Robert Douglas Traweek

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Graveside, Martin Cemetery
Sibley Hole Road
Little Rock, AR  72209
Wednesday, April 29, 2015
10:00 a.m.
Cemetery
Martin Cemetery
Sibley Hole Road
Little Rock, AR  72209
Memorial Contributions
Wounded Warrior Project
P.O. Box 758512
Topeka, KS  66675


Disabled American Veterans
P.O. Box 14301
Cincinnati, OH  45250
Robert Douglas TraweekI am a Veteran.

of Pine Bluff, AR

September 9, 1942 - April 24, 2015

Robert Douglas Traweek of Pine Bluff, passed peacefully in his sleep at the age of 72 on April 24, 2015 at Trinity Village Medical Center. He was born on September 9, 1942 in Dumas, Arkansas and raised in Little Rock by his grandparents, Lewis C. and Rosa L. Traweek. Upon graduation from Mabelvale High School in 1960 he entered the Navy and served two years with honorable discharge and was most proud of his deployment on the USS Newport News during the Cuban Missile Crisis. After his military service he was employed by International Paper Company beginning as a Pulp Mill Clerk and retiring as Supervisor-Purchasing/Stores with a total of over 39 years.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents, biological mother, Eunice Bryant; adopted brother, Paul S. Traweek and his aunts, Arlena Harper, Bea Hill and Myrtis Sheldon.

He is survived by his wife, Malinda Harlow Traweek of Pine Bluff; daughter, Angela Renee Gateley (Johnny; children, Emerson and Addison) of Atkins, Arkansas; daughter, Pamela Lynn Massey (Greg; children, Christine, Haleigh and Alex) of Greenbrier, Arkansas; and son, Robert ''Robbie'' Douglas Traweek II (Leslie; child, Shepard) of Little Rock, Arkansas; brothers, Ric Bryant (Teri) of Westerville, Ohio; Dwain Bryant (Paula Hardy) of Columbus, Ohio; David Bryant (Kathy) of Mt. Sterling, Ohio; Terry Bryant (Nancy) of Columbus, Ohio; brothers-in-law, William R. Harlow of Wichita Falls, Texas; Joseph Thomas Harlow (Sandy) of Spartanburg, South Carolina; and his favorite companions, Georgia and Annabelle and numerous family and friends.

Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at Martin Cemetery, Little Rock.

A special thanks to those who he came to know while being treated and cared for at Jefferson Regional Medical Center and Trinity Village Medical Center and others he came in contact with.

Donations may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758512, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8512; Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, Ohio 45250-0301 or to any charity of donor's choice.

Arrangements provided by Roller-Drummond Funeral Home, 10900 Interstate 30, Little Rock, Arkansas 72209 (501) 455-5800.

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Susan Hall
Conway, AR
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Thursday, April 30, 2015

Pam & families,

I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I know it is not an easy time for any of you but always remember you are in the hearts and prayers of many people that care about you. God bless you and your families. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.

Brian Hundley
Chattanooga, TN
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Thursday, April 30, 2015

Malinda and Family: I just heard of Robert's passing. So sorry to hear this. He was a great friend and mentor to me. May God bless you and comfort you always.

Barbara Voris
Pine Bluff, AR
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Tuesday, April 28, 2015

Dear Malinda, I am so sorry about Robert, I just could not believe it when I read it. Please know that my prayers are with you and his girls and Robbie and all the family. Malinda you know I am I still here in Pine Bluff so whenever you need someone's shoulder to cry on I can be here for you. May God bless you and comfort you!

harold wayne scifres
lavaca,, AR
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Tuesday, April 28, 2015

Sorry to hear of Roberts passing. he was one of my best friends that i have known for over 40 years. he will be missed by all that knew him.

Deloise Mowdy
Conway, AR
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Tuesday, April 28, 2015

Prayers for all the Traweek family to find peace and comfort in this difficult time.

Janis & Jerry Robbins
Greenbrier, AR
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Monday, April 27, 2015

Pam and families, so sorry for the loss of your Dad, you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Mary Daniel Brown
Charlottesville, VA
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Monday, April 27, 2015

Malinda - As I stated on the phone on Friday evening, after learning the sad news that Robert had passed away, you are in my thoughts and prayers. You may not think it now, but God will give you the strength you need to get through this life changing chapter. I also convey thoughts and prayers from Artie, Lula, Arthur and Avery Drumhelller.

Kamilah alexander
Pine bluff,
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Sunday, April 26, 2015

My deepest prayers are with you Melinda and your family. Mr Traweek was a very special man to me. Always encouraging me to go back to school. My life has been touched because of him. I pray that God continues to provide you and your family the strength to carry on. Please let us know if we can do anything for you.

charlie wilson
Mt. Pleasant, AR
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Sunday, April 26, 2015

So sorry to hear the news of the loss of a long time friend. Man did we have fun in school and racing each other. I knew him as 'Jimmy' and had no idea his name was Robert till I started to call on him at IP and man did we laugh about that. I talked with Jimmy a few weeks ago and I am so glad we got to share and talk about old times. I know he was in a lot of pain and I thank God that now he is at piece with His Lord. Just hold on brother and we will get together again. Love ya, Weasel

Russell Purtle
The Villages, FL
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Sunday, April 26, 2015

Malinda and Family,

I wanted to share my sympathy in your loss. Robert was a good friend and colleague to me during our time with International Paper Company.
I fondly recall our work together at the mill. He was a supportive colleague that became a great friend too. We would speak our minds freely to each other on work matters yet always kept things at a professional level. I am happy we had the opportunity for our paths to cross in Pine Bluff.

Events like this remind us how short our lives are and how close to eternity we live. I hope you will find comfort in Ecclesiastes 3. God Bless.

Robert & Marie Mile
Atlanta, GA
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Saturday, April 25, 2015

We wanted to share our condolences with Robert’s family.  It is never easy to have to say goodbye to a loved one.  The pain of loss can be unbearable. Our Creator promises us that one day this pain will be just a memory.  That beautiful promise can be found at Revelation 21:3,4. Our pain and suffering will be a thing of the past, and we can cry tears of joy as we welcome back the ones that we love so much.  We hope you find comfort in those promises. 

C. Childress
Millington, MI
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Saturday, April 25, 2015

To the Traweek family. Please accept my sincere condolences. The loss of a loved one is never easy. May you find comfort in the wonderful promise found in God’s Word at Acts 24:15. Our loving heavenly father will restore life to our loved ones. May this wonderful hope continue to comfort you in the difficult days ahead.