Robert E. Westaby of Huntingdon Valley, PA died suddenly on Saturday, November 16, 2013, while working at his mother-in-law’s home in Churchville. He was 69.

He was the beloved husband of Joyce Homan Westaby for the past 44 years.

Born in Gary, Indiana, he was the son of the late Stephen and Frances Smith Westaby.

Bob was a resident of Huntingdon Valley for the past 45 years. He was a graduate of Council Rock High School, Class of 1963. Bob retired in 1996 after being employed for over 33 years as a Systems Analyst for US Steel Company at the Fairless Hills plant.

Bob was very handy and enjoyed working around his home and would always find a project for the winter months. He was never without his faithful companion, Bear, who is a golden retriever dog.

In addition to his beloved wife, Bob is survived by his son Stephen E. Westaby and his wife, Daisy, and his daughter Kimberley Westaby-Danner. He is also survived by 3 devoted granddaughters.

Relatives and friends are invited to call on Saturday, November 30, 2013, from 11:30 AM until his Memorial Service 12:30 PM at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Road (at Holland Road), Richboro, PA 18954. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Red Cross, 2300 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103.