Robert Parkin Holbrook
January 2, 1934 - March 14, 2009
Robert P. Holbrook
Loved Life
Robert Parkin Holbrook, age 75, died March 14th, 2009 of congestive heart failure. He was surrounded by the love of so many family members. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Born January 2nd, 1934 in Bountiful, Utah to hearty pioneer stock, Leo S. Holbrook and Arlene P. Holbrook. Married Marilyn Beath, October 11th, 1955. She was the mother of their four wonderful children. Later divorced. Married Sally Lomax July 17th, 1970. Bob attended Davis High School, where he excelled in sports. He entered the US States Navy where he was assigned to an aircraft carrier, USS Sicily, CVE 118 during the Korean War. He served two tours of duty working the entire time as a Chaplain’s Assistant. Upon returning from the service, Bob worked at Phillips Oil Refinery in Wood Cross. He then worked at Hercules in Magna, Utah for 32.5 years working in the testing facilities. Bob enjoyed his time there and made so many friendships. Bob was an excellent gardener, accomplished woodworker and a superb photographer. Bob and Sally covered most of the world in their travels. Kenya and Egypt were two of his very favorite locations to photograph. He had a zest for life and loved people. He was at his best when he was playing practical jokes or was teasing the kids. He is survived by his best friend and sweetheart Sally; daughters Cynthia R (Dixon) Shumway, Cathleen L. Holbrook; son Robert B. (Brenda) Holbrook; three brothers Clarence, Stanley and Larry; two sisters Joyce and Janette; grandchildren Heather, Jake, Catie (Wade), Travis (Amy), Jeff and Dillon; great-grandchildren Cole, Haley, Lauren, Kjirsten and Cambrie. Preceded in death by his parents, and one son Timothy, and his favorite kitty Lilbud. Special thanks to all the wonderful caregivers that improved Bob’s quality of life, with a special thanks to Dr. Scott West. Bob wished to be cremated and scattered at a location of extreme beauty that he loved to photograph. A family memorial service will be held. Friends may call upon the family at a wake to celebrate his life on Friday, March 20th from 6 to 8 PM at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City. In lieu of flowers please make a donation in his name to the Humane Society of Utah or Best Friends or a charity of your choice.
In Loving Memory
Sally, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I never really worked with him, in fact I only met him once but I know he was a smart guy for getting you! He has now added a new travel location to his favorites (heaven) and is now breathing deeply clean air and taking in beutiful vistas (I think they have camras). Our prayers are with you, Mark
Mark & Marna McPhie
Clinton, Ut
Dear Sally, Although I never met Bob, he was obviously a wonderful husband and father. I am so sorry for the loss of your best friend and I pray that the Lord would heal your heart soon. God Bless you...Karen
Karen lott
Syracuse, UT
Sally, I am so sorry. I know you are going to miss your best friend, sweetheart and travel partner. I'm not sure if Pam got in touch, but she is in California right now with her kids. I know she (and I) would like to see you later when you can. Please know that you have Gerald's and my prayers. Love you much, Ivy
Ivy Hasty
Layton, UT
Cathy and Sally, I am sorry to have learned of the passing of your wonderful father and husband. I know your many good memories of your time with him will help you to heal from your loss. Bob
Bob Copenhafer
Radford, VA
Sally, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Bob was great person. I used to see him in the breakroom at work and he always had some joke. Just know that you are in my prayers.
Kevin kay
Taylorsville, Ut
Dear Sally, My thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days ahead.May God bless you. Dick
Dick Eubanks
Murray, Ut
Sally: I was shocked and superised at the death of Bob. I have not seen you guys too much this Jazz season and I guess I just let it pass me by. I am sorry to hear that Bob left us all, he as indeed a neat guy, I remember many chats and different things we passed and talked about at Hercules for all those years we worked together and you also. Time seems to pass and we kind of lose tract of our friends. Just know this Sally that I too feel the loss of Bob, you guys were good friends to me for many years. God Bless you, if I can do anything for you just contact me and I will be there to help you. Paul Mattson
JPMattson
Holladay, Ut
Sally - We were sorry to hear about Bob. We hope you're doing okay and we are thinking about you. Von and Pam
Von McCandless
Riverton, Ut
Aunt Sally, I'm sorry to hear about the loss of Uncle Bob. I'll never forget the wonderful times at the apartment with him. I remember the times at the pool, when he would be shooting my sister, Ellen and I with the hose, trying to sink us as we fought for the poolside in a small raft...or when we dove for coins that he had tossed in the bottom of the pool. Another memory was him sharing his wisdom with me about the galaxy. I remember how happy I was when you married him. I'm sure that was the highlight of his life! I remember his wittiness talking about the house you both built together, when I came home on leave after the Phoenix missle crisis. Even before you married him, he treated me like one of his own. He was kind and good, and will be sorely missed. My prayers are with you...and God better have a good sense of humor, or Bob will get the best of him. All My Love, Paul
Paul R. Steele
Isleton, CA
Sally, It has been some time since I've been to BPW/UT events, but I still remember you and Bob and your support. You are in my prayers. Julie
Julie Davies
Las Vegas, NV
To my dear friend Sally, It has been such a very long time since we have been in touch, but I often thought about you and Bo and wondered where you were and what you were doing. I wished we could have gotten together these past years, but family, work, and health problems have kept us from doing a lot of what we wanted. Bob's pictures are great. He was gorgeous in his 'old' age. And I'm glad you and he got to travel. You were the absolute light of his life, and I remember how devoted and protective he was to you and about you. He had a wicked sense of humor and scared me to death until I got to know him (through you) and realized what a big softie he was. I hope that in the near future you can contact me and we can get together and just gab. I always thought you guys were still in Bountiful....anyway, I'd love to see you. As always, my love and prayers are with you. You both were and are special people in my memories. Love, Sherry (and Jack) Haymond Telephone: 8012668103
Sherry Moesser Haymond
Murray, Ut
Sally, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Bob was such a joy to be around. I think of you often and all the fun times we had at ATK. I'm sorry I wasn't able to attend his wake and give you a big hug. What a wonderful married life you shared together and what great memories you will always have. Take care, Dianne Shepherd
Dianne Shepherd
Erda, UT
Sally, I was so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. You two both made me feel like part of your family when I visited Utah. You are in my thoughts. Lauren
Lauren Kalos
Arlington, VA
Hi Sally: Even belatedly you and Cathy are in our thoughts and prayers. Surely God makes no mistakes as you and the family loved Bob but God loved him best. Bob was such a cool fellow with his jokes and all. I think he really wanted me to loosen up as he like you thought I was always too serious (^: Lucille and I lost touch with you guys over the years but we just wanted to reach out to you and the family in our thoughts and prayers.
Jerome & Lucille Council
Stockbridge, GA