, The Trials of Tilly Tooth, as the Plaque Witch. He nurtured kids' curiosity with the take-apart table, where we could disassemble typewriters, hairdryers, etc. to see how they worked inside. He went to all of my school plays, was there for my high school graduation, and even my graduation from college. We exchanged some letters and phone calls after that. The last time I saw him we met for lunch at a Subway on Capitol Hill. I remember it being a lovely visit. Conversations were always easy with him. He had a great sense of humor, a sweet smile, and an infectious laugh. After that I just kind of lost touch with him. It was before social media, even before I had email, and I was never good at returning his letters. I searched for him a few times throughout the years, but could never track him down again. I really regret not keeping in better touch.

He was such a warm, encouraging, giving human being. I don't think I ever told him how much he meant to me.

Rest in peace, Mr. Romeo. You will be greatly missed.

Message from Maggie Brown Inahara

September 12, 2016 3:48 PM

I am so shocked to hear about Bob, as I didn't even know he was sick. I think the last time I saw him was at Helen's funeral, and I remember mentioning to him that I had had melanoma. He didn't mention that he had it as well. So shocking.

My memories with Bob go back to when we were toddlers and used to nap together. I always used to joke that I was the first girl he ever slept with. When we used to play in the sandbox together, he made the best roads, and I asked him once if he would make a road for me. He said he would, as long as I promised to marry him when we grew up. That went out the window a few years later when he decided he wanted to be a priest. I remember the "masses" he used to hold in his bedroom, with the cute little altar he built.

We used to walk to and from school together. I had to smile when I read in the obit about the teacher who said he was "difficult." I know EXACTLY who that teacher was. She used to break everything down to its lowest common denominator in order to reach all levels of the class. In doing so, she wasn't exactly technically correct on many things any more and this used to really bug Bob. He felt compelled to point this out to her on numerous occasions, and boy, did she get steamed! Bob wasn't trying to show off or anything--he just liked things to be exact and correct. Bob was by far the smartest boy in the class.
Although we went to different high schools, we stayed in touch, and ran into each other a few times while we were at the UW. I was surprised one time when I was taking communion at the church near UW, and Bob was the Eucharistic Minister! He wasn't too far off his long ago dream of being a priest.
We kept in touch after graduation, and I'd look him up when I was home on leave from the Navy. I remember when I was on Guam, I would talk about the beautiful beaches. He sent me a sweatshirt with a beach scene on it, and below it was inscribed, "It's nice, but it's not the Northwest." How true that was! As great as traveling was, it wasn't the Northwest!
Although sometimes several years would go by, every time I saw Bob, it was like no time had passed. I tried to convince him to go on social media, so we could keep in touch better, but he wasn't having it. He encouraged me to be facebook friends with his nephew Chris, so that any important information could be passed. Bob liked to do things his own way.
It's hard to believe he's no longer here. I'm sure he's making some artistic suggestions in Heaven. I'm happy that he is with Carlo, Helen and "Little Carlo."
My condolences to the entire Romeo family.
I will miss you, my lifelong friend...

A candle was lit by Martin Mayovsky - O'Dea Classmate on September 12, 2016 8:37 AM

A candle was lit by W.J. Higa on September 12, 2016 8:23 AM

A candle was lit by June White on September 12, 2016 5:05 AM

A candle was lit by Patty Huggins Dwight on September 11, 2016 11:20 PM

Message from Tracy Bagnoche

September 11, 2016 4:54 PM

Bob is a special friend, life-long when the Romeo family lived across the street from us, Mary, Paul, Tracy, and Margaret Brown. My mom, Mary was his mom's best friend. Helen and my mom would get together with a cup of coffee on the porch and discuss things about the kids needing to be accountable for their actions. Bob would get up on our flower bed around 6:00 p.m. and say hi through the kitchen window. Mom told him "it's dinner time and time for you to go home". Carlo Sr. also rang the dinner bell around 6:00 to gather the kids. Bob loved to take every moment he could to have fun. As my mom said, "he's a special friend". What a blessing relationship we had growing up with the Romeo family. Too many things to say in a posting. Ending on that note, my contribution goes to the theatre as that is what Bob and my mom had so much in common in later years. Comedy and Tragedy; a theatrical term.

A candle was lit by Linda Mizumoto on September 11, 2016 3:49 PM

A candle was lit by Joanie Roppo Cruz on September 11, 2016 2:41 PM

Message from Jim White

September 11, 2016 2:28 PM

I had the pleasure of working with Bob during the 90's in Seattle. The descriptions of him in these many fine condolences were never more true. He was the shop steward for the Seattle Twilight yet to me, he was a partner who helped us all be successful. I have met no truer or fairer person in my life.

