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Robert B. Marino

Passed 05/01/2022

Obituary For Robert B. Marino

Robert B. Marino, 77, died at the New Mexico State Veterans Home on Sunday, May 1, 2022. He was born in Unterhammer, Germany on August 24, 1944 to Magdelena Hedwig Bopp and stepfather, Dominic Marino. He became an American citizen at the age of 16. Robert enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corp and served in the Vietnam war from 1965-1969 and was appointed Lance Corporal in July 1966. While in the service Robert received several medals, including: the Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnamese Campaign Medal w/device, Vietnamese Service Medal, and the Rifle Marksman Badge. He was an Aviation Structure Mechanic and the commanding officer of the Marine Aircraft Group II. He was commended for his knowledge of the F-48 aircraft system. Robert went on to pursue a Law Enforcement career in the El Paso Police Department from 1973-1995. He served 22 years, 20 years as a detective. He received several awards including Detective of the Year, Instructors Certificate for Law Enforcement, Officer Standards and Education, Hostage Negotiations, Burglary Investigator, Crime Scene Investigator, Child Abuse and Exploitation Investigator. After retiring Robert went to work for the U.S. Marshalls and also served as a deputy on the Sierra County Sheriff’s Department from 2008-2012. Survivors include his wife of 11 years, Holly Denise Marino; stepson, James Knight; stepdaughters – Nicole Bond and Natalie Banas; and 11/step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother, Magdelena Hedwig Bopp, and stepfather, Dominic Marino. A Graveside Service will be held on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. at Fort Bliss National Cemetery in El Paso, TX.


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Cheers to you one last time Bob! So many great conversations after parking carts. May you rest easy and prayers to the family for strength and comfort in this time of need.

Until we see each other again, Derek

So Long Robert RIP.................Ken............

So Long Robert RIP.................Ken............

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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