Robert Corcoran Pegnam, Jr.
December 11, 1937 - December 19, 2009
Obituary
Robert Corcoran Pegnam, Jr. age 72 of Bellevue, died unexpectedly December 19. Robert is survived by his wife of 47 years, Bonnie; sons, Robert Lorraine and John Tina Pegnam; granddaughters, Kristina and Samantha; mother, Marjorie Card; brothers, Richard Elaine and Peter Janet Pegnam. Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, January 2, 2010 at noon at St. Madeline Sophie Catholic Church, 4400 130th Pl SE , Bellevue, WA. Reception will follow at the church. He was a graduate of Providence College, R.I. He built most of Port of Seattle’s early container cranes. He was hired as V.P. of Operations at Global Terminal and Containers, Inc. N.J. Largest privately owned container port in the U.S. Known throughout the crane industry as an expert in his field he started his own business R.C. Pegnam and Associates, building, modifying, repairing and moving container cranes all over the world. He was respected for his intelligence, integrity and professionalism. We all learned so much from his thoughtful and problem solving approach to situations. He excelled at finding solutions where others thought there weren’t any. Devoted Loving Father and Husband.
We are so sorry to hear of your loss and wished we had known. We would have certainly attended the services. Fortunately, my sister saw the news in the paper and sent it to us. I have been trying to get your address so I could send a card but it was not in the baseball files at BCC. Please feel free to email me at the above address. Again, we are so sorry for your loss, he was far too young and I am sure, still had so much to give to family, especially grandchildren. Take care, our thoughts are with you all.
We are saddened to hear of Bob’s passing and sorry we knew him for such a short time. Bob and Bonnie were very gracious in welcoming us as their new Vashon neighbors. We will miss him.
I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you. I work with Bob for past 12 years, he was a great man. He will be missed personally and in business circles here in Vancouver.
Dear Bonnie & family,
We were quite surprised to hear about Bob since we just rec’d your Christmas card and family update. Please accept our sincerest condolences. With our love & prayers. Marilyn & Skip
I would like to send my sincerest sympathy to you and your family. I was so very sorry to hear of your loss. May God comfort you during this difficult time.
Karen Wayne
GOLDEN Specialty, Inc.
Co-worker of Son Bob Pegnam
Bob was an outstanding next door neighbor, and will be very much missed. He helped me solve a lot of house maintenance and construction issues, with his amazing knowledge ‘database’! We will miss him on Gold Beach
Bob was one of the most enjoyable people I ever worked with and never new the word quit. He was a task master at solving problems and getting things done. His first priority was his family and was a great person to have in you corner. Sheri & I were just wondering how he was doing and then we saw he went to meet his maker. May God bless him and his family.
Bill and I have many memories of such good times, starting at 51st. Our kids grew up together , we had many trips to New Jersey, and recently Vashon. Our love to you Bonnie and the boys. We are so sorry for your loss and ours.
May you find strength and peace in the memories of your loved one and in the support of those who care about you. With Deepest Sympathy