Robert Orlando
November 19, 1925 - February 27, 2015
Obituary
Robert "Bob" George Orlando passed away on February 27, 2015, surrounded by his loving family. Bob was born on Nov. 19, 1925 in Billings, Montana to Angelina and August Orlando and was the youngest of 10 siblings. He is survived by his devoted wife Gladys, daughters Kathy and Connie, son John, son-in-law Charles, grandson Ross, sister Margaret, and many nieces and nephews. Bob was a graduate of Billings Senior High School. In 1943, he played shortstop with the Billings American Legion Post Junior baseball team. He enlisted in the Army and served in France and Germany during World War II. After returning from the war, Bob was employed by the U.S. Post Office. In 1950, he married Gladys Olson from East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and raised his family in Billings. Bob enjoyed playing softball, golf, bowling, and cards and was a member of the Elks Club and American Legion. He was an avid reader and enjoyed writing poems. The Billings Gazette published over 65 of his letters to the editor (Voice of the Reader), several of which received their Golden Pen Award. His friends watched regularly for his submissions. In his retirement years, he was often seen on the golf course. Vigil services will be 5:30 PM Tuesday, March 3, 2014 at Dahl Funeral Chapel. Memorial Mass 10:00 AM, Wednesday, March 4 at Saint Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church. Cremation arrangements are in the care of Dahl Funeral Chapel.
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Pam Pipal
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Hi Gladys! I am sorry to read of your husband's passing. His Letters to the Editor were enjoyable to read and often expressed my views 'to a T'. May each day without Bob get a little easier. Pam Pipal, Gladys' former co-worker in Finance, USBR
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COrlando@Travelers.com
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A year tomorrow since my dad passed away. Thinking of you always Dad and miss you so much. I'm fortunate to have had you for my father and very often have dreams of our family driving on vacation or being together. With Love, your daughter Connie
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John A Orlando
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Linked up the video..... Miss you so much Dad! John
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John A Orlando
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The last time both Mom and Dad Came to Seattle, we listened to this song in my North Bend House, and Dad really liked this song and was dancing around!
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Kathy Barnard
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When Dad came to DC with the WWII Honor Flight, he was really happy to see Charlie and I come meet him at the Lincoln Memorial and we were happy and proud to share in the activities. A family stopped and asked him if he would pose with them for a picture and then thanked him for his service. He was really pleased. He has a beautiful smile.
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Kathy Barnard
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Missing you dear Dad.