Linda and Family I was deeply saddened to hear of Bob’s passing from Fergie last week. Bob was one of the finest men I’ve ever known. I spent many, many hours on foot patrols and ambushes with Bob along the DMZ and other locations in the Quan Tri Province. Bob was a natural born leader that lead by example. Bob’s first assignment was as a grunt and M60 gunner, he was very brave, smart and self Motivated so it didn’t take him long to become part of the leadership team. When he became a Track Commander he became a teacher and his crew became a well oiled machine

It was in Fall of 1970 that I first met Bob Kerin. We were stationed together in Quang Tri Provence, Vietnam with the United States Army assigned to 1st Platoon, A Troop 4th Cavalry, 12th Squadron, 5th Mechanized Infantry. We spent many, many days in the field. A Troop served as a blocking force, security or on search and destroy missions. One of our major missions was in the Spring of 1971 supporting the South Vietnamese Army in their invasion of Laos to cut off the supply routes on the Ho Chi Minh Trail. We would setup up on defensive positions on hills along Route 9 leading to Khe Sahn Fire Base and into Laos. We took plenty of enemy fire and put out even more. Bob and I went on many foot patrols together. Most of the time he carried the M60 machine gun with at least four belts of ammo wrapped around both shoulders, plus grenades and more. Bob took his job seriously and never complained about all that extra weight he carried. He was a warrior, an excellent machine gunner and could lay down some fire. We became good friends during a difficult time in our lives. Bob was thoughtful, soft spoken and very brave. After returning from Vietnam, we lost contact with each only to meet 30 years or so later at an A Troop, 4/12 Cav reunion. Wow, what an amazing journey. After returning from war our lives were so much different and yet we were still good friends. It was a joy to spend such quality time together again. Some shared memories were very painful, but mostly we had lots of laughs. Bob had a great sense of humor! It was always fun to hang out with Bob. At the A Troop reunion is when we met Bob’s wife and soulmate Linda. My wife Wendy and Linda got on splendidly. What more could two old army buddies ask for? God Bless you Bob. Thank you for being in my life. Walt Ferguson Aka “Fergie” Long Live the Brotherhood of the Cav.

Bob was a good guy. I'll miss our monthly "Rubbermaid Lunches" where we discussed the state of the world and of course the fates of the Pittsburgh sports teams. You'll be missed God Bless Greg Terek

May Bob rest in peace, I remember many good times at Rubbermaid A very good friend

My condolences for your family.

I am truly sorry to hear of Bob's passing. As a manufacturing and office family member (as we were considered then) at Rubbermaid, working with Bob was always an experience I will never forget. He was one of a small handful of people we could go to for fair and honest answers. If I would run into Bob in public he would remember your name and always asked how you and your family were doing, something others wouldn't do. Bob was a really good guy and I'm glad to have known him. Prayers for the family.

Mrs Kerin and family - My sincere condolences to you and the family ...I want you to know that I have the utmost respect , admiration and fond memories of Bob while working with and along side him at Rubbermaid ....he was always there to answer questions and help with anything we needed as employees..... But we especially had a great relationship because I also grew up in Pittsburgh and of course about the Steelers and Pirates,,,,,,,,he was a great man, friend and a great leader. We will miss him dearly......please carry on and enjoy the family and all the memories.....that's what he would want you to do..... My regards, Carmen Bordogna

Linda, It was a shock when we received your e-mail regarding Bob's passing. I considered him my brother as did all the other Cav Troopers. I will remember the good times like the Dinner at Binion's in Las Vegas. Bob chose a wine for me to drink and it was really good, along with the dinner and the companionship with our Cav family. Linda and My prayers are with you always. As a Sister in the Cav. you are welcome anytime to our reunions where we can remember Bob. Keith and Linda Eaton

My condolences to the family. I worked closely with Bob at Rubbermaid for his entire career at RCP Winchester. He was admired for his honestly and compassion to the workforce and always available for advice and guidance. His leadership and help to myself and fellow employees was truly a gift to all of us. I will certainly miss our monthly conversations at the Rubbermaid luncheons. His memory will live long among all of those whose lives he touched!

Our deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.