Robert Sayles Obituary

Robert was a good friend and neighbor since my grammar school days in 1955 and on. I also remember both his patents and his friend Michael Harley from 71st street neighborhood. Robert was 4 years older than me, but was always good to me and a generous person. He shared his arts and crafts knowledge...also taught me to make hand puppets as a boy. When we were older he introduced me to music and fashion. When he started working in advertising he introduced me to the Chicago company.

Twenty years ago we were celebrating Bob's 50th in Paris. Thinking of that wonderful time a lot this weekend which would have been his 70th. We miss you, dear Bob.

We learned of Bob's passing, while trying to reach him, to tell him of a mutual Denver friend's passing. Bob has been part of our lives since 1977. He was family. He was a joy to know,with a wonderful wicked sense of humor. He has given us many memories to recall,like one of his many sayings...."Say What!?!". We will miss you very much. Rest in Peace Dear Friend.

I only learned of Bob's passing a short time ago. We worked together at Y&R Denver and were close friends during that time and remained in touch until a few years ago. Bob, despite all the years that have passed, that smile, those kind words and many acts of kindness and that wonderful sense of humor will always be with me. You have truly touched lives and the world has been a better place because of your presence. Tom Emswiller, San Jose, CA

I only learned of Bob's death today. I miss those wonderful days at Y&R in Chicago and the fun times we had when we both were living in NY. I will miss you so much, but am grateful for having known you. God bless you.

Robert knew how to live life to it's fullest he will be missed but not forgotten.

Amazing, amazing man. Shared some great conversations & my life is better just to have known you. My you be in peace.

GOD BLESS YOU, REST IN PEACE

We are so glad we got to know you. We shared some very happy times. You are missed, my friend. Farewell.

A loss for the ad community; a greater loss for everyone who knew you. Rest in peace, my friend.

Bob - I will miss sharing memories of the "good old days when it was fun" at some as yet unplanned reunion. Rest in peace.

Bob, you were always such a pleasure to be around. A true friend and you will be missed by so many. God Bless you and your family. Rest in peace.

For all those young souls that Bobby took care of at Y&R back in the 80's, we all appreciated your kindness, understanding and ability to make us all feel welcome...thank you. You will truly be missed, but always thought of fondly.

To Harrison, Anise, and Henri. May the fond memories of your 'spiritual brother' and Godfather, forever dwell in each of your hearts; knowing that his life touched, and enhanced your own.

Charles, Jean & Charlene

I know their is nothing I can say to ease the pain from the passing of a good friend, so please take comfort in knowing he is no longer in pain and he is in God's arms now. He will be truly miss.

I'm sharing this information because of Robert's closeness to my family. Harrison knew Robert at least 50 years, he was like a brother to him. I only knew Robert 47 years. He was the best man at our wedding and certainly like another father to our son, Henri. He was loved, a stable presence in this family's life and will be sorely missed by all. Robert is finally at peace. God Bless...

Bob, you were a joy to work with, you will truly be missed.

Sally Murphy

Bob, thanks for being so kind. You will always be in our hearts. Rest in peace.

Robert, I will miss you so much! You were truly my other father, I love you so much! Your God Son, Henri

God Bless you Bob. I've enjoyed the times we had. Love and miss you.
Monica Downer (Chicago, IL)

It has been 40+ years, Bob, but your smile and your gentleness have remained and always will. Rest well, good man.

There's a great hole in the advertising community now that Bob's gone. Rest peacefully, friend.

Thank you for brightening our lives, Bob. I am truly blessed for getting to work with you and enjoy good laughs along the way. Peace, always my friend.

You well be missed!