"Beck, Corbin and Chad, Not a day passes and that we don?t have a memory of Uncle Bob(UB). So many great times with our families together. Forever in our hearts. We love you always UB. Tom, Arlene, Garrett, Andrea, and David."
In loving memory of
Robert Stanger
Robert "Bob" Stanger passed away suddenly in Mesa, Arizona on November 23, 2017. He was born on September 12, 1962 in Chicago, Illinois to Chester and Georgann (Gragido) Stanger.
In 1980, Bob graduated from Schaumburg High School in Schaumburg, Illinois. He excelled as a diver on the swim team. Bob had a passion for flying and earned his private pilot's license in 1982. In 1984, he graduated from Southern Illinois University and started working for Flying Tigers at O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, Illinois. In 1985, Bob moved to California and began working for McDonnell Douglas. While working for McDonnell Douglas, he met his wife, Becky. Bob worked for McDonnell Douglas/Boeing for over 30 years. In 2014, he relocated to Mesa, Arizona as Director of Operations for the Boeing Apache helicopter.
Bob was a loving, devoted husband and father. He lived his life to the fullest. Bob was known for his good looks, smile, intelligence and quick wit. He had a passion for music, cars, traveling, cooking and sports. Bob enjoyed spending his time driving his 1960 Corvette, working in his garage, boating and riding in the desert at the Colorado River. He also enjoyed playing his guitars and piano. Bob had a giving heart; His favorite charities were Wounded Warriors, Ronald McDonald House Charities and Sunshine Acres Children's Home. Bob impacted so many people in his life and will be deeply missed by his family and friends. His passing has truly left a void in all of our lives. Bob will live forever in our hearts and our memories.
Bob was preceded in death by his mother, Georgann. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Becky; his sons Corbin and Chad. Bob leaves his father, Chester, his brothers: Tom, Bill and Kevin, his aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws, nephews, nieces and friends.
Services were held on Saturday, December 2, 2017 at Hansen Desert Hills Mortuary and Cemetery.
Tributes
"We are so sorry to hear this news! You and your family will be in our prayers."
"Our most sincere and heartfelt condolences go out to the Stanger family, our paths crossed briefly while purchasing your home"
"Becky, Corbin and Chad, just today I learned of Bob?s passing. We are sending you our heartfelt condolences. We have so many fond memories of Bob and your family. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you each and every day. Sharon Owen and sons, Jimmy, Daniel and Kevin"
"Nick, Thank you for sharing your memories about Bob."
"Glenn, Thank you for your kind message."
"Mark, Thank you for your memories of Bob."
"Mo, Thank you for your kind message."
"Doug and Julie, Thank you for your kind memories...he was a wonderful, loving husband, father and friend."
"James, Thank you for your kind message."
"Ace, Thank you for your kind words."
"Stephen, Thank you for your kind message."
"Dan, Thank you for your message...he was loved by everyone...he was such a loving man."
"Vanessa, Thank your for your thoughts and prayers."
"Harry, Thank you for sharing your memories of Bob."
"Ruben, Thank you for your thoughtful message."
"Obie, Thank you for your thoughts and prayers."
"Ron, Thank you for your kind message."
"Brian, Thank you for your comforting message."
"Ethel, Thank you for your kind words and prayers."
"Arlene, Thank you for your kind words. He was such a caring man...we miss him so much!"
"Judy, Thank you for your message."
"Christy, Thank you for your thoughts and prayers...we appreciate it."
"Princess, Thank you for your kind message...I thank god that I married such a wonderful and caring husband and father."
"Michael, Thank you for your kind message about Bob."
"Rob, Thank you for taking the time to share your touching message about Bob...it is very comforting to us."
"Steven, Thank you for you kind words about Bob."
"Rocky, Thank you for your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Take care, Becky Stanger"
"Sandra, Thank you for your message. Take care, Becky Stanger"
"Paula, Thank you for your kind words. Take care, Becky Stanger"
"Frances, Thank you for your message. Take care, Becky Stanger"
"Jack, Thank you for your thoughts and prayers...memories of Bob. Take care, Becky Stanger"
"Thank you for your message. Take care, Becky Stanger"
"Stephen and Teresa, Thank you for attending Bob's service...it meant a lot to have you there. Your words bring comfort to us."