Message from Terry Welch

September 11, 2016 12:15 PM

Stunned and saddened by Bob's passing. We had so much fun at O'Dea, but I didn't see him again until this past January, when he was kind enough to attend my father's funeral. To his family and friends: I'm so sorry for your loss. I will never forget Bob or his wonderful sense of humor.

Message from Ron and Nancy Ellis

September 11, 2016 10:33 AM

OMG, we are so sorry to see that such a GREAT man has passed from this world! Mr Romeo, as we called him, was our daughter's teacher at Blessed Sacrament in Seattle in 1980 and 1981 for 1st and 2nd grade. He was the best teacher that she ever had! We all loved him. We remember how creative he was and that passed on to our daughter. We are sure that this world will miss such a wonderful and gifted individual. May he rest in great peace!

A candle was lit by Dena Hagen on September 10, 2016 11:01 PM

A candle was lit by Michael Mayovsky ... O'Dea classmate on September 10, 2016 1:11 PM

A candle was lit by Helen (Romeo) Kessler on September 10, 2016 1:25 AM

A candle was lit by Feeder Deb on September 9, 2016 9:31 AM

Message from Tom and Patti Warner

September 8, 2016 3:06 PM

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Bobby was a love, and always so welcoming. We know you will miss his energy and grace. We are so glad you could spend some special moments with him. Hugs to all.

Message from Laura Plough

September 8, 2016 12:56 PM

I am so very sorry to learn of Bob's passing. I remember him since the high school years and was lucky enough to see him a year or so ago at the musical performance of a mutual friend. Your loving family has lost a good soul here on earth and I know how much you will miss him . May you find peace knowing he's been welcomed with open arms by those who have gone before him. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Message from Linda Frangello Franco

September 7, 2016 9:41 PM

to all the Romeo family and everyone else who will miss "brother Bob" - so very sorry to hear this news of his passing. He was a unique and fun person, all the way back to grade school. Bob knew how to have fun and always brought laughter and joy with him anywhere he went. I have many fun memories of Bob from years ago and time spent with the Romeos on holidays when I was in the fold. Bob knew how to do a lot of things and I was lucky enough to be the recipient of that one fine day about 10 years ago. I should preface this by saying that when I was no longer married to Rick, Bob told me that I would always be his sister and he would always love me. He used to visit me now and again when I was living on 15th, and one day he showed up as I was trying to figure out how to get a security screen for my back door. When I told him that, he said "let's just go get one and I'll put it up for you". I said "just like that?" and he said "just like that!" So off we went to Lowe's, got the door and he put it up - just like that. He and Chuck also put up a new fence along my back alley some years back. I will miss Bob's enthusiasm, friendliness, caring and concern for so many friends and his family. I was invited to his 50th birthday party at Tutta Bella and I had a blast. He enjoyed that night so much, surrounded by his family and friends. He was truly in his element. I will surely miss Bob, as so many others will. I do know that he lived more in his 61 years than most of us would live in two lifetimes. Bob didn't let any grass grow under his feet and he did what he enjoyed. God bless him on his newest journey, where I know he is a shining light of love and peace. We had a special phrase he always said to me: "who loves ya baby?" and my line was "I do" and he would reply "I love ya more"! thanks, Bob, for all the love over all these years. You will be truly missed.

Message from Kristine Keough Forte

September 7, 2016 9:05 PM

I remember Bob from my HNA days; always a kind and loving soul. He will be missed. My prayers are with the family.

Message from ROCKY WILLIAMSON

September 7, 2016 5:16 PM

REST IN HEAVEN MY BROTHER BOB!!WE ALL WILL MISS YOU,YOUR SMILE,YOUR POSITIVE OUTLOOK ON LIFE,YOU!ROMEO FAMILY KEEP SMILING &KNOW BOB HAS NO MORE PAIN,NO MORE SORROW!!YOU UPS BROTHER OF 15YEARS,ROCKY WILLIAMSON!!

