Robert C. Showalter

Commander Robert “Bob” Showalter, age 79, passed away May 24, 2024 after a brave battle with Cancer at home surrounded by his loving family.

Born to Harold and Gertrude Showalter on Oct. 29, 1944 in Wheeling, WV, Bob and his younger sister Kate Delaney spent their formative years on Wheeling Island.

In 1966, Bob enlisted in the Navy, and in 1968 married Linda his wife of 55 years. After graduation from Purdue University, he received a Master’s in Meteorology and Oceanography from the Naval Postgraduate School.

He began his service as an enlisted corpsman and rose to the rank of Commander. During his 26 years of dedicated naval service he was awarded 6 Naval Achievement medals to include the Good Conduct Medal.

Following retirement from the Navy, Bob joined CSSI, INC. and served with distinction as a Physical Scientist specializing in Aviation Weather, supporting the FAA for over 25 years. He was awarded the title of CSSI Fellow in 2017, one of the highest honors at the company.

He was an avid sportsman, finding joy in tennis, fishing, golf and a familiar face at the local tennis courts and golf courses. Also, he loved to travel the world with his wife, family and friends.

Family is the cornerstone of Bob’s world. He’s survived by his beloved wife, Linda, 2 wonderful children Holly and Brent, 5 grandchildren and his sister Kate.

Bob’s memory will be cherished and kept alive through the stories and laughter shared by those who knew him best.

As we bid farewell to Bob, we celebrate a life well-lived, a life filled with purpose, joy and an abundance of love. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

“Fair Winds and Following Seas”

 The family has requested that charitable donations be made in memory of Mr. Showalter, to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, P.O. Box 98018, Washington, DC 20009-8018.

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