Posted by Jim Santucci on February 16, 2001:

I wholeheartedly believe that God puts people in our lives who are intended to have a lifelong impact on us. Rob was one of those special people. As first semester plebe year roomates in F3, Rob quickly began to show me the true qualities of friendship, leadership, and living life to the full. For that I am truly grateful. Rob was an incredible friend, husband, father, leader, and soldier. A man who always had a way to lift your spirits. He had a deep understanding of people. A willingness to sacrifice for anyone. I will never forget his love for life, loyalty towards friends, steadfast values, compassionate heart, and true love for family. As we have kept in touch over the years, he has continued to amaze me with his his outstanding leadership abilities and great humility. I believe the acid test of a great leader is how he raises and loves his family. Rob has done an excellent job. As I have had the privelege to support Holly and her children (TJ and Brittany) over the last few days during this incredibly difficult time, what clearly stands out is that Rob was an amazing husband and an awesome father and leader to his children. They are very giving, polite, obedient, fun-loving and confident. They are awesome kids! Rob I salute you. I will strive to follow your example with my own family, and will do all I can to help Holly continue to raise TJ and Britany the way you desired. I will truly miss you Robo. Your friendship is one I will cherish forever. I (we) have lost an incredible friend and America has lost one of its best leaders. I hope that all of us that were impacted by your life and friendship will express our honor to you by imitating your character and heart so that many more people can be touched in the same way. Thank you Robo. I love you. Rest in Peace. Tooch.

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