Robert “Bob” Hanlon Jr,, 68, of Laramie, died Monday, January 25, 2016 at Ivinson Memorial Hospital. He was born March 30, 1947 in Greensburg, PA to Robert M. and Mary Louise (Watkins) Hanlon Sr.
After high school Bob attended Penn State until going into the United States Air Force, where he was stationed in North Dakota and then F.E. Warren Air Base in Cheyenne for 10 years and eventually making his way to Laramie, where he was a University of Wyoming Police Officer for 28 years until retiring as Sergeant. He also retired from the Wyoming Army National Guard as a Sergeant First Class.
Bob married Mary Jane Babinsack on June 8, 1968 in Freeport, Pennsylvania and together they had two children.
Bob knew everything there was to know about guns making him quit the gun enthusiast, with that knowledge he belonged to the Laramie Rifle Range and a former member of the Laramie Pistol Range. He also enjoyed playing in his tractor and fishing. Bob’s greatest joy was spending time with his children and grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his father, Robert M. Hanlon Sr.
Bob is survived by his mother, Mary Louise Hanlon of Leechburg, PA; his wife, Mary Hanlon of Laramie, WY; his children, Robert M. Hanlon III (Brenda) of Laramie, WY, and Jamie Walker of Laramie, WY; his grandchildren, Dannielle Hensley, Amber Hanlon, Kristin Hanlon, Sean Walker, and Justin Walker; his great grandchildren, Blayden, Emma, Easton, Anna, and Qiyana. He is also survived by his brother, Larry Hanlon (JoAnn) of Apolo, PA; and his niece, Gina Oslick (Tommy) of Pennsylvania.
Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m Wednesday February 3, 2016 at Montgomery-Stryker Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Harmony Cemetery with Military honors by the Laramie Veterans Honor Guard and the Wyoming National Guard.
14 Comments To "Robert M Hanlon Jr."
#1 Comment By Les Ommen On March 8, 2016 @ 4:26 pm
I was sorry to hear Bob passed away. We ran the dump platoon together in the 133rd Engineers. He was a true friend, reliable, responsible, trustworthy, and someone to talk to that you knew would tell you the truth. He also was very practical and helped solve the numerous problems and situations that would arise in an army environment. I also would see him in his UW police vehicle and we would chat on occasion. He was a great man and I miss him. Les Ommen
#2 Comment By Mary Ann Bivens On March 8, 2016 @ 4:26 pm
Was sorry to read about Bob, prayers are with you & your family today. With the cold weather & snow I can not make it to the services, but will call you in a week or so, or call me.
#3 Comment By John & Susan Stover On March 8, 2016 @ 4:27 pm
Mary, so sad to learn of Bob’s passing. May your family find comfort in the knowledge of a life well lived and Bob’s love for them. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
#4 Comment By Randy RUTKOWSKI On March 8, 2016 @ 4:27 pm
MaryJane and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved husband. I wish I had known you lived in Larime! I used to fly there, recreat and just pass through. It would have been nice to connect!
I lived a few miles away in Fort Collins and Loveland. Oh well, I can only imagine the loss but remember the life and not the passing!
Randy Rutkowski
#5 Comment By Jane Cole On March 8, 2016 @ 4:27 pm
Love, thoughts and prayers for you and your family. We wish we could be there for you. We are here when you need us.
#6 Comment By Barb Spohn Beale On March 8, 2016 @ 4:28 pm
Mary Lou I am so sorry for your loss. He will always be with you in your heart & your memories. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
#7 Comment By Carolyn Brown On March 8, 2016 @ 4:28 pm
Mary and family, Condolences to you and family for your loss of Bob. Remembering our fun times on base. (((Hugs to all))) Carolyn
#8 Comment By Anne Crocco On March 8, 2016 @ 4:28 pm
Mary, I am sorry to hear of your loss. I have never forgotten you or Bob. May he rest in peace.
Anne Soule’ Crocco
#9 Comment By Thomas Sliviak On March 8, 2016 @ 4:29 pm
Mary Louise; Mary, Bob, & Jamie; Larry; and families: My sincere condolences to you in your loss.
#10 Comment By Vickie Snyder, Larry Snyder and Anthony Spadola On March 8, 2016 @ 4:29 pm
Rip Bob. You will be missed by all who knew you.
#11 Comment By AJ On March 8, 2016 @ 4:29 pm
My deepest sympathy to Bob’s family. Death is really an enemy we can’t win. But it is heart-warming to know that we can pour out our feelings to God who promises to comfort our hearts. (2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17) May you find hope and peace through God’s promise of resurrection. (John 5:28, 29)
#12 Comment By Michelle Collins On March 8, 2016 @ 4:30 pm
Prayers to your family, Bob will definitely be missed. Hugs for all.
#13 Comment By Carol Pooler On March 8, 2016 @ 4:30 pm
Mary & Jamie,
My prayers & sincerest condolences go out to you both and your family. Bob was always so kind and his smile and laugh will be missed!
#14 Comment By Mary Lou Wilson On March 8, 2016 @ 4:31 pm
Love and prayers to you and your family Mary Jane. Wish I could be there with you.