Sunday, June 21st, 2009...10:28 am
Remembering Robert
He would always sit in the third row, middle section on the end seat with his wife Suzann by his side.
Robert would always be the first to volunteer for my shows and by the end of each cruise would be the most recognised guest on the ship.
He cruised with me over 40 times and with Carnival over 50. He and Suzann would always book their vacation based on what ship I was on and so we became great friends. Robert was fiercely loyal to Carnival and if anyone dared to say anything untoward about his beloved Carnival they would receive the full force of his New Jersey personality.
Robert had been recently diagnosed with cancer and as we emailed and as we spoke he seemed determined to join me for the bloggers cruise in December . Yesterday Suzann called the ship and said that he was in ICU and was desperate to talk to me. I spoke to him and although he couldn’t really speak he managed to tell me he loved Carnival……..and me.
One hour later this gregarious fun loving man who lived to sail with Carnival passed away.
Suzann
There are no words that I can write that will sooth your pain but you need to know that we are all thinking of you and that everyone who met Robert will never ever forget him.
On behalf of everyone at Carnival, everyone on the blog and from Heidi, I send you deepest sympathies.
I will miss him very much.
John
80 Comments
June 21st, 2009 at 10:40 am
My condolences to the family.
This is why so many of us love Carnival, is the sense of family and welcoming feel on board.
Robert sounds like a great person, that I would have liked to have known. Suzann my thoughts are with you.
June 21st, 2009 at 10:48 am
What a terrible loss!!
Our condolences to Suzann and her family.
Phil & Liz
June 21st, 2009 at 10:58 am
It was a tremendous honor to meet Robert and Suzann on the Blogger’s cruise.
He had an amazing spirit and zest for the sea and for life.
I only met and sailed with Robert once but I’ll never forget him.
Bon voyage, Robert.
Host Mach
June 21st, 2009 at 11:31 am
suzanne, our deepest sympathies to you for your loss. i know how he loved john and carnival.
bonnie and prince charlie
June 21st, 2009 at 11:49 am
Suzann,
There are never any words to express the sympathy we feel at the loss of your husband Robert. He made many memories for you and I am sure will be sorely missed. Dan and I will keep you in our heart during this time. No doubt Robert will be sailing daily and making laughs….
Kathie and Dan
June 21st, 2009 at 11:50 am
Suzann, our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow and grief.
We never got to talk very much with Robert, mostly just speak in passing on the ships. I think the last time we spoke was on the Lido deck on BC2. We sailed with you several times.
Robert will be missed.
Carolyn and Don
June 21st, 2009 at 11:57 am
My sincerest condolences to Roberts family. May they be blessed and be comforted by their friends and the many good memories they have of Robert.
John, I hope this makes you realize how much of an impact you have had on the lives that you have touched over the years. I hope that I get to meet you in Dec.
B.E.L.C.
Maribeth
June 21st, 2009 at 12:16 pm
Suzann, our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. It was our pleasure to meet you both on BC1. You are in our prayers.
Ray & Deb
June 21st, 2009 at 12:27 pm
Suzann,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time. It is always so hard to lose a loved one. How sweet it is that Robert wanted to speak to John before his passing. It reaffirms what we all know, that being, that, John Heald is one of the best human beings alive, who has brought all of us together as one HUGE, happy family. He has brought so much joy and laughter into all or our lives. Hopefully Robert is now on the best cruise ever! He will be missed.
Sheryl
June 21st, 2009 at 12:42 pm
John,
I am so sorry to hear about Robert. My condolences and prayers for his family. I have been reading this blog from the beginning, but have never been drawn to write until now. I don’t know if you realize what a difference you make in people’s lives everyday. You make us laugh, cry and everything in between. Thank you for sharing so much with us. Through you, Robert has had many prayers going for him. I know that our thoughts for his family won’t bring him back, but I hope that they find some comfort knowing that so many people care.
Martha Hann
June 21st, 2009 at 12:42 pm
Suzann,
My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
Clair
June 21st, 2009 at 12:44 pm
We are very sorry to hear such sad news about Robert. Our deepest condolences to his family and friends. He will be missed.
Jack & Geri
June 21st, 2009 at 12:46 pm
Yes, I remember Robert and Suzann, they were on one of the cruises we took where John was the CD. I am sorry for your loss Suzann, I remember Robert as a funny and nice man, who had nothing but good things to say about Carnival and about John. He will surely be missed. God Bless you, and your family on your loss. Linda & Mike
June 21st, 2009 at 1:20 pm
Suzann,
My prayers are with you and the family during this difficult time.
