"Primo Beto even though I know you are in a better place it doesn't make this any easier.I wish I would have seen you one more time to tell you how much you meant to me but you know what my wish will come true cause I know I'll see you again.Take care Primo & give my Tia a big hug for me"
In loving memory of
Robert Nava Sr.
July 5, 1959 - March 23, 2010
ROBERT NAVA SR. MUSCATINE, Iowa - Robert Nava Sr., 50, of Muscatine, died suddenly on Tuesday, March 23, 2010, at Genesis Medical Center, East Rusholme Street, Davenport. Funeral Service will be 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 28, 2010, at the Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home. Ruben Jara will officiate the service. Casket bearers will be Robert Nava Jr., Jorge Abrego, Sam Nava, Luis Rodriguez, Moses Nava, Richard Nava, Andy DeLaRosa and Frank Cobio. Burial will take place in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, March 26, 2010, and 4 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 27, 2010, at the Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home. Robert was born on July 5, 1959, in San Benito, Texas, the son of Cirilo and Sabastiana Cobio Nava. He married Anita Maria Abrego on March 11, 1976, in Elko, Nevada. She preceded him in death on May 22, 2009. He was a construction worker and a member of the Local Union No. 309. He attended the Jehovah's Witnesses. He enjoyed cooking, especially barbequing. He also enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. Those left to honor his memory include three sons, Robert Nava Jr. and wife, Karla, of Las Vegas, Nevada, Jorge Abrego and wife, Carmen, of Las Vegas, Nevada, and Sam Nava and wife, Melinda, of Muscatine; two daughters, Amanda Rodriguez and husband, Luis, of Moline, Illinois, and Esmeralda Nava of Muscatine; twelve grandchildren; four brothers, Moses Nava, Richard Nava, Andy DeLaRosa, and Frank Cobio; and eight sisters, Alice, Blanca, Christina, Otilia, Nellie, Julie, Mary Lou, and Angie. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and one daughter, Norma Nava.
Tributes
"Hey ROBERT.IM happy you finally got to go home.The last time i talked to you you couldnt wait to see Anna,Norma and MOM.i was being greedy,so i told u to wait.I guess you couldnt wait on LOVE because LOVE comes first.So im HAPPY for u ROBERT cuz i know that your waiting up there for me too.SO i will wait for my time to come, for me to be with you all ,cuz this is only a moment, and a sigh away for me to be with you all in heaven again.I LOVE AND MISS YOU FOREVER "MY BRO AND DAD"... {LOVE OTILIA ORTEGA}"
"My big brother... words cannot begin to express how much i miss you. We were blessed to have you for our brother, you were so kind and loving always giving us advice from the heart and never judging regardless of the wrongs we had done. I take comfort in knowing you are where you belong and with who you belong... i know life was not the same without Anna and you wanted to be with her no matter what but it feels unfair that we were left behind with this empty feeling in my heart because my big brother is gone and i will never hear your voice or laughter again. I have only pictures and my memories of you which are all great because you were such an amazing person. I know your looking down at us with mommy and Anna and Norma and you wouldnt want us crying for you so i try to be strong but its something that will take time cuz i miss you so much i cant stop the tears. Kiss mommy and Anna and Norma for me and tell them i love and miss them very much too.... R.I.P brother."
"Robert i still can not believe you are gone i wish i could of said good bye to you life is TO short.its been hurting ME so much.. i miss you soooo much i wish this was a nightmare. but its not i have to realize your in a better place,all i been doin is regreting that i didnt get to say good bye,but there is nothing i can do or sAy.."BUT REST IN PEACE" i will always miss you,and you will never be forgotten,(LOVE YOU ALWAYS YOUR SISTER MARYLOU LABRA)"
"Tio Beto, I want to start off by saying that you are and will always be missed. You were always very supportive of all things that I did with my life and for that I am greatful. I know that you have found your way back to Tia and you are happy once again, but know that you will never be forgotten. You were always the life of the party and brought laughter and joy to everyone. Say hello to Tia for me and please tell her that she too is sorely missed. Adios tio! Y nunca lo olvidaremos!"
