Robert D. Lawler Jr.

Robert D. Lawler Jr.

December 22, 1963 - April 09, 2020
Mission Viejo CA

Robert D. Lawler Jr.

December 22, 1963 - April 09, 2020
Mission Viejo CA

Obituary

On Thursday, April 9, 2020, Robert D. Lawler (Bob), loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away at age 56.

Bob was born on December 22, 1963, in Chicago, IL to Robert and Mary Lou (Fitzpatrick) Lawler. Bob was 12 years old, when his family relocated to Hattiesburg, MS. After Bob graduated from high school, he joined the United States Marines where he served his country for 10 years achieving the rank of Sergeant. While in the Marines, he met his loving wife, Deborah White, who was also a United States Marine. After his years of service, Bob was honorably discharged. On November 23, 1991, Bob and Debbie were married and started their family in Southern California where they raised their two daughters, Alyssa and Lindsey.

Bob had a passion for cooking, fishing, camping, and gardening. He loved to combine his hobbies by creating meals to entertain family and friends with the fish he caught, vegetables he grew and meat he smoked in “Bertha,” his beloved smoker. Bob will best be remembered by his gregarious personality, quick wit, infectious smile, generosity and gatherings at his home to celebrate family and countless friendships. Bob’s relationships were vast and it can be said that when in public, he never met a stranger. Bob lived life large and each day as if it were his last. Bob will forever be missed and never forgotten.

Bob was preceded in death by his father, Robert. He is survived by his wife, Debbie, daughters, Kelsey, Alyssa (Abie), and Lindsey, and his grandchildren, Logan and Lexi, his mother, Mary Lou, his twin sister Angela (Thomas), sisters Janice and Margaret (Doug), brother Daniel, and countless nieces, nephews and cousins.

Burial services to follow at El Toro Memorial Park located at 25751 Trabuco Road, Lake Forest, CA 92630. A celebration of life will take place directly following the burial at Bob’s home.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Bob’s name to the Wounded Warrior Project:
https://communityfundraising.woundedwarriorproject.org/campaign/In-Memory-of-Robert-Lawler

 

 

Graveside Service

  • Date & Time: May 1, 2020 (1:00 PM)
  • Venue: El Toro Memorial Park
  • Location: 25751 Trabuco Road Lake Forest, CA 92630 - (Get Directions)
  • Phone Number: (949) 951-9102

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36 responses to Robert D. Lawler Jr.

  1. Grace Kelly says:

    Rest In Peace. My deepest condolences.

    1. My deepest condolences to all of you.

    2. My deepest condolences to all the family and friends … Take Care

  2. My condolences…he was a great guy.

  3. We are so very sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. Our deepest sympathy to you Debbie and family. Bob was one of the nicest men, I know. He was so much fun and generous. We have so many fond memories spending a week with you all!
    Love and lots of prayers. Rest in peace Bob!! .Linda and Tom Pospichal, cousin from Valrico, Fl.

  4. My dearest Deb,
    I am so sorry for your loss! It seems like yesterday you were both here for our 20th reunion and Bob was handing out cigars to all the guys! May you be blessed with many happy memories to see you through this difficult time!
    Stay well and much love to you and your family.
    Lynn MacGregor

  5. Raymond Bond says:

    Robert was a great friend, classmate and a great person. He took the hardest lick i ever saw on the football field. Even though i hadnt seen him much since school he will be missed.

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