"Thank you for your memories and prayers. Take care, Becky"
"Dave and Christine, Thank you for thoughtful message. Take care, Becky"
"Don, Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your memories. Take care, Becky"
"Becky, My thoughts and prayers are with you and boys. I had the great privilege to work with Bob in helping to plan his retirement. He is without question one of the "good guys" in this world. His mind was always amazingly sharp and his thoughtfulness towards his family was very clear. So sorry for your loss------ Nick"
"Thank you for your message...we appreciate it. Take care, Becky"
"Jay, Thank you for taking the time to share your memories of Bob...your words have been such a comfort to us. Take care, Becky"
"We are sad that he is gone, but thank God that he was here. Fabulous guy to work with."
"Becky, Corbin and Chad- I'm so sorry for your loss. I have to tell you that Bob was absolutely my hero. For me, Bob was a man with great integrity, intelligence, strength and courage coupled with a fantastic sense of humor. This made him an easy guy to follow and someone I wanted to emulate as a leader. I worked for him for many years in Long Beach and every single day I felt blessed to be around him. He taught me so much about how to be a leader. He promoted me, mentored me and coached me since the first day I met him. Even after I left Long Beach he continued to be a person I could call and lean on when I needed help or advice. He taught me lessons that I apply everyday in my personal and professional life. I dearly miss the way he could communicate with anyone he encountered with such ease and grace. It didn't matter weather you where a CEO or a new hire, he just had a way to make you feel welcome and important. We marveled at his one-liners, which he delivered at the most opportune times. We loved them so much we started to journal them because we couldn't believe how many he could come up with. I think at one time we had documented about 75 "Stangerisms" as we called them. I will truly miss Bob, he was one of a kind, and someone I will never forget. I'm so glad I had the opportunity to know him and to call him my friend. God Bless............Jay"
"Remember Bob when he was recruited into the twin jet D-509 area. Smart guy for not knowing much about aircraft assembly. He knew how to gather information and make people feel good like he really appreciated them. I must admit, many of us were new to aircraft assembly and learning as well. He was a sign of encouragement. at our 515 meetings we would go through the days results. Some good some bad. Bob was always there to help out in any way he could. If a person can be like that in his/her work environment they must have some appreciation of God and what he wanted us to be like. I don't know his religious background but he saw him as a good and spiritual man. The kind of man God makes a place for."
"My condolences go out to the family Rip mr Stanger"
"Becky and family, Please accept our deepest sorrow for your loss. Bob was a wonderful individual and good friend. He will truly be missed by all who knew him. There are not enough good words to describe Bob. I know Julie and I will always remember him as a class act at work and loving husband at home. May he Rest In Peace."
"We are grateful for your kind words of condolences."
"I worked with Bob on the C-17, he was always a pleasure to work with, a great leader with a smile and respect for all. He was great to work with and travel with. He represented the Program and the Company in the best light. RIP Bob."
"One of the best I knew. RIP Bob."
"He was a class act. Sorry to hear of his passing."
"I worked with Bob briefly, but worked with Tom extensively. Both are great people. My condolences to Bob and Tom's family."
"Our sincere and humbled condolences Becky, Corbin and Chad! Bob was and always will be in the hearts of many!.please come stay wirh us if you need to get away. All our love Stephen and Teresa Jugan ?"
"Bob was a very loved and respected man by all the employees that he worked with at McDonnell Douglas / Boeing , our deepest condolences and prayers go out to you his family"
"My deepest condolences to the Stanger family. My prayers are with you and your family. I worked with Bob on the C-17 program he was excellent leader and a great person. A man of integrity."
"To the Stanger family, My experiences with and around Bob were always very positive and very memorable. I can say that he always had a smile and a good word for all his fellow employees. He will be missed by all the folks at Boeing and McDonnell Douglas that he worked with. My deepest condolences to you all."
"Condolences to the Stanger family. I first met Bob when he was in charge of the customer representatives on our commercial programs. A true leader that will be missed. Rest In Peace, our thoughts and prayers go out to his family."
