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- Robert Lansing DeLong, loving husband and father, golf fanatic, Pink Floyd devotee and culinary virtuoso, died at home on October 25, 2015 after quietly saying his goodbyes to his wife Rochelle and sons Connor and Lansing, who were by his side.
Robert was born on November 17, 1964 to Bill and Connie (Bates) DeLong in Ontario, OR. In 1969, Connie died in a car accident. The family moved to Milton-Freewater in 1970 where Bill met and married Jewel Williams. Robert grew up there with his sister Mary and his parents, Bill and Jewel DeLong.
In school Robert played baseball, basketball and football. With his 90+ mph fastball and overhead curveball, he lettered in baseball and graduated in 1983. From there, he went to Whitman College with a baseball scholarship for two years and earned his secondary education degree from Western Oregon State University.
His sister Mary introduced Robert to Rochelle in 1986 and they married on October 27, 1990. They settled in Tacoma, WA where Connor was born in 1995. In 1996, they moved to Boise and in 1999 Lansing was born. Robert took a technology job in 2002 in the Lierz family business where he supported the gadgetry and software of company's operations until July 2015.
A foodie who followed his palate, Robert was the family chef. He loved spicy dishes, was known for his grilled salmon and won a few ribbons in the annual work chili competition. His passion for cooking was matched only by his love of golf.
People describe Robert as 'warm, stable and funny.' And while he didn't like surprises, he never minded a call from his sister, parents, or any family or friend in need of his help.
Above all else, he was committed to his family. He took his role as provider and family man seriously. Rochelle and he worked as partners, planning meals, keeping up the house, and covering the boys' activities. He loved his wife and kids beyond measure.
In April 2015, Robert was diagnosed with esophageal cancer. After a six month fight, he died at home surrounded by family. Services were held in early November.
Should you wish to give a gift in Robert's name, the family suggests: Idaho2Fly.org, a fly fishing retreat for men with cancer or the gift of time and service to your family, friends, neighbors or your favorite cause, which was a common gift given by Robert.
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1964 - 2015 (50 years)
