Robert A. Marmion

Robert Allan Marmion (Bob) passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026 after a long illness. Bob was born on May 28, 1947, in Sharon, Pennsylvania. He was the devoted husband to Rosemarie Marmion (née Murphy) and a loving father to Dr. Robert A. Marmion Jr. (wife Laura L. née Hough) and Caitlin M. Cowin (née Marmion, husband William). Bob is survived by his two grandchildren (Hannah and Jacob Marmion), his sister Susan Nottingham (husband John), brother Daniel Marmion (wife Donna) and as well as an extensive family of nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Helen Marmion (née McNutt) and Peter Joseph Marmion, and his two brothers, John Patrick Marmion and William Marmion. Bob graduated from Sharon High School in Sharon, PA in 1965 and Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) in 1970. He was an active member of his college fraternity Delta Sigma Phi (Delta Sig) until his illness. He spent his professional career working as a Licensed Professional Planner in Erie, PA; Montclair, NJ; Salem Co., NJ; Deptford Twp., NJ and Montgomery Twp., NJ. His last position was as Director of Community Development and Director of GIS in Montgomery Township, NJ Bob was involved in the planning of Deptford Memorial Park (originally named, "Fasola Park") and Almonesson Creek Park in Deptford. His hobbies were diverse and included scuba diving, swimming, playing the trumpet and even a stint at golf. He loved traveling to the Caribbean and visiting Aruba. His favorite T- shirt read, “When I die, send me to Aruba.” He also enjoyed visiting Florida as a snow bird in the winter. Bob had a love for animals and enjoyed family pets throughout his life. While Robby and Caitlin were young, he rescued Shannon (Golden Retriever) and Bob enjoyed spoiling several granddogs over the years. Later in life, puzzles were a passion and he completed several, which adorn the walls of various rooms. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Friday, February 27, 2026 from 8am to 10am in The Chapel at BOUCHER FUNERAL HOME, 1757 Delsea Drive, Deptford, NJ 08096. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11am at Holy Angels Parish at St. Patrick’s RC Church, 86 Cooper St., Woodbury, NJ 08096. Niche Inurnment to follow at All Saints Cemetery, Newfield. In Bob’s memory, memorial donations may be directed to St. Agnes Alumni Association, 18 Buttonwood Dr., Exton, PA 19341, Attn: Anita Kane. The donation will be directed towards the nursing scholarship fund. For condolences, please visit www.boucherfuneralhome.com.

Robert A. Marmion

May 28, 1947 - February 18, 2026