"My heart goes out to Bob's family. Bob will always be remembered as an outstanding human being. Beyond his accomplishments and an employee of McDonnell Douglas/Boeing he was an outstanding human being."
"When it came to working for an individual at the Boeing aircraft Corporation there was no one better than Bob Stanger a true friend a true boss a great man really sorry for your loss and may God bless you all and keep you all tightly wrapped in his arms"
"Bob Stranger was a great leader - I had the pleasure of being in his organization on the C-17 Program in Long Beach, CA. He was kind and a wonderful role model; I learned a lot from him. I am so sorry for your loss; My condolences and prayers that God will give you comfort during your time of sorrow."
"Bob was a great compassionate guy. When I had my own health issues he reached out to me and wished me well. He always greated you with a smile. RIP Bob Stanger."
"To the Stanger family- So deeply sorry for your loss. May God Bless you & help you through this difficult time."
"Becky & Family. I am so sorry to hear the passing of Bob. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your sons and this very difficult time. May Bob Rest In Peace."
"Hi Becky, I am praying for your strength, and comfort at this time. May God give you a peace that surpasses all understanding, and an unspeakable joy in your heart. as weeping endures through a night, joy always comes in the morning. I thank God that both of you always had each other, and I remember when you both got together. What a joyous time, and what a blessing. Bob was one of my first managers in building 13, and I will miss him. Love you, Princess Green"
"Becky and Family, although I never got to meet you directly I felt like I knew you through many, many conversations Bob and I had over the years. I had a lot of respect for Bob and learned a great deal from him both inside of Boeing and life in general. He was a great person, a great friend and someone that I will dearly miss. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you."
"Bob wasn?t just a great neighbor at the river, he was one of my best friends! My family so enjoyed the time we spent with Bob and Becky, Corbin and Chad. Our families did everything together while at the river?boating, riding in the desert, happy hours with our family and friends, and so much more. I?m devastated and we?ll all miss him. He was truly a special man. ?River Bob? (I called him ?River Bob? to distinguish him from the other Bob?s I know) lived across the street from me and he was always working on something in the garage with the stereo on. When I needed to get his attention, I would yell from across the street ?RIVER BOB!? Well, here?s one last shout out to ?RIVER BOB!? We?ll always remember you and we?ll never forget you."
"I did not get to spend as much time with Bob as possible. He came to Mesa and eventually went out on medical. He was always a great man to be around and had a contagious smile. I am happy I got to meet him and work with him though brief. Prayers for his family as I know they will miss him."
"My heart goes out to the family and friends of Bob he will be missed by all God Bless"
"My Condolences To the Stanger Family My Thoughts And Prayers Are With You All it was a pleasure working with Bob as his lead on the MD 80 line in department 509 for McDonnell Douglas Bob was a smart young man and grew fast with the company you will be truly missed."
"Bob was a good man, Rest In Peace. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family"
"So very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. During the 7 years I worked in Production under Bill Stryker, Bob was one of the best up and coming Managers and one of Stryker's favorites. Especially remembered for his positive attitude and ready smile. Keeping the Stanger family in prayer for God's comfort and peace."
"What a great and caring sweet man. What a great loss to everyone who had the pleasure of working with him"
"My deepest syphampy to the family of Bob Stanger he was a wonderful person and will be missed by many. God Bless you all may you find strength to go on."
"Becky, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your boys. I cannot tell you how much respect I have Bob. He was a wonderful person, go gracious to my son, and someone I always wanted on my team. I even tried to get him to come to Cessna to work for me but I could not get him to leave CA. It is so rewarding to see everyone that ever worked for him has nothing but glowing comments. I am blessed to have known Bob. He will always be remembered. Jack"
"My sincerest condolences to the Stanger Family. I worked with Bob on the C-17 Program and he was a remarkably kind man and a true leader."
"My prayers to the family. Bob was the best remember all the good talks we had in the carpet shop. He will truly be missed. He a in heaven. RIP Bob"
"Our most sincere and heartfelt condolences go out to the Stanger family. Bob was a great man and he will be deeply missed."
"My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I worked for Bob for a number of years and was honored to have known him."
"I worked with Bob for two years in the 90s in Long Beach. One of the finest people I?d ever had the pleasure to have known. He will be missed by all."