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Robert W. Barron Sr.

August 26, 1940 — December 4, 2023

Robert W. Barron, 83 years of age of Tamaqua, Pennsylvania passed away on Monday, December 4, 2023 at St. Luke's Carbon Campus in Lehighton, Pennsylvania

Born Monday, August 26, 1940 in Coaldale, Pennsylvania the son of the late Robert G. Barron, and Mary (Nichols) Barron - Munichiello. Bob was also predeceased by; daughters, Jennifer E. McArdle; grandson, Joshua R. McArdle; sister, Margaret H. Sullivan; brother, Carl Barron; step father, George V. Munichiello

Surviving are; his wife of 56 years, Judith (Felker) Barron; son, Robert W. Barron, Jr. and his wife Tonia of Tamaqua; grandchildren, Justin E. McArdle and his companion Desiree Cramer, Alexander, and Nicholas Barron great grandchildren, Emily, Hunter,Ember,Lyrik, Malachi.

A 1958 graduate of the former Coaldale High School, matriculating to Stephens Trade School to be trained as a machinist. Bob served honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Bob retired from I.C.I explosive in Reynolds after a 34 year career. He was an avid sportsman, and fan. Bob enjoyed fishing, watching the Yankees, Philadelphia Eagles, and college basketball. Bob's constant companion was his dog Mylo.

Private arrangements entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550

Memorials in his name to:
Tamaqua/Carbon American Cancer Society
33 West Ridge Street
Lansford, Pennsylvania 18232

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com
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