Birth date: Apr 25, 1932 Death date: Apr 20, 2008
Robert Joseph Backstein"Bob"Bob arrived on earth April 25, 1932 in Phoenix, AZ and departed for Heaven April 20, 2008.Bob is survived by his eternal sweetheart Mary Lee (Coy), six children; Sharon (Mike) Woodhouse, Robin (Ted) Smi Read Obituary
We were very sad to learn of Bob's passing today. We have very fond memories of our association with him and your family. May the Lord's blessings be with you, and bring you comfort.
Our love to you, Mary Lee.
Sherril & Irene##imported-begin##Sherril & Irene Harmon##imported-end##
Dear Family of Bob Backstein,
I had the great privilege of working with Bob when he was the Pierce County Hearing Examiner and I was the attorney for the County Council. As you know, he was always so kind, fair, and dedicated to service. I continued to see him at Inn of Courts meeting and always valued his wisdom and good humor.
My condolences to you on the loss of a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. May your cherished memories and deep faith be a comfort at this time of loss.
With great sympathy,
Karen Seinfeld##imported-begin##Karen Seinfeld##imported-end##
Mary Lee,
I was so glad I was able to see you and Bob at your grandson's wedding in Pingree, Idaho. I always thought of Bob as an uncle and Aunt Mattie as a Grandmother. My condolences to you and your family. Love always.##imported-begin##Cathy Huber Stander##imported-end##
Ed has enjoyed working with you and we've both enjoyed visiting with you on Saturday nights - Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you and your family##imported-begin##Ed & Shirley Johannesen##imported-end##
Bob was the older brother my parents did not have. He was rock solid in his beliefs, but was always peaceful and fun loving. He was my teacher and friend. I look forward to seeing him in the heavens, for that is where he will be found. A good Attorney, Judge, Father and Friend...... nevelle##imported-begin##Nevelle O Nebeker##imported-end##
Dear Sis. Backstein and family,
Though we do not know you personally, we have had the pleasure of knowing one of your daughters and her husband, the Woodhouses, and your terrific grandchildren of that family alone. It was my husband's honor to assist you during this time, as a member of the Church and employee of Mtn. View. Looking at the photo of your beloved Bob...my first thought is what a nice, nice man... reading his bio made me realize what a huge difference for good he made to many folks..in and out of our church by the very rules he highly regarded...being a child of God and enforcer of earthly laws. My own father practiced law in Colorado for 50 years. May your memories together bouy you up, the twinkle of his eye and mannerisms in your kids and grandkids brighten your day, until you meet again.##imported-begin##Eileen & Bill Straley##imported-end##
Brother Backstien will missed. I have enjoyed talking to him, and listening to him in church. My prayers are with the family of Bro. Backstien.##imported-begin##Debbie Mortenson##imported-end##
Dear Family of Bob: I was the founding executive director of Hilltop Homeownership Center in 1993. There were enormous struggles in getting this important community development initiative off the ground. We were blessed to have Bob as our lawyer and wise counselor. He steered us through many crises with wisdom, calmness and unflagging friendship. I treasure his memory. Darel E. Grothaus##imported-begin##Darel E Grothaus##imported-end##
Mary Lee and family,
Bob was one of the kindest persons I've known, a gentle soul who cared about people and their lives. He put on no airs and was genuinely himself. Also a real character, he had his impish side and a great sense of humor! He and I greatly enjoyed sharing stories, particularly about our ancestors in the Mountain West in the 19th Century, who we found had some similar experiences. Our hearts are with you; we've lost a good one.##imported-begin##Pete Donahue##imported-end##
Bob's Family:
You and Bob are in my prayers. I knew Bob because we both served on the WSBA Judicial Recommendation Committee. I always looked for him at meetings he was low key and we had the same perspective many times. I will miss him.
-norma linda urena##imported-begin##norma linda urena##imported-end##