Robert had such a zest for life and enjoyed it to the fullest.
I will never forget him as Dick Little with those happy face shorts.
As part of this huge family, you will be surrounded with lots of love and wonderful memories.
He will be missed by all who had the honor of meeting him.
Sharon
June 21st, 2009 at 1:27 pm
Suzann,
I know first hand how painful it is to lose a spouse to cancer. My wife of 27 years passed away from ovarian cancer in May of 2007. She was only 51. We had always talked about crusing but did not do so until she was in remission. That was in Oct of 2006.
I will be praying for you in your time of grief.
Mike Tomlinson
June 21st, 2009 at 1:43 pm
Suzann,
May God comfort you and your family during this sorrowful time. I know you will miss him terribly, so it is wonderful that you have so many wonderful memories, including all the cruises you took. They will keep Robert in your heart forever. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Fellow blogger, Myra
June 21st, 2009 at 1:52 pm
Suzann,
Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. Robert was a funny and amazing person. My everlasting memory of him will be of him dressed to the nines for the “Mens Pajama Pageant” on BC2.
May those happy memories comfort you during this time.
Love,
Elaine
June 21st, 2009 at 1:58 pm
My condolences to the family. John your a special man. Its no wonder people love you so very much.
June 21st, 2009 at 2:44 pm
Suzann,
Our deepest sympathies, you and your family are in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Mary & Moe
June 21st, 2009 at 2:46 pm
Hi John..this reply is long over due, but in answer to your CD question..We pick our cruise mainly for the destination or our last two was to be on a new ship for the TA. My very first cruise was in 1988 on the new Celebration and the CD was Malcom Kennedy. Quite a bit later went on the older Celebration and the CD was Dave Armour and he was quite a unique entertainer. Gave us many laughs….Understand both of these boys are now in the great cruise ship in the sky. After that I never remembered the names of any CD until I sailed with John Heald on the Liberty out of Rome, now I keep hoping to reconnect with him. Maybe sometime in the future..Regards from TX
June 21st, 2009 at 2:50 pm
So Sorry…..you must think that I am so uncaring. I went to comments right away to write my message and then read read about Rkobert. My sympathy to his family…
June 21st, 2009 at 2:52 pm
Suzann,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at such a sad time. I lost my husband and know first hand how much Robert will be missed. (my husband’s name was Robert). I am truly impressed with this Carnival “family” after reading this blog. I’ve been fortunate to have sailed 5 times with Carnival and look forward to my next.
John, I’m new to the blog thingy but all that I’ve read over the past month has been truly interesting. I hope to meet you in February on the Dream while you cover for Todd.
I’m glad you made such a friend with Robert.
Donna
June 21st, 2009 at 2:54 pm
I am very sorry for your loss, Suzann. Treasure the special memories of your Carnival cruises with him and I promise, you will sail with him again one day.
Melissa
June 21st, 2009 at 3:03 pm
That’s a bit of a shock to hear about Robert and my condolences, Suzann.
I remember him from several cruises, the last being the Fantasy Bloggers cruise. I didn’t get many pictures of him on that cruise, but here are a couple:
From the pajama party:
http://www.zydecocruiser.com/Blog_2009/nola/nola2/IMG_5459.JPG
And a whole different kind of pajama party…
http://www.zydecocruiser.com/Blog_2009/prog/prog3/IMG_5916.JPG
He will be missed.
June 21st, 2009 at 3:03 pm
Suzann,
I’m so sorry to hear about Robert. You have my sincere sympathy.
June 21st, 2009 at 4:17 pm
Dear Suzann,
We got word of Robert’s passing this morning.
We had the pleasure of meeting you and Robert on the first and second Bloggers Cruise. It was evident that Robert loved cruising with John Heald and Carnival Cruise Lines only second to you! We know you will miss him terribly, but rest assured that if and when you are on a future Carnival cruise, there will always be someone there to share it with from this ever-growing family of bloggers. Our deepest sympathies to you.
Lance & Ilda Gunberg
June 21st, 2009 at 4:35 pm
John,
My condolences to Suzann , her family & to you. As Maribeth stated, you have touched the lives of many & there is no greater affirmation of that Robert’s affirmation.
