I would like to extend my condolences to the Kirwan family, especially Mary. My thoughts and memories of Mr. Kirwan (Uncle Bob), will live on with me as well as with everyone he touched. I grew up with Kevin, we share the same birthday, and spent considerable time at the Kirwan’s house, mostly in the basement. Mr. Kirwan always treated me as part of the family and provided secondary fatherly advice.
Uncle Bob was very active with East Freehold Fire Department and helped Kevin and I join on our 18th birthday. He showed me around the firehouse, made sure I got my equipment and plectron radio, explained fire safety and how the pumper engines worked. Around this same time, since the legal drinking age was lowered to 18, he would offer Kevin and me gin gimlets around the kitchen table.
I remember the many birthdays and holidays at the Kirwan’s, where Uncle Bob and Aunt Mary were always gracious hosts. He especially, enjoyed Christmas and decorating the house with wreaths and lights which brought the true meaning of the holiday spirit. He was equally proud of his landscaping, where he had the best lawn in the neighborhood.
Robert Kirwan lead an exemplary life, was accomplished at his work, a volunteer to his community and a husband, father and grandfather. He will be greatly missed by all and leaves an eternal legacy of his life to his children and grandchildren.
