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Kevin O’Brien, Doug Tasovski and others have passed on the sad news of the passing of BobE.

Bob’s passing was expected for some time & although his wife, Jennie, is upset about him going she said he just gave up on life.

Bob E passed away on Sunday after a long illness of over 4 years caused by a stroke.

Jenny has asked for BobE’s friends and colleagues from OTC to be informed about his passing.

EMANUEL, Robert John

April 14th, 1953 – December 21st, 2025

Aged 72 years.

Loved by Jennie and by so many others in Blackheath, around Australia and across the world. He revelled in friendships everywhere.

Go well, dear Robbie.

Please join us to celebrate Rob’s life at Leura Memorial Gardens, on Monday, December 29th 2025, at 2pm, and afterwards at the Gardners Inn, Blackheath.

For funeral details please view:

trbrownjohnmemorialhome.com.au/funeral-notices/

(02) 4782 2613

Published by The Sydney Morning Herald on Dec. 24, 2025.