Gary
June 21st, 2009 at 4:48 pm
happy fathersday to u john. hope heidi and kye r doing well. and sorry to here about ur friend and best wishes to his family.
June 21st, 2009 at 5:16 pm
May dear Robert Rest in Peace.
June 21st, 2009 at 5:25 pm
My condolences to Suzann and her family.
I will be thinking of them.
June 21st, 2009 at 5:57 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I very sorry I remember his last post.
June 21st, 2009 at 5:57 pm
My blessings go out to the Roberts family in this time of loss. I pray that they will be able to make it through this tough time and be able to celebrate his life. Your family is in my prayers.
June 21st, 2009 at 6:30 pm
We will also be thinking of you through this time.
He sounded like a loving man…. I wish I could have sailed with him!!
June 21st, 2009 at 6:37 pm
Dearest Suzann,
Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Robert or you, it brought tears to my eyes when I read John’s blog today. The love that Robert and John had for one another is very evident. I’m sure he was a remarkable, kind, thoughtful and fun-loving man. Please know how sorry I am for the loss of your beloved husband. May your heart be consoled by the thoughts and messages of your cruising friends. God bless you and your family during this very difficult time. RIP, Robert.
My deepest sympathies,
Sally Dagon Head
June 21st, 2009 at 6:43 pm
John,
Robert must have been a very special person, not only to his family, but also his friends, including one special friend, you. I am sure Robert will get to sail even better seas now. Our thoughts and prayers to his wife, Suzann and all those that loved him.
Bobbi and James
June 21st, 2009 at 7:17 pm
John, please reply
We are so sorry about the news of Robert’s passing. Our condolences go to Suzann and the family. We look at his picture and his face is very familiar to us. By any chance do you recall if they were on the Freedom sailing to the Caribbean from Miami last year on 3/8/08? That’s the cruise where we met you and we remember this gentleman volunteering on your shows and he definitely was, as you said, the most recognized person on the cruise! Anyway, if Robert was or not that person, he’ll be greatly missed.
The Santanas from Miami Beach
June 21st, 2009 at 7:50 pm
Suzann:
I will never forget the night I got to sing to Robert on the Blogger’s Cruise.
Please know that you are in our prayers at this time.
John:
As you deal with the loss of a dear friend, remember that while death can take the body from us….nothing can ever take away the memories…and it is the memories that keep the love of our dear friends in our hearts forever.
Linda (Mom of DJ)
June 21st, 2009 at 7:51 pm
Suzann, Kathy and I remember Robert, his wonderful smile and personality, from the Fantasy Bloggers cruise. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gene
June 21st, 2009 at 8:11 pm
My condolences to Suzann, her family, you John and the Carnival family that Robert so loved. Robert will continue to cruise with all the cruisers in heaven .
Paul F. Pietrangelo
June 21st, 2009 at 8:15 pm
Thank you John for sharing that . . . what a wonderful tribute to Robert and to Carnival as well. Regards, Richard
June 21st, 2009 at 8:25 pm
I never met Robert, but I sure wish that I had. All my sympathy to his family & I hope they can take some comfort by the blog family.
Jan
June 21st, 2009 at 8:26 pm
My condolences to Suzann on the loss of her beloved husband, Robert. I am so happy that we got to meet you on the BC2 NOLA. I will always remember the men’s nightgown contest. He will always be remembered and missed by all. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Gloria aka Sue
June 21st, 2009 at 8:42 pm
Suzann~ The loss of a spouse is a horrible thing and you and your family are in my prayers. As I thought back on this page today one thing stuck out at me. You and Robert didn’t wait until he retired like soooo many other people you hear of to enjoy yourselves. My husband and i just took our first real vacation (a cruise) this past february after 20 years of marriage. I’m not waiting another 20. At least you have all of your memories to look back on and you don’t have to say “Why did we wait?”
June 21st, 2009 at 9:04 pm
My dearest Suzann,
Our hearts were saddend when we read the news of Roberts passing.
It did make us very happy to read that he did get his final wish in that he was able to speak with John.
When you think about it, his final wish proved him right over all these years. in that , on what other cruise line would you be able to get in touch with the cd of a ship that was in the middle of embarkation.
Guess Rpbert was correct through all these years in his choice of favorite cruise lines and we know he was right in his choice of favorite cruise director.
It may not mean much to you now but when you have a moment think of it this way, that Robert has not really left the Carnival Family.
He is busy getting the “Carnival Eternity” ready for the rest of us when our time comes.
