Robert Francis Tobey
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Robert Francis Tobey

  • February 14, 1941 - January 24, 2012
  • Metairie, Louisiana
  • In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to John Calvin Presbyterian Church, 4201 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, Louisiana 70006.
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“The Tobey Family: Bob was one of the finest men we have ever known. It was a great honor having been a part of his life for many years. I have always...Read More » ”
1 of 7 | Posted by: Jake Dychtwald - Covington, LA

“Uncle Bob, you will be missed. Your quiet presence, upbeat attitude will always be thought of in the coming. years.. toni ”
2 of 7 | Posted by: Toni Wright - BATON ROUGE, LA

“Bob, you were a great friend, devoted husband and father and one darn good skier. I am going to miss having my skiing buddy accompany me down those...Read More » ”
3 of 7 | Posted by: Dr. Frank Martello - New Orleans, LA

“Dear Tobey Family, Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of Mr. Bob Tobey, who was always a kind Christian man. sincerely, Stan...Read More » ”
4 of 7 | Posted by: Stan Kottemann, Jr. - Metaire, LA

“Our friend Bob Tobey leaves a lasting impression on us as being kind, strong upholding family man and leader in his church community. Precious...Read More » ”
5 of 7 | Posted by: Hal and Jean Sproul - Tuscaloosa, AL

“So sorry to hear about Bob and want you to know that your dedication and loyalty and love through all his illness is an inspiration to us all. God...Read More » ”
6 of 7 | Posted by: Peg Fernandez - Metairie, LA

“The entire staff at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home wishes to express their sincere condolences. ”
7 of 7 | Posted by: Jeanne St. Upery, Funeral Director


Robert Francis Tobey passed away at Tulane Medical Center after a courageous battle with leukemia on Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at the age of 70. Bob was born on February 14, 1941, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to the late Leola Huckabay and Edward Drake Tobey. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Evelyn Mele Tobey, and his two children, Mark Robert and Laura Quintero, his son-in-law, David A. Quintero and two adored granddaughters, Ashley Elizabeth and Alison Catherine Quintero. He is also survived by his brother, Edward Marcy Tobey; two sisters-in-law, Janice Wright and Diane Tobey; two nieces, Sheri Maza and Toni Wright; and two nephews, Scott and Tim Tobey.

Bob grew up in Shreveport and graduated from Byrd High School. He received his Bachelor of Science from LSU and was an active member of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity. After serving as an officer in the United States Army he moved to Houston, Texas where he worked at Cameron Iron Works. In 1976, Bob and his family moved to Metairie. He was employed by Ruiz & Mele, Inc. where he later served as president. He was an active member and elder at John Calvin Presbyterian Church.

Bob enjoyed traveling, snow skiing, gardening and American cut glass. He served on the board of the American Cut Glass Association and was an officer of the local chapter.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. on Saturday, January 28, 2012 at 2:00 PM. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation will be from 12:00 PM until time of service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to John Calvin Presbyterian Church, 4201 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, Louisiana 70006.