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Robert Tobey Obituary
Aug 12, 1947 - May 7, 2023
Leesburg, FL
Robert Leroy Tobey, 75, of Leesburg, Florida, passed away Sunday, May 7, 2023.
He was born in Sandusky to Gertrude A. Neidler and Floyd B. Tobey. Robert was a Vietnam veteran of U.S. Navy and was a retired member of Local 42 - Steamfitters and Pipefitters. He graduated from Sandusky High School. Robert enjoyed golfing, baseball, fishing, boating, watching his favorite sports teams, and just hanging out with his wife and son. He worshipped at Sandusky Baptist Temple.
Robert is survived by his wife, Kay Lynn Ferdinandsen Tobey; son, Jason Robert Tobey; daughters, Marla (Harold) Zickefoose, Heather (Dowzell) Swayngim, and Kelly (Chris) Hughes; sister, Jackie (James) Deemer; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren that he held dear to his heart.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Gertrude A. Neidler; father, Floyd B. Tobey; brother, James O'Day; and sister, Janet Walker.
Robert's celebration of life will be 1 p.m. Sunday, June 25, 2023, at Barrell House, Sandusky.
Contributions can be made in Robert's memory to St. Jude's Children Hospital.
Robert will be remembered as having a heart of gold, being very loved, and being very intelligent and talented.
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Tim Travier
December 27, 2023
Kay, so sorry to hear the passing of Robert. Keep memories a live especially the fun times that brought plenty of laughter. RIP
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Brenda G McGlone
June 4, 2023
My deepest condolences Kay and the rest of the family.
Gary
June 3, 2023
Had so much fun with the Tobe down at Jessies he was the best...
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