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Robert J. "Bob" Whimpey
21 Mar 1934 – 10 Jan 2021
| Birth | 21 Mar 1934 |
| Death | 10 Jan 2021 |
| Cemetery | Lehi City Cemetery Lehi , Utah County , Utah , USA |
| Added by | Annie Duckett Hundley on 12 Jan 2021 |
| FaG | https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/220990806 |
Bio
Robert J. "Bob" Whimpey 1934 - 2021 Early Life: Robert "Bob" was born March 21, 1934, at home in Spanish Fork, Utah, the second son of Don L. and Vera Creer Whimpey. Later on, the family moved to the northern part of Lehi, to a home that his parents built, using logs salvaged from a horse stable that was being torn down. He had a happy and fulfilling childhood, learning love and loyalty of family and the benefits of hard work. He fetched buckets of water from an open well for his mother, he milked cows, raised chickens, grew tomatoes and helped with his sister. As a youngster, Bob rode horses to deliver newspapers to a large section of northern Lehi, changing horses in the middle of the routes because they were such big routes! Growing up, his older brother, Ken, was a great friend as were his younger sisters, JaNeane, and much later, Elaine, who completed the Whimpey family. Bob developed a love of the land, farming, raising animals and the delicious fruits and vegetables from the family trees and garden. This same love for the land stayed with him. He graduated from Lehi High School but stayed close to home, waiting for his sweetheart, Judith "Judy" Peck, to complete her education so they could marry. Life's Work | Service | Interests: On June 16, 1955, Bob and Judy Peck were married for time and all eternity in the Salt Lake Temple. Shortly after, the young couple moved into the home Bob built, where they raised their family and where he's lived for the past 65 years. Bob and Judy were blessed with four children, and they worked hard to instill a love of the land and animals as well as the value of hard work to their children, Joan, Jay, Dian and Suzanne. Bob enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing, and boating at Lake Powell. He also had a real love for fast cars, especially Buicks! Bob's last car is a Buick but he'd learned to take life a little slower, using a small motorcycle or his dune buggy to make his coffee runs, and his mule to travel up to Sue's house for dinner! The Peck family adopted Bob as a son and brother; they loved him dearly. He worked alongside his father-in-law, Tom Peck, and brothers-in-law, mining clay, gypsum, mercury, and hauling all over the surrounding states as a co-owner of the Thomas J. Peck, Mining and Trucking Company. His employment took him on the road, traveling hundreds of miles every day, driving a truck. This career meant working hard and missing home while living in other states, camping out in Marysvale, Jericho, Pueblo, Colorado, or McDermott, Nevada, taking Judy and the kids along for time together and adventures in new places. Bob and Judy spent many years raising and racing quarter horses and they were proud of their accomplishments. They were fortunate to decorate their home with trophies, plaques, and buckles from many years of wins. Traveling to races and developing friendships with owners and other racing enthusiasts was a big part of life. Their quiet generosity has blessed many old and new friends, helping anyone who needed help without expecting anything in return. They have been so proud of the accomplishments of Eli and Petrita and their children; they were so happy to help them succeed in their endeavors. Bob's dear Judy died unexpectedly over 16 years ago, leaving a huge hole in his life, but he kept on raising animals, growing fruit trees, and having a large wonderful garden. Finding he had extra time on his hands, he spent many hours gathering walnuts from his big tree and many winter days cracking those delicious nuts for family and friends. One year, he cracked over 300 pounds. Throughout the years he remained good-natured and well liked for the twinkle in his eyes and the teasing remarks. Everyone was a friend. Recently, he had become something of a local celebrity with his field becoming the home for miniature donkeys, cows, retired race horses, and even his own sign. Many cars traveling up and down his road would stop just to take a look or to sneak some carrots or apples to the donkeys. Robert J. "Bob" Whimpey passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family on Sunday January 10, 2021. He was 86. Family Message: "The family offers a Special Thanks for the Love and Support of the Coffee Guys who could always be counted on to be found at the same place and same time. And many Thanks to Dr. Von Welch for the special care and concern." Survived By: Children: Joan (Tony) Southwick, of Taylorsville; Jay (Kim) Whimpey, of Farr West; Dian (John) Joseph, of Costa Rica; and Sue (Larry) Williams, of Lehi; 21 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren and one great great-grandchild. Preceded In Death By: His wife, Judy; his parents; and brother, Kenneth. Services: Graveside memorial Arrangements: Wing Mortuary Interment: Lehi City Cemetery Obituary: © 2021 | Wing Mortuary Bio compiled by: Annie Duckett Hundley
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MARRIED JUNE 16, 1955
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