Robert “Bob” Waddington, Jr., 89, of Alajuela, Costa Rica, died November 26, 2020, in a Colorado Springs, CO hospital surrounded by his family. Bob was born in New London, CT, to the late Robert Waddington Sr. and Olga Mobouck Waddington on September 13, 1931. He grew up on Fishers Island, New York, and graduated from Fishers Island High School in 1949. Following high school, he joined the US Air Force, serving honorably from 1950 to 1954. Bob had many different vocations throughout his life, from a lobster/fisherman, carpenter, plumber, an accomplished weaver, model builder, woodworker, and most importantly, businessperson. Anything Bob’s eyes could see his hands could do. He formerly owned and operated the Island Lanes/Lounge, Metro Plumbing/Solar, and Metro Rental. Bob lived in Aquebogue, New York, and moved to the Outer Banks of North Carolina in 1990. Following his retirement, he moved to Costa Rica, where he enjoyed sailing, baking, cooking, weaving blankets, and gardening. He was a proud member of the RC airplane club, where he flew his model planes. Bob was a Master Mason.
He is survived by his wife, Dennys Waddington, two daughters, Heidi W. Cowell (Michael) of Berkley, MA, and Renee Waddington Barritt of Kill Devil Hills, NC; three sons, David Waddington (Leigh) of Waterford, CT, Robert Waddington, III (Whitney) of Kill Devil Hills, and Renze Waddington (Liz) of Colorado Springs, Co. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren, David Waddington, Jr, Sumer Miyashiro, Adam Waddington, Katey Waddington, Kasha Cowell, Dakota Cowell, Bert Waddington, Joseph Waddington, Virginia Waddington, Caroline Waddington, Georgia Waddington, Ivey Graeme, and Austin Barritt, 10 great-grandchildren, Anna, Ava, Chandler, Emma, Liv, Ryder, Rue, Brock, Levi, and Ronni. Also, Bob is survived by his brother, Peter Waddington (Susan) of Mount Pleasant, SC. He was preceded in death by his son, Michael Waddington, a sister, Joan W. Graves, and a brother, David Waddington.
Due to the restrictions associated with the Covid-19 Pandemic, no formal visitation or memorial service will be held at this time. Notification of public service will be announced later. Bob will be buried next to his son, Michael, in the Fishers Island Cemetery Secretary in Fishers Island, NY.
Twiford Funeral Homes, Outer Banks is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.TwifordFH.com.
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Kathy Schmitz
So sorry for your loss Renze and all your girls. Your Dad was larger than life. Your adventures in Costa Rico are lifelong memories. He lived his best life….
Love for peace and healing
Uncle Nick and Aunt Kathy
Carlos Coto & Family
An excellent person, funny and very caring about others. Such a good example for everyone to live life to the fullest and that age doesn’t matter for anything. We will always remeber you with love and gratitude. Our condolences to the family. R.I.P Bob.
Jim Stone
Rest in Peace Bob.
Jim Davis
Bob will truly be missed as he was definitely a member of the “greatest generation.” Bob had so much personality and character which beamed from his spirit. I first met Bob when he owned the business Metro Rental in Kill Devil Hills and also the Roanoke Island Yacht Club (now the Colington Yacht Club). Bob and I had a couple of interests together which were sailing and radio control airplanes.
Bob, I will really miss you and I am so happy that I got to know you! God Bless you and your family! Jim
Dick Denton
My condolence to the family. Bob was a good friend when he lived in Dare County. I lost track of him when he moved away. He was a man of many talents and a most interesting personality. He and his family were instrumental in helping start the Roanoke Island Presbyterian Church in Manteo.
Karl Daniels
Rob,
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. I always enjoyed our conversations and his zest for life’s adventures.
May he rest in peace.
Debi Glidden
I am so sad to hear the passing of Bob….
He was the Best !!! So many fond memories of him , Dennys and his entire family…
My Love goes out to all…
He will be sadly missed..
DANA SUMMERELL
Jimmie and I will forever miss Bob but are also so grateful for the friendship formed. Bobs ingenuity and creativity will never be matched! The trips to Costa Rica to stay with Bob and Dennys will always be amongst our best memories. Rest easy Bob until we meet again! Love and prayers to ypu all…
Jimmie and Dana Summerell
Kristi Sawyer-Burke
Sending good vibes to the family.
Amanda Breig
It is with a heavy heart that I send my condolences along with tears for your family. Bob was a wonderful man and a wonderful friend and the world will join me as I remember him always as a friend who cared deeply. Hopefully he is joining Al and enjoying peace. I’ll miss his comforting calls. God bless
Sandra Coleman
To all Bobs family, I just found out today that Bob passed away on Thanksgiving day. He had called this summer to say he was coming back to the US to live out in Colorado. We were looking forward to seeing him again. My deceased husband Pete and Bob were good friends and my son Paul and I will miss “crazy” Bob. No one can fill his giant shoes. I still have the pillow and blanket that Bob wove on his loom for me. He could do anything: loom beautiful blankets as well as build fire places, plumb your house and actually build you a house! Bob was also a successful business man. He had a good heart and was kind and generous. He loved America. I will miss him, and my children Paul, Pam and Janet will as well. Rest in heaven Bob.