Robert Esplen
1956-01-24 2008-06-2252 of Canonsburg, died unexpectedly Sunday, June 22, 2008, in Canonsburg General Hospital. He was born January 24, 1956, in Pittsburgh. Bob was Vice President of Sales for Dell Fastener, Corp. He was a member of St. Patrick Church. Bob enjoyed traveling with his wife Anna, working on their farm and spending time with his family and friends and going to the beach. And also his pets. He was a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, uncle, godfather, son-in-law, brother-in-law, co-worker and friend to all he knew. On July 6, 1999 he married Anna Sorace, who survives. Also surviving are three children, Rachel, Ryan and Brandon, five grandchildren and ten nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at SALANDRA FUNERAL SERVICE, INC., Joseph P. Salandra owner/supervisor, 304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, on Tuesday, June 24, 2008 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM and on Wednesday, June 25, 2008 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM and 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A Blessing Service will be held at 9: 30 AM in the funeral home followed by Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, June 26, 2008 at 10:00 AM in St. Patrick Church. Interment will follow in Queen of Heaven Cemetery, McMurray. Family suggest donations be made to American Heart Association in memory of Robert.
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Bob and I had gone to school together since the first grade and we also had homeroom together and he would just light up the room. We use to play tennis together in the summer and every once in a while he let me win a game. A big smile, a gentlemen and just a great guy.
tribute by Becky FrischBob and I were very good friends in high school. I was so sorry to hear of his passing. He was a great friend and one helluva tennis player!
tribute by Marshall BrownSo sad to hear of Bobs passing. He certainly was a part of my high school experience. A very friendly guy who had an uncanny ability to cross boundaries and bring different people together.
tribute by Frank FalvoBob was part of the tapestry that was my high school years. Such a shock and very sad.
tribute by Patty DrevenI went to St Bernard's with Bob. I didn't know he passed away. So sad.
tribute by Ed moriBob was a solid friend, and nice guy. I still remember playing tennis with him at one of the junior highs during the summer. I know no details about his passing, but remember him well.
tribute by Cliff Green