Robert W. Stillwagon

11/9/1933 - 6/1/2013

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Obituary For Robert W. Stillwagon

Our loving father and dedicated husband to his wife Joan (57 years of marriage) just recently passed-away. We will never forget his loving personality, his stories, and his humorous and charming disposition. He would say, "Don't get bitter just reconsider." He was a family man and always put others first. He built in his children (Lisa, Joan, Bob) precious memories that will never fade away such as picnics at the beach, great birthday parties, bean bag golf, swim tag, and always supported our various interests. He was a sharp design engineer for IBM. His five grandsons (David, Jonathan, Michael, Robert, Richard) always enjoyed their special outings with him. He finally was blessed with a great granddaughter - Miranda Rose. He was an avid supporter and member of the Freemasons, Boy Scouts of America, and Toastmasters. He will be truly missed!

Visitation will be held on Monday, June 17, from 4-8pm at Fremont Memorial Chapel, 3723 Peralta Blvd., Fremont, CA 94536. Chapel Service will begin on Tuesday, June 18, 11am at the mortuary. Inurnment at Union Dale Cemetery in Pittsburg, PA.

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  • 10/01/2021

    All of us in Candlelight Court, Order of the Amaranth, loved Sir Knight Bob. He's been missed for a long time, and now we want you to know that we have lost a wonderful member and friend. We send our thoughts and prayers to all the Stillwagon family and friends. He'll remain "Sweet in our Memory."

  • 10/01/2021

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  • 10/01/2021

    I have many great memories of Bob at Eastern Star events. Always with a genuine smile to show that he was glad to see you. He had so much joy and mischievousness to share with the world. I feel lucky that I was able to be a part of his world.

  • 10/01/2021

    Bob was one of my uncles by marriage. I recall his love of photography and he was always devoted to wife and family. Rest in peace

  • 10/01/2021

    As the oldest child and daughter of Robert & Joan Stillwagon's 3 grown-up children,I have lot of fond memories of my Dad. Dad was a very smart man. He had a great sense of humor; always enjoyed funny moments with our family, watching comedy shows & movies. Dad grew up listening to radio shows and watching movies in the theaters. That how Dad came to appreciate drama, comedy, music, dancing, and sports. Plus reading books and newspaper articles. Dad learned how to dance as a boy; he later taught ballroom dancing at an Authur Miller Dance Studio in Pittsburgh, PA after he married my Mom. Dad got his love for the game of golf while working as a golf caddy at Highland Country Club in Pittsburgh, from Jr High School up to his first year in College. The money Dad made from being a golf caddy paid for his Boy Scout activities. Dad would tell me stories about his family and relatives, while he was growing up. The various activities he did while growing up. The valuable advices Dad was given by his drafting instructors, that paved the way to his life long career in drafting & designing with IBM and other companies. I remember going trick or treating with my Dad during my first Halloween in a big apt building in Pittsburgh. One of the neighbors gave Dad a carmel apple, which he ate while we were trick or treating. Another neighbor gave my Dad a drink. There were lot of kids going trick or treating in the Apt Building. When we got back home to our apt, Dad was full from drinking and snacking. While we were trick or treating, Mom made a batch of Carmel Apples for us. Dad didn't feel like eating another Carmel Apple, which made Mom very annoyed with him for eating the neighbor's carmel apple instead of her carmel apple. I remember Dad taking me to my hearing aid appointments while growing up. Dad & Mom would encourage me to be strong and independent, don't let my hearing disability hold me back from doing different activities, like oil painting classes in the 5

  • 10/01/2021

    This message is to convey my deep love for my dad. He always made everything special when he planned any event in my growing-up years. I am grateful that God allowed me to take care of him these last few years. I will miss those times when I would go on long walks with him around some of the parks in Fremont. We were always shopping together and it was usually at Target or New Park Mall, and then our venture ended at a restaurant such as the Classic 50 Diner or Bronco Billy Pizza or the Original Pancake House besides the normal chain restaurants. He would attend church with us and the last time he was physically able to go was February 24th of this year. Then the progression of dementia came at lightning speed unfortunately. Thanking God for blessing his funeral services! He is now resting with the Lord Jesus Christ, smile. LOVE, His daughter Joan Emily Than

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    As a father,he was a giving and loving man, with many talents and hobbies, who dedicated his life to many organizations,you will be missed.

  • 10/01/2021

    I have enjoyed my friendship with the Stillwagons for almost half a century. I'll miss Bob's jovial personality.

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