Cindy and I both wish you peace and you will be in our thoughts and prayers
Cindy N Bill
June 21st, 2009 at 9:15 pm
Suzann, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Robert on the bloggers cruise in Feb. He seemed like a fun loving guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jennifer and Danny
June 21st, 2009 at 9:21 pm
That is so sad but we know that Robert is now always sailing with Carnival, because he and Suzann will be in the hearts and minds of every blogger on every ship everyday.
Our prayers go to you and your family at this difficult time.
Love
CarolAnn
June 21st, 2009 at 9:34 pm
Suzann
We send our Deepest Sympathy to you and your family. Robert will be missed by many that sailed with him on Carnival.
John
We know you will be missing Robert as much as you are missing Heidi a Kye while your onboard. I can see you now with a tear in your eye every time you look down to that ” third row, middle section on the end seat” looking for your friend, Robert. Robert was with you for many years before this blog came to being. I’m sure none of the 4,000,000 slape on your thingy will ever replace your memories of those 40 cruises you had with Robert.
Pat and Big Ed Konefe
June 21st, 2009 at 9:48 pm
Dear John,
Hope you can reply,
First let me say congratulations to you and Heidi on the birth of the beautiful Kye and Happy first Father’s Day to you! How difficult it must be for you to be away from your gorgeous girls so soon. Reading the blog has brought us easily back in time even though ours are now 18 and 15. I was touched to read about the loss of Robert. I am writing today as a follow-up to an e-mail from April. I am sailing with my family on the Splendor on July 5th. I had mentioned that my 18 year old daughter is a dancer and dreams of working for Carnival in the future. You had kindly offered to put her contact with the dance captain on our cruise and she is really looking forward to it. Her year end revue was last week-end and she was named dancer of the year by her dance school. You asked for a few days reminder before we cruise but I am contacting you now since I know you have so much going on. Thanks in advance. Her name is Chelsea Singer, and our family will be in staterooms 7280 and 7282, we were able to upgrade to a suite for next to nothing and we can’t wait to cruise with Carnival again, in only 14 days!! Is there any chance we will be treated to sail away music?
Thanks again,
Lianne Brown & Howard Singer
June 21st, 2009 at 9:54 pm
Godspeed to Robert and condolences to his family. He was a very nice man, we had the pleasure of meeting him when he sailed with John on the Libery in April of 2006. Sail on in heaven brother.
June 21st, 2009 at 10:03 pm
Suzanne,
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Robert was a king amoug men and loved crusing. I only meet you once on BC2 but once I meet you both it was like meeting a old friend after many years. The memories we share will live on for ever.
Kevin
June 21st, 2009 at 11:45 pm
Rest in Peace ..my friend for many years Robert.
God bless Suzanne and the many lives that you and Robert have touched.I have many fond pictures,video’s and memories that I will never forget of Robert. He had emailed me only a few weeks ago and was in such possitive spirits about his fight and planning that next cruise with you John…he cherrished your friendship the most.
Mark Chambliss
Alabama Friends
June 21st, 2009 at 11:52 pm
It is indeed a sad day in the cruise world.
We only just met Robert on the NOLA Bloggers cruise. As with most of the other bloggers he had a great passion for cruising and having fun. Our prayers are with Susan and the family.
People ask us all the time why we travel so much. Our standard answer is that none of us know when we will leave this world. I want to see it all.
Life is short, enjoy life at its fullest, see the wonders of the world and the great people you encounter along the way who will touch your hearts.
John, You must of touched Roberts heart many years ago. You and Carnival continue to touch many other hearts every day.
June 22nd, 2009 at 12:28 am
Suzann -
We are sending you our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Robert will always be a member of our cruise family in our hearts and memories. Lynn and Mike Sagara
June 22nd, 2009 at 6:07 am
We are so sorry for the the loss of one of our carnival buddies. Stu and I met Robert on the Fantasey bloggers cruise in Feb. We were on the same plane going and spent several hours together at New Orleans airport going home. Suzanne , our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Jackie & Stuie from Staten Island
June 22nd, 2009 at 6:48 am
Suzann,
So, so sorry to hear about Robert. I can speak for many when I say Robert was one of a kind.
In some ways Robert was our “introduction” to real cruising. We had been on a few cruises but in April of ‘07 on the Freedom’s Med Cruise Robert and John did “Dick Little…” We were both laughing so hard I know I nearly peed my pants! Robert – aka Dick – did become a celebrity for the duration of the cruise. I heard about John’s blog thingy before the cruise and started reading regularly after that trip.
