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Robert Arthur Annala

1949 - 2021

BORN

1949

DIED

2021

Robert Annala Obituary

Annala

Robert "Bullet Bob" Arthur

Annala

October 10, 1949

November 26, 2021



Robert "Bullet Bob" Annala died November 26, 2021. He was born October 10, 1949, in Great Falls Montana to Waino and Mary Jane Annala. After graduating from the University of Montanain 1972, he joined the Army and served over 12 years and retired from the reserves. He was a Letter Carrier for 30 years. He was very active in the NALC and was a member of the DAV and Sigma Nu. He married Jeannette Allen on December 31, 1976. He enjoyed fly fishing, reading, playing cards, and watching Bronco's football. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Jane Nelson, and son Nicholas Annala. He is survived by his wife and daughter Elizabeth Annala, his brothers Barry and John of Idaho, his aunt and uncle Bill and Viola Annala of Geyser, Montana, and many cousins. Memorial Service will be held at First Lutheran Church at 1:00 PM Thursday December 9 and can be livestreamed on YouTube.com search First Lutheran Church Colorado Springs. Burial will be at Pikes Peak National cemetery on Wednesday December 15 at 11:00 AM. Donation can be made in Bob's name in lieu of flowers to Muscular Dystrophy Association or First Lutheran Church.

Published by The Gazette on Dec. 5, 2021.
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We are very shocked and saddened to hear of Bob´s death via this website. There are so many wonderful memories of happy days in Germany, when Bob was in the Army. He was a very amusing, interesting and kind man. Dear Jennie and Beth, we hope that your own memories will bring you some comfort in the difficult days ahead. We will write a more personal letter very soon. With our deepest sympathy from `across the pond´. Lots of love Bob and Linda xx

Bob and Linda

January 7, 2022

Jennie & Elizabeth, I´m sending my condolences to you both. I´m sorry to hear the news of Bob´s passing. May your memories comfort you. God bless you both in this difficult time.

Peggy Vaubel

December 8, 2021

We went on a few double dates together with our Bob's.
Both our Bob's enjoyed History. I've met 2 other 'Santa's and I will remember you & your Bob, (Mrs. Clause / Jennie) every Christmas and all year. God's Peace and Shalom / Complete Peace, Jennie and Elizabeth. Be Blessed by your Memories of Bob.

Bob & Nancy Crowley

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December 5, 2021

The Buckley SFB military Retiree Activities Office (RAO) would like to offer our sincere condolences and our gratitude for Mr. Allala's service to our country in the Army. If you would like help with any matters related to casualty assistance, Defense Finance & Accounting Service, Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP), Veterans Affairs (VA), etc. you can contact our office on Buckley SFB at 720-847-6693. The RAO is staffed by volunteers, all military retirees themselves, and our sole purpose is to provide assistance to any military retirees and surviving spouses/family members with anything related to their military service and/or benefits, in particular during difficult times such as this. We are deeply sorry for your loss.

Steve Young
Lt Col, USAF, Ret
Director, Buckley SFB RAO

Steve Young

December 5, 2021

So many memories of Bob, he was such a good guy! When he did Santa at the NALC Christmas party. He has helped so many people throughout the years with postal union issues. So sorry for your loss, he will be missed.

June Wimmer

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December 3, 2021

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Memorial Events
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Dec

9

Memorial service

1:00 p.m.

First Lutheran Church -- can be livestreamed on YouTube.com search First Lutheran Church Colorado Springs.

CO

Dec

15

Burial

11:00 a.m.

Pikes Peak National cemetery

CO

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