Robert C. McIntosh Obituary (2007

Robert ("Bobby Mac") McIntosh, age 71, beloved husband of 47 years to Margaret (Pickles") Holbrook McIntosh, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, December 11, 2007 at St. Vincent's Hospital. Bobby was born in Bridgeport on December 2, 1936, son of the late Charles McIntosh and Kathleen McIntosh Powell and had been a lifetime area resident. He was educated in the Bridgeport public school system and served in the United States Marine Corp. He worked at AVCO Lycoming for several years and was employed at the United Postal Service for 28 years until his retirement in 2000. Bobby was a lifelong member of Walter's Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church in Bridgeport and was actively involved in numerous church activities, including serving as a church trustee and driving the van to transport members to church. Bobby loved playing tennis and teaching tennis to youth. He was a community activist and was involved with many community programs including the TOTAL Program, Harambee Program, ACORN, and Habitat for Humanity, East End Community Council, Newfield Tennis Association & grassroots, NRZ, and Park Commissioner for City of Bridgeport. He is survived by his wife, Margaret McIntosh; his three children, Michele, Joel (Mary Ann) and Corey (Lavonne); his brother, Bertram McIntosh (Lenda); sister-in-law, Marion McIntosh; brother-in-law, Edward Bullard; eleven grandchildren; numerous relatives including cousins, nieces, and nephews; his pet dog, Honey; and a host of devoted friends. He was predeceased by his son, Conrad McIntosh; his sisters, Bernice Fleming and Shirley Bullard; and his brother, Frederick McIntosh. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the medical staff and oncology department at St. Vincent's Hospital, to the staff of the Medical Specialists Group of Fairfield and to his doctor, Dr. Glenn Reznikoff for their compassionate care. Bobby's courage, kindness and bright smile will be sorely missed by all those whose lives he touched. Funeral Services are 6:00 PM Sunday, December 16, 2007 at Mt. Aery Baptist Church, 73 Frank Street, Bridgeport; Viewing is 4:00 PM until time of Services at the Church. Interment is 10:00 AM, MONDAY, December 17, 2007 at Mountain Grove Cemetery, 2675 North Avenue, Bridgeport, Connecticut. Baker-Isaac Funeral Services, 985 Stratford Avenue, Bridgeport in charge of arrangements.***Please sign Guest Book for the Family******