Robert "Bob" Schramm's Obituary
Robert C. Schramm, known to friends and family as "Bob," passed away on December 13, 2025, in Charlotte, North Carolina. He was 77 years old.
Born on May 27, 1948, in Jersey City, New Jersey, Bob was the son of the late Carl and Rita Schramm. He possessed an entrepreneurial mindset that drove a successful career in the Automotive Industry. Starting with sales, Bob moved into management and executive positions where he was respected for his leadership and vision.
Beyond his professional life, Bob had the special gift of bringing people together. He was a man who was always looking for ways to give back, dedicating time and effort to various fundraising events.
Bob will be best remembered for the joy he brought to those around him. A gentle soul with a resilient spirit, he faced his battle with Parkinson’s and Lewy Body dementia with courage. Bob was a lighthearted man and a gifted storyteller who possessed a quick wit and a wonderful sense of humor. He loved to laugh and made it easy for others to laugh with him.
A true enthusiast of life, Bob was an avid golfer and a lover of sports. He also found great joy in listening to Frank Sinatra. Above all, Bob was a family man. He was a devoted husband and a caring father who took immense pride in his children and grandchildren.
Bob shared a beautiful, lifelong love story with his beloved wife, Kathy. Married for 57 years, the two were high school sweethearts, the classic pairing of the football player and the cheerleader. They were truly best friends who built a life filled with fun and mutual support. Through good times and bad, they stood by each other’s side, creating a partnership that was nothing short of inspiring. Their devotion was a model of love that many admired and looked up to.
Bob is survived by his three children: his daughter Colleen Fea and her husband Matthew; his daughter Michele LaRocca and her husband Donald; and his son Robert J. Schramm and his wife Rebecca. He was the cherished grandfather to Michael Fea, Mary Beth Fea, Ava Schramm, Addison Schramm, and Brooklyn Schramm. He is also survived by his sisters, Rita D’Amato and her husband Matthew, and Jane Kelly, as well as many loving nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Kathy; his parents, Carl and Rita Schramm; and his sister, Joan Pender.
A service will be held at St. Therese Catholic Church in Mooresville, NC on Monday, December 29th at 11:00 am followed by a repast at On The Nines Bistro.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Lewy Body Dementia Association (https://LBDA.org) or Rock Steady Boxing (https://rocksteadyboxing.org).
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