After that cruise is when we finally “got it.” We understood that cruising wasn’t just a getaway but it was an opportunity to meet people and share traveling in a unique way. We since joined up with “Big Ed’s Evil Krewe” and have taken this travel thing to a new level. After coming back from that Freedom Med Cruise we also started hearing about the “rest of the story” re: Robert and you Suzann. Your loyalty to Carnival and to John – your willingness to be part of the cruise – your willingness to help out.
We briefly met and talked on “Bloggers Cruise #1″ and learned – first hand – why you both are talked about so much. A more loving, kind and generous couple I’ve rarely met. Suzann, I’m sorry for your loss, I’m sorry for Carnival’s loss. All I know is that God has a plan and he must have needed someone with a humongous sense of humor to walk those streets of gold.
Please know that we’ll be praying for you and your family and together – the Carnival Family – we’ll all be mourning the loss of a truly special man.
Thanks for sharing him with us all,
Owen & Shannon Squires
June 22nd, 2009 at 6:55 am
Our deepest, deepest sympathies to Suzann.
I was choked up when I read this Blog. Jeanne and I met and chatted with Robert and Suzann a few times when we were on Splendor’s last Baltic cruise. I hope Suzann continues to Cruise and we get to see her again on a Carnival Cruise and honor his memory.I posted this Blog on my Facebook in Honor of his memory.
Thank’s John for the post.
Regard’s
Ray and Jeanne.
June 22nd, 2009 at 8:02 am
John: PLEASE REPLY -
On the Cruise Critic boards, the “Roll Call” thread for the October 3 sailing of Carnival Dream is alive with activity. As I write I see that there are already 262 pages of replies. It has been noted on this thread that Carnival’s itinerary lists an arrival time of 8:00 am on debarkation day (Oct.15). I called Carnival and the lady I spoke to assured me that 8:00 am was the correct arrival time. This seems very unlikely for several reasons and a number of us are relatively certain that the Dream will arrive at least two hours earlier than the itinerary indicates. A correct arrival and debarkation time is important to us when we choose an air line schedule or book private transfers to the airport, tours, hotels, etc.
You are on Carnival Freedom this week and will undoubtedly be discussing such matters with Todd, Dream’s CD. Could you get Miami to correct the arrival time on CCL’s posted itinerary? Additionally, could you give us the approximate time debarkation will begin and let us know if we will be offered “self assist” at debarkation?
Thanks so much!
Dave
June 22nd, 2009 at 8:49 am
…And He who sits on the throne will spread His tent over them.
Never again will they hunger ; never again will they thirst.
The sun will not beat upon them, nor any scorching heat.
For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd ;
He will lead them to springs of living water.
And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.
Revelation 7:15-17
June 22nd, 2009 at 8:53 am
Carnival has truly lost one of it’s Ambassadors with Robert’s passing. I met him on Bloggers 2 and was so impressed with his spirit and love of cruising with Carnival. He obviously made a great impression on many travelers. My prayers go out to Suzann and their family.
PennyB
June 22nd, 2009 at 9:00 am
Hi Suzann,
I’ve never met you nor your beloved husband Robert but I’m writing to offer my condolences to you and your family during this sad and painful period. May the fond memories that the two of you shared during your numerous trips on Carnival Cruise Lines be a source of comfort and joy for many years to come.
Arlene
June 22nd, 2009 at 9:13 am
Suzann,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and with the extended family you and Robert have made in the Carnival cruising world. We hope that the memories you have of Robert brings you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Take care,
Lisa and George Kilmartin
June 22nd, 2009 at 9:22 am
My family thanks John and the Carnival Bloggers for their kind words. Yes my brother-in-law will be missed.
Jim Fasano (Suzanne’s brother)
June 22nd, 2009 at 9:58 am
We first met Robert as “Willie Banger” a few years ago on our first cruise with John. You could tell the chemistry that John and Robert had when they were together. This was not two people putting on a show, this was two old friends entertaining their new friends and doing a fantastic job. You will be missed Robert.
June 22nd, 2009 at 10:40 am
Suzann,
I’m deeply saddened by your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Warm regards,
Alex G.
June 22nd, 2009 at 10:41 am
Suzann
Deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Robert will be missed by a lot of people.
