Birth date: Dec 22, 1924 Death date: Jul 25, 2015
Robert Emil Siebeking was born on December 22, 1924 in Clifton, New Jersey, to Robert Gustav Siebeking and Augusta Wilkie Siebeking. Robert passed quietly into the Lord’s presence in Ashburn, Virginia on July 25, 2015. He was 90 y Read Obituary
Dad - Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!! I miss you so much!!
Love,
Your daughter Joan
I only heard nice things said about Mr. Siebeking. Whenever I was in his company I understood why. He was a gentleman and a dear soul. He will be missed.
May 1974, Sunset Lodge, Rose Cottage, Christmas Cottage, boxwood, Necco wafers, Ice Cream Sandwich, "Rambling Rose of the Wild Woods", Thanksgiving pageants, breakfast time, snack time, lunch time, snack time and "attitude adjustment hour", dinner time, snack time, Peugeots and Saabs, walking Holly Ridge golf course, fires in the fireplace even when it wasn't cold, smell of a pipe, many many trips to the grocery store, Bayberrys, Whimpy's, Daniel Webster Inn, Quail Hollow, Valentine's Day roses, snoring so loud he would shake the house, nap time, Snake Pond, Greenbriar Jam kitchen, The Earl of Sandwich, pickled pigs feet, Foster's Beer, head cheese, knockwurst, long stories,
"a brick house on roller skates", able to give a joke and take a joke, combing his bald head, rubbing his Budda belly, "A Cape Cod Day", riding mower, appreciation of the simple things, little cereal boxes, love for his grandchildren...
He was a big man with a even bigger presence
He was loved and will be missed...
Susan, Julie and Jill
Words are inadequate to express what Bob Siebeking (my father in law) meant to me. He was a man bigger than life, with a heart of gold, a quick wit and great sense of humor, and deep love for his family. I thought of him as my second dad and have known him for almost half a century, since high school. I distinctly recall when planning my wedding to his oldest son Robert John, that we had to come up with the bridal party. Asking Rob who he wanted for his Best Man, he readily replied his father. I told him that was not typical but he said that was who he wanted because his father was his best friend. I was so touched. He readily welcomed me to his family and as we settled only a couple miles away and began our family, it became a Sunday tradition to stop by after church and then stay and have Sunday dinner. It would be a long day but a good one as the kids even took their naps while I helped Grandma prepare the food and Grandpa and my husband watched TV, chatted, etc. Such good bonding time and sweet memories. It was such a blessing to have my three children grow up to have grandparents so close and loving. Bob, Dad, Grandpa was a big part of family get togethers and many memories will forever be etched of all the gatherings at Uncle Bud and Aunt Louise’s house with extended families present. Grandpa could always be found socializing and telling stories while enjoying the abundant food. He was so very proud of all his children and grandchildren and even in his last days brightened at the sight of his great grandchildren who came to visit. His generosity to his family was evident in many ways. When my family moved to Jacksonville, FL, he made detailed plans to visit and treat the whole family to a Disney vacation (something we had not experienced). Again we made memories not soon forgotten. Recently I ran across his letter to us, written before that trip in 1988, outlining his plans and anticipation. What a treasure as he was not a frequent letter writer. Spoiling his grandchildren at the Cape was his cup of tea – frequent trips to Snake Pond where he would show off his bravery by swimming and floating in the ice cold water and then watching the kids in the sand at the shore – followed by a cookout on the backyard grill. There are too many memories to record but suffice it to say, he leaves a big hole in my heart and I look forward to seeing him in Heaven. Goodbye for now Dad – I love you so much.
Cheryl Siebeking- daughter in law
As I read my sister Joan's memories about Dad it reminds me of what an incredible man he was...giving in so many ways. He worked hard to provide for his family and was so proud when his three children became the first generation to complete college. He made lots of sacrifices, and his family always came first. He was selfless and while he could be stern, he always made us feel loved.
As a kid and later as an adult, I did many things that he may not have not seen "eye to eye" on with me, but I know he always tried to understand my prospective and never judged me. He could be serious but he could also be a clown and jokester and that's when his blue eyes twinkled the most!
Thanksgiving was always the big family holiday that was shared with my Aunt Louise, Uncle Bud and their family. As we got older and went our own ways, Thanksgiving was still important, and family members traveled from around the country to get back to Maryland. The group was so large that it always required two turkeys. Aunt Louise made one and Dad would get up early Thanksgiving morning to make the other. Dad loved to experiment with his stuffing.... They were different every year. The one we still talk about was the year he added "prunes". I think you know where this is "going".... The line at the bathroom door was endless, and no one knew for days what had happened...except for Dad!
The last several months have not been easy ones for Dad.. I will miss him, but know he is in a much better place.
Love You Always, your son....Dave
