Robert Garren Mourey's Obituary
Robert Garren Mourey, affectionately known as Bob, BobPop and Uncle Bob, passed away on January 25, 2025, in the privacy of his home in Lakeland, Florida, at the age of 85. Born on January 29, 1939, in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, Bob's life was a testament to his deep faith, love for his family, and a boundless curiosity for the world around him.
After graduating high school, Bob served in the Navy, where he embraced the discipline and camaraderie that military life offered. His service to his country was a source of great pride and taught him lessons that he carried throughout his life.
Bob dedicated 30 years to his career as an Architectural Supervisor at GTE phone company, retiring in 1991 at the age of 52. His work ethic and leadership left a lasting impact on his colleagues and the industry.
Bob's commitment to his faith was evident in his lifelong involvement with his church communities, including Carpenter's Home Church, Ignited Church, and The Covenant Center. He served as a church usher for over 30 years, a role that he performed with honor and dedication.
An avid lover of the outdoors, Bob enjoyed tennis, bowling, traveling, hiking, camping, canoeing, bow hunting, reading books, building/ fixing things and spending time with his family. He retired young to spend many summers on a creek in North Carolina, visit state parks and hike the Appalachian trail. He had a special connection with animals and loved experiencing God’s hand in nature. He taught those around him how to work hard, love big, and play hard, not just with his words but also with his actions . He was a man of great faith in God and lived the meaning of integrity. He would spend hours with his grandkids, nieces, and nephews, pushing swings, playing at the park, building things, exploring, and simply just pouring out his love and wisdom. He was a man of quality time.
Bob is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Diana Lynn Simpson-Mourey; daughters Stacey Lyn Strange (Stephen) and Lisa Dawn Newman (Daniel); Grand-children Kaitlyn Payne (Ryan), Caleb Newman (Angela), Isaac Strange, Collin Newman, Cody Newman, Samuel Strange, Corbin Newman (Grace), Caden Newman, and Carleigh Newman; Great Grandchildren Micah Strange, Levi Payne, and coming soon, Sadie Mae Newman; siblings Ronald Mourey (Peggy), Joan Mourey-Erwine (Gary), and Susan Mourey-Creasy (Mark) and a large, loving family including many nieces, nephews, and close in-laws, Terry and Beth Simpson, Daniel and Brenda Simpson, and Brenda and Loren McElroy. He was preceded in death by his parents, Faye Etta Moyer and Howard Dayton Mourey.
The immediate family will have a private service to celebrate Bob’s rich and impactful life. Gentry-Morrison of Lakeland, Florida, is assisting the family during this time. Bob's legacy of love, wisdom, and integrity will forever be cherished by those who were fortunate enough to know him.
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