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In memory of
Robert "Gruncle Bob" Jerome Leary
Background
The Cousteau Society has been exploring the seas, establishing protected areas for endangered species, and saving and protecting marine life for present and future generations since 1973. Robert has been a donor and a lifetime member since 1979.
Founded in 1888, The National Geographic Society has worked across 140 different countries to protect and preserve wildlife and the natural world both on land and in sea. Robert used to subscribe to the magazine on behalf of all of his sister's grandchildren, so that they could grow up reading and learning about science, history, and nature. He was a lifetime member of the National Geographic Society.
The Sierra Club Foundation has been working since 1960 to solve the climate crisis, protect public lands, develop community programs to get people outdoors more, fight for environmental and social justice, and shift the fossil fuel economy to renewable energy. Robert has also been supporting their efforts and conservation in general for many decades.
Thank you for considering making a donation in his memory to look after the planet he loved so dearly and we all call home.❤ Contribute to Cousteau Custodians Of The Sea
Contribute to National Geographic Society
Contribute to Sierra Club Foundation
Founded in 1888, The National Geographic Society has worked across 140 different countries to protect and preserve wildlife and the natural world both on land and in sea. Robert used to subscribe to the magazine on behalf of all of his sister's grandchildren, so that they could grow up reading and learning about science, history, and nature. He was a lifetime member of the National Geographic Society.
The Sierra Club Foundation has been working since 1960 to solve the climate crisis, protect public lands, develop community programs to get people outdoors more, fight for environmental and social justice, and shift the fossil fuel economy to renewable energy. Robert has also been supporting their efforts and conservation in general for many decades.
Thank you for considering making a donation in his memory to look after the planet he loved so dearly and we all call home.❤ Contribute to Cousteau Custodians Of The Sea
Contribute to National Geographic Society
Contribute to Sierra Club Foundation
All contributions made to National Geographic Society through Ever Loved will be sent with the designation, “Wherever it is needed most”, at Desiree Artesse and John Rearick's request.
All contributions made to Sierra Club Foundation through Ever Loved will be sent with the designation, “Wherever it is needed most”, at Desiree Artesse and John Rearick's request.
Updates
Update from Jan. 3, 2025
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Memories & condolences
My cousin Robert tolerated me kindly and lovingly as his younger brother growing up. He was always very supportive of o…
My cousin Robert tolerated me kindly and lovingly as his younger brother growing up. He was always …
My cousin Robert tolerated me kindly and lovingly as his younger…
When Robert’s sister Janet, my mother, was dying of cancer in 2003, Robert made a big effort to come see her. She was j…
When Robert’s sister Janet, my mother, was dying of cancer in 2003, Robert made a big effort to com…
When Robert’s sister Janet, my mother, was dying of cancer in 20…
William Robert Leary, a second cousin, remembers Bob for a number of things especially his kindness & generosity. One …
William Robert Leary, a second cousin, remembers Bob for a number of things especially his kindness…
William Robert Leary, a second cousin, remembers Bob for a numbe…
My condolences to Robert's family. I first met Robert with my soon to be husband John. I have known Bob for over60 yea…
My condolences to Robert's family. I first met Robert with my soon to be husband John. I have know…
My condolences to Robert's family. I first met Robert with my so…
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Desiree Artesse (Robert's niece) and
John Rearick.
