September 18, 1959 - October 30, 2010
Robert was given the nickname "Squirrel" by Mr. Lee Ona many years ago. His fiery demeanor and open heart made him a much loved presence in San Francisco's Gay Community for many years. Robert enjoyed helping people and he and Pushy Phyllis brought back the Tenderloin Tessie Holiday Dinner Program with the help of their friends.
Robert enjoyed Lee Ona's annual Reno bus trips and the yearly Golden Gate Guard runs. He supported the Imperial Court family and was Royal Baby in 2001. He loved his large family in Foster City and spent every holiday with them and his partner Steve Russell.
He enjoyed watching his nieces and nephews grow up and was proud of their achievements. Nicole, Bobby, Shawn, Kalah and George loved him in return.
Robert and Steve rescued a puppy Pit Shepherd mix named Blue from Rocket Dog Rescue two years ago. Blue slept with him, his partner and their Himalayan cat Alex at every opportunity.
He is survived by his brothers Michael, Donald and Ronald, his nieces and nephews, his Uncle Dawson and his partner Steve Russell.
There will be a celebration of life for Robert at the Gangway on Saturday January 15 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. A party will follow.
Contributions in Robert's name may be made to Tenderloin Tessie Holiday Dinners, PO Box 420631, San Francisco 94142 and Rocket Dog Rescue, PO Box 460826, San Francisco 94146.