"You were such an amazing big brother! The kind that every1 should have. No judgement, only love. I miss you all ready, but it gives me peace knowing you are in a better place. No more sorrow, only rest. I love you! Farewell...until we meet again. 1 of your lil sisters. Julie"
"(HEY My Big BROTHER)Just wanna let u know how lucky u are to get to see mommy first..And i know life was not the same without your wife Anna & your beautiful daughter Norma!!So im happy for u cuz i know u are in better place I just wish u did'nt have to leave so soon..Im gonna miss u so very much!""LOVE TOUR BABY SISTER ANGIE"""
"(HEY MY BIG BROTHER)Just wanna let u know how lucky u are to get to see Mommy first..And i know life was not the same without your wife Anna & your beautiful daughter Norma!!So im happy for u cuz i know u are in a better place I just wish u did'nt have to leave so soon..Im gonna miss u so very much!""LOVE YOUR BABY SISTER ANGIE""
"Sorry! My sweet primo that I was'nt there in person ,"to say goodbye and until we meet again". My faith tells me you knew I loved you and that my aching heart and thoughts were there. At this time of your departure from this earth may the Lord comfort and strengthen your children and grandchildren,all your wonerful brothers & beautiful sisters and countless nieces & nephews. To his beloved children(family), "Way back in time" as far as I can remember my primo "Beto" he was a nice,quite,gentle soul and as far as I can remember (I was about 9 or 10,when your Daddy married the love of his life "your Mother, Anita") they were unseparable, "always together",she would say something funny and he would be right by her side with a great big smile.You know, when I describe your Dad & Mom to my children it's "a love story" I end up with. May you cherish and honor their memories and may you always remember that you are the continuation of that love. I, along with my husband Pedro Balli & family members cover you with prayers. God Bless you always."
"for my partner in crime your memory lives on in my heart I will miss you dearly! As for the family Sorry for your loss his memory will live on through all of us...love you"
"I love u all the way to Heaven and back..... Missing u always.."
"Sorry! My sweet primo that I was'nt there in person ,"to say goodbye and until we meet again". My faith tells me you knew I loved you and that my aching heart and thoughts were there. At this time of your departure from this earth may the Lord comfort and strengthen your children and grandchildren,all your wonderful brothers & beautiful sisters and countless nieces & nephews. To his beloved children(family), "Way back in time" as far as I can remember my primo "Beto" he was a nice,quite,gentle soul and as far as I can remember (I was about 9 or 10,when your Daddy married the love of his life "your Mother, Anita") they were unseparable, "always together",she would say something funny and he would be right by her side with a great big smile.You know, when I describe your Dad & Mom to my children it's "a love story" I end up with. May you cherish and honor their memories and may you always remember that you are the continuation of that love. I, along with my husband Pedro Balli & family members cover you with prayers. God Bless you always."
"Uncle Robert: I wish I could have gotten to know you better but we rarely saw one another, but the times that you did come to visit were memorable ones. I can still remember how you couldn't bare to be apart from Aunt Anna for more than 10 minutes. You would call her on her cell phone to come back when mom would take her out on one of her shopping sprees looking for the better deals on fruits and veggies. I know you are in Heaven now with the love of your life ( Auntie Anna )and you can finally rest now. Say, "hello" to Grandma and cousin Norma for me. I love you Tio. I will miss you and that infamous smile and laughter of yours. To your Sons and Daughters you leave behind. I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers. I love you all!!! God bless you!"
"Marylou: ill miss you always my big brother. rest in peace. shante: i love you tio ;; so sad to see you go. but even i know your in a better place. tell grandma and eveyone up there i love and miss them all. and yes we will soon meet again."
"Tio Robert, I will miss you alot. You will be missed by very many.We love you and hope you can now meet again with Tia Anna and Norma once again.I love you! To Jorge and Robert Jr.Sammy , Amanda and Esmeralda im so sorry for you guys are going through. I love you guys and pray you will get threw this.."
"Robert, I will miss you so much! I consider myself lucky to have had a brother like you. You were my confidant. You kept me strong when I was getting weak. The advice you gave was from your heart. I knew I could count on you for the truth no matter how much it hurt. Your children were lucky to call you, "DAD". Our love should not be just words & talk. It must be true love which shows itself in action....1 John 3:18 I Love You Big Brother. ......ROBERT "BRIGHT FAME" Trust in the Lord with all thine heart: and lean not unto thine own understanding. Proverbs 3:5"
"SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR DAD. OUR DEEPEST THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. "
"wally i will always have you in my heart my memories of you was dont say lies and your smile as you dance to wally Gonzales to all his sons and daughters you were very lucky to have a DAD like my uncle wally "
"Mi querida Esmeralda: Mis oraciones y ruegos estan para con tigo y toda tu familia en este tiempo tan dificil para ti y los tuyos. Que Jehova Dios te siga haciendo fuerte en todo sentido pero especialmente en sentido espiritual. Nos vemos, Magdalena"
"We are very sorry to hear about your dad's passing. If anyone needs anything please let us know. Our deepest sympathy. Annette and Scott 907 sycamore"