Robert Leroy DeSilva
February 26, 1942 — March 3, 2016
Robert “Stretch” Leroy DeSilva
A Very Nice Fellow -
Robert “Stretch” Leroy DeSilva, age 74, of Carlisle, and formerly of Mechanicsburg, died at Claremont Nursing and Rehab Center on Thursday, March 3, 2016. Bob was born on Thursday, February 26, 1942, in Carlisle to the late James Milton DeSilva and Mary Elizabeth (Evinger) DeSilva. In addition to his parents, Bob is preceded in death by his daughter, Michelle Thompson and his brother, Lawrence DeSilva.
Bob’s survivors include his loving sister, Frances DeSilva of Dillsburg; his daughter, Carolyn; his five grandchildren: Austin, Nicholas, Carley, Brian, Zabrina; and several nieces and nephews.
Bob attended Cumberland Valley High School. He retired from UPS in 2007, after working in tracking and sorting. Bob liked baseball, fishing, dancing, and shooting pool. Bob was quite the people person; he had a deep love and devotion to his kids.
All are welcome to join Bob’s family at his gathering of family and friends on Monday, March 7, 2016, from 3:00 p.m. until time of the closing ceremony at 4:00 p.m. at Myers - Buhrig Funeral Home and Crematory, 37 East Main Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055. Burial in Rolling Green Cemetery in Camp Hill will be private.
Contributions in celebration of Bob’s life can be made to Pinnacle Health Cardiovascular Institute, 1000 North Front Street, Wormleysburg, PA 17043.
Bob’s family has entrusted his care to Myers – Buhrig Funeral Home and Crematory in Mechanicsburg, (717) 766-3421. Read Bob’s full obituary, view his picture, and sign his official guest book at www.Myers-Buhrig.com .