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Robert Pilgrim Obituary

Robert (Joseph) Pilgrim left his family and loved ones suddenly on Sunday, February 4th. He is survived by his wife, Sarah, his mother, father, brothers, sister and his wife's brothers and family.

(Joe) served his country faithfully on the USS Nimitz during the Iraq war, was an outstanding law student at Washburn Law instrumental in initiating a veteran's court, and was currently serving as an Assistant DA in Shawnee County.

He leaves behind the love of his life, Sarah, his beloved rescue pets, and family and friends that dearly loved him.

Memorials in his name may be made to "Pawsitive Tails Dog Rescue" (in care of 913-626-0950 – www.pawsitivetailskc.org) Contact is Crystal Paugh Tucker

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Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Feb. 7, 2024.

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Mark

January 31, 2025

Once in Law School Joe told me he served in the Navy on a submarine. He was so kind, and so interested in me, how I felt, what I thought, we talked often. He was a great friend and classmate. I was always glad to see him.

Mark Lodes

December 18, 2024

Joe was a good friend and classmate. Supportive. Interested. Friendly. Kind. Helpful. He reminded me pf my grandfather, who also served in the Navy, but during WW II. I thanked him for his service, for it was the noble service of those like him who helped keep my good brother alive and well when in harm´s way. Joe´s curiosity was as contagious as his knowing smile.

Roy and Jamesia Manning

July 16, 2024

Joe was an attorney that represented my family in a Family Law matter and was instrumental in keeping our family together and work hard on our case. He is missed by the Manning family, and I am saddened to hear of his passing.

Anthony barnett

March 6, 2024

Dear Sarah, we want you to know that we have the honor and privilege to let Joe be our lawyer fighting for years for our VA case no one ever did as good to us as Joe did he kept his promise he did his work. He reassured us, and he was almost like family. We couldn´t thank him enough until this day we believe that he was our angel to help us and he was a true angel on earth as he is in heaven because right now he´s got his wings and he´s gonna have so much spiritual Power to still help many that needed help or inspiration to us. He will always be behind you make God bless you and your family and through your pain know that he loved you all very dearly he was a good man and that´s not too many people like him in this world so be blessed be happy, celebrate still with him and talk to him sometime in your spirit time we all love him may God bless you always for being his wife and I know you Back and of this is that you are a great woman to be able to inspire such a great man. God bless you again over and over anthony and Mayra Barnett from Orlando Florida.

Azor Smith

February 17, 2024

I considered Joe a good friend during our time at Washburn Law. I was devastated to hear about his passing. He was a great student, activist, friend, and attorney. He will be missed.

Mark Patrick Lodes

February 12, 2024

I knew no man as genuine, as engaged, as good, as we studied together, as we became friends, the world is heavier now on all of our shoulders without him to carry it for us.

Terry Tuckwin

February 12, 2024

Sarah. we are so terribly sorry for you losing Joe. We had such fun being neighbors with you two. It was fun watching you have fun together. We were so fond of you both. We followed your careers when we ran into your dad. I'm sad at how sad you must be. We will be praying for you. We send love and prayers. Jerry and Terry Tuckwin

Antonina Kowalska

February 7, 2024

I'm so very sorry. Robert was my student and I just saw him at the law school recently. He was one of our stars and a wonderful human.

Creighton Miller

February 7, 2024

It was my pleasure and honor to have met Joe while he was at Washburn Law. My sincere condolences. I am so sorry for his family and friends. May your memories of him always be a blessing.

Mike and Lori Hanson

February 7, 2024

Sarah, we are sorry for your family´s loss, and Joe´s sudden passing. Keep Joe´s memories fresh and we will miss seeing you two on your daily walks.

Teresa Trautloff

February 6, 2024

I'm so very sorry...

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