"What a great life Bob had. You have many fond memories of Bob. A wonderful tribute with the slide show. I'ts been a long road but Bob is finally home. Love Claire & Bob"
In loving memory of
Robert Morse Stiffler
August 24, 1932 - May 30, 2013
Robert "Bob" Morse Stiffler, 81, of Punta Gorda, Fla. passed away peacefully at his home Thursday May 30, 2013 after a long illness. He was born in San Francisco, California, the son of Lester and Lourita Stiffler. He grew up in Seattle, Washington and graduated from the University of Southern California and Michigan State. Having retired from the U.S. Air Force and the State of Maryland, he moved to Punta Gorda from Maryland in 1992. He and his wife retired to Florida to make their boating dreams come true which he was able to do. He also found senior softball and played locally as well as on a traveling team that played in tournaments around the state of Florida and in the World Series. Playing sports was always an important part of his life.
Bob is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Penny Stiffler, his daughter Linda Jean Thomas of Euless, Texas, his son David Lester Stiffler of Costa Mesa, California, daughter Karin Diane Wilson, granddaughters Lauren Jeanette Thomas, Kylee La Rue Wilson, and Delaney Wilson and last but not least, his beloved cat Patches. Bob was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Jim.
A Celebration of Life will be at the Punta Gorda Boat Club at a date yet to be determined. Internment with full military honors will be at the Sarasota National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Bob designated donations be sent to the American Brain Tumor Association , 8550 West Bryn Marr Ave, Suite 550, Chicago, IL. 60631.
Tributes
"Penny, I know Hank guided Bob to heaven and they are watching over us. We had so many special boating and trip memories with you both. Bob's special way of making us smile and laugh will be with us always. One of our favorite persons on earth is in heaven. We have lost a warrior but we have his angel. Love and hugs"
"Penny, It's been quite a long road. I will remember the good times: cruising all over, both on our own boats and on cruise lines. We will remember Bob the way he once was. Larry and Patti"
"Penny and family, I am so sorry to hear about Bob's passing. He will always hold a special place in my heart. My head bopper is now a special angel who will be watching over you all. My thoughts, love & prayers are with you now and always. Love, Mary Agnes "
"Penny, I am so sorry to hear of Bobs passing. Bob will always hold a special place in my heart and I know he will continue to watch over and protect you. If there is anything you need,please call me. Love you. Your family at Silver Sneakers will be here when you are ready to come back.you are in all of our prayers!"
"Penny, so sorry to hear of the passing of Bob, he fought a long an courageous battle, when you are able, contact me and we can get together. "