The Bears
June 22nd, 2009 at 12:54 pm
Suaznne,
I remeber Robert so well. His smile was contageous as was his wonderful personality.
Our thoughts are with you and your family.
God bless.
Sallie & Michael Holland
Robert from Fantasy Bloggers Cruise Pajama night.
http://lh3.ggpht.com/_fJohRRsblcQ/SZWp7aegUUI/AAAAAAAACQM/G1PoLdysozQ/s640/IMG_0123.J
June 22nd, 2009 at 1:51 pm
Suzann,
I am sorry for your loss. prayers be with you and your family.
John,
I am sorry for the loss of your friend. I am very thankful that you got to speak to him before he passed away.
Many hugs and prayers to you, John.
June 22nd, 2009 at 1:53 pm
My deepest sympathies to Suzann.
Robert is and forever will be the ORIGINAL Willy Banger.
He will be missed by all who knew him
May he Rest in Peace
Miguel Rodrigues
Snr. Maitre d
June 22nd, 2009 at 2:49 pm
I remember Robert sailing on the Splendor during its Baltic run. He was so friendly, so full of life and so kind to all the crew members. He will be in our thoughts and prayers. Much Love to Suzann.
Take Care,
Jaime
June 22nd, 2009 at 4:30 pm
Suzann,
Our sincere condolences to you and your family. We had a chance to talk with Robert one evening on the 2nd Bloggers Cruise, and really enjoyed talking about all things Carnival.
Pat & Ken Kern
June 22nd, 2009 at 7:20 pm
dear john,
i just want to say thank you for all the kind words you said about my brother in law robert.
he was a wonderful man. i will miss him . he always wanted me to go on a cruise with you as the cruise director. my sister and robert spoke very highly of you.
June 22nd, 2009 at 7:49 pm
I will be keeping Suzann and all of Roberts family and friends in my thoughts and prayers. I remember Robert from the Feb. Bloggers cruise! His carnival hat was so funny! I watch my cd that I purchased during the cruise …. it has the nightgown contest in it….hilarious! Suzann, I know how hard this must be for you, we are all thinking of you at this difficult time.
John, I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your dear friend. I think it was so nice that you got to speak to him .
Edy
June 22nd, 2009 at 8:01 pm
Suzann
My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
I will remember Robert parading across the stage in his nightgown in the Men’s Nightgown contest on the Bloggers2 cruise.
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family as you go through this difficult time.
Charlotte Grady
June 23rd, 2009 at 7:55 am
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Suzann and John. Robert was one of a kind. We met Robert on BC1. He was a wonderful person to talk to. We will forever cherish our video of Robert in the nightgown contest on the last BC.
Stephanie, Paul and AJ
June 23rd, 2009 at 10:32 am
John,
I am not sure if Susann ever told you that when we were stuck in New Orleans airport returning from Fantasy Bloggers Cruise in Feb. their luggage left on a earlier plane. Roberts concern while we waited at the airport was that someone may steal the bobble heads of you. We laughed and said we will watch ebay for anyone selling them. Thought it would be nice to share a funny story and to let you know how much he thought of you.
Jackie
June 23rd, 2009 at 11:59 am
Our sincere condolences to Robert’s wife and family.
Lori and Tom Caskey
June 23rd, 2009 at 11:36 pm
I will always remember Robert as “Willie Banger” on a Carnival Liberty cruise a few years ago – the same cruise I first met John. Memories were made that will never be forgotten and made me a follower of John and the Carnival family. My prayer is that Suzann and all family and friends will be comforted in their sorrow.
June 24th, 2009 at 10:02 am
I am currently traveling throughout Europe and was in constant contact with Robert & Suzann. I spoke with him last weekend and with Suzann last night.
I am deeply saddened by the loss of my friend…..Dick Wooden, Willy Banger and all he stood for!! Cruising was HIS LIFE and JH his BEST MATE!!
I will ALWAYS cherish my times with him…..
Glad you got to speak him him John…one last time!!
June 25th, 2009 at 3:53 pm
I was really upset to see this. I met him on the Liberty Castaways cruise a few years back and I remember him to be full of life and a great guy. My condolences to Suzann and the rest of his family.
July 22nd, 2009 at 12:26 am
We just heard by email from Suzann tonight. Terribly upset that we didn’t know Robert was so sick. We spent some wonderful times with Robert and Suzann and thouroughly enjoyed the reports and pictures from the cruises we were not on with them. Robert will truly be missed. Love to you Suzann.
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