Message from LONG BEACH CALIFORNIA

September 7, 2016 5:06 PM

RIP TO MY BUDDY BOB ROMEO.WE WORKED TOGETHER AT UPS FOR MY ENTIRE 15YEARS THERE!ROMEO WAS ALWAYS POSITIVE &HAD SOMETHING NICE TO SAY TO ME.AS WELL AS THE BEST SHOP STUART I EVER HAD AT UPS!!MY LAST DAY AT UPS IN 2005,BOB HUGGED ME&TOLD ME,ROCKY YOU HAVE WAY MORE TO GIVE OUR WORLD THAN JUST LUGGING BOXES AROUND!!I AM NOW AN RESTAURANT OWNER,AS WELL AS A COMEDIAN IN LONG BEACH CALIFORNIA! WE ALL MISS YOU BOB,BUT UPS,WILL NEVER HAVE ANOTHER LIKE ROBERT ROMEO,MY BROTHER, MY FRIEND,REST IN HEAVEN!!AND TO THE ROMEO FAMILY,KEEP SMILING BECAUSE BOB WOULDN'T WANT IT ANY OTHER WAY!!GODBLESS YOU ALL!!!

A candle was lit by ROCKY WILLIAMSON on September 7, 2016 4:58 PM

Message from Doug and Kathy Sackett

September 7, 2016 2:53 PM

I met Bob my very first day at UPS in February of 1975. We were both part timers on the Seattle Twilight sort. He was the kind of person who would go out of his way to welcome a new person as he did with me. I thought that was pretty darned cool. Through the years we would see each other occasionally and he always had a friendly word. After he met Kathy his official title for her was "The Fabulous Feeder Babe".
Bob was a very kind man......He is missed by many. God bless you Bob.

A candle was lit by Doug and Kathy Sackett on September 7, 2016 2:45 PM

A candle was lit by Bruce Krieg on September 7, 2016 2:38 PM

A candle was lit by Hazel Fujino on September 7, 2016 1:55 PM

Message from Mari Vazquez Fernández

September 7, 2016 12:58 PM

Dear Romeo family,

Bob was a beautiful soul, with a kind and generous heart. May he rest in peace. And God's love be a comfort to you.

A candle was lit by Mari & Virgil Fernandez on September 7, 2016 12:56 PM

A candle was lit by christian ursino on September 7, 2016 12:31 PM

Message from David Francis

September 7, 2016 12:26 PM

My heart goes out to the family. Bob was one of the brightest lights God ever created. We met at UPS 30 years ago when he was a shop steward and I was a new part-time employee. He mentored me as an employee and even later when I became a supervisor. He was kind and unselfish and extremely ethical. It was a priveledge to know him and I am saddened that he will not be there to make me laugh again when I visit the Seattle Hub or a random Seattle play.

Message from Jackie Lefebvre

September 7, 2016 11:30 AM

I am saddened to learn of Bob's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the Romeo family during this difficult time.

A candle was lit by His Irish love on September 7, 2016 8:06 AM

A candle was lit by Windy Beach on September 7, 2016 7:25 AM

A candle was lit by Donnitta Durham on September 7, 2016 6:27 AM

Message from Donnitta Durham

September 7, 2016 6:26 AM

Bob Romeo you were definitely a great impact for all of Us at UPS. A ray of sunshine after a long hard day. You could put a smile on anyone's face. You will definitely be missed, but you aren't suffering anymore. Rest in peace my friend.

A candle was lit by Mary Rowe on September 6, 2016 10:08 PM

Message from Gordon Caldwell

September 6, 2016 9:55 PM

Deepest condolences to the Romeo family, Im glad Bob had a chance to do some traveling, I had the pleasure of working in the same building at UPS with Bob, I was a driver and car washer. Not a day would go by without an encounter with Bob and his pleasant hello and willingness to talk about anything on your mind, what a great guy. RIP Bob

A candle was lit by Gordon Caldwell on September 6, 2016 9:25 PM

A candle was lit by Mike Maytash on September 6, 2016 9:19 PM

A candle was lit by Joyce Newman Griffin on September 6, 2016 5:05 PM

A candle was lit by Ron linden on September 6, 2016 3:51 PM

A candle was lit by Cathy Inouye on September 4, 2016 8:41 AM

A candle was lit by Trish Thoensen Coleman on September 1, 2016 3:10 PM

Message from Trish Coleman

September 1, 2016 3:09 PM

Deepest sympathy to the Romeo family. You will be forever in my heart Bob. So sorry we missed our visit time on the 24th.

A candle was lit by Linda Frangello Franco on August 31, 2016 10:19 PM

A candle was lit by Diane Geraghty on August 31, 2016 2:10 PM

A candle was lit by Kathy Bower on August 31, 2016 11:11 AM

Message from Dorabelles

August 30, 2016 10:50 PM

My Romeo, you will be greatly missed, your "Dorabelles"

A candle was lit by Stephanie Brosio on August 30, 2016 4:31 PM

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