Robert Bates Pharis Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Robert Bates Pharis (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Robert Bates left this world on January 27, 2025 at the age of 68, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Robert Bates leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Albert Pharis and Idella Pharis; and his brother Bert Pharis (Mary Margaret). He is survived by: his wife Ellen Pharis; his children, Jeff Pharis (Abby) and Cammie Pharis; his grandsons, Reid and Wade Pharis; and his siblings, David Pharis (Emly) and Cathy Pharis. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in honor of Bob to Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF), http://www.breakthrought1d.org, 501 Martindale Street, Suite 670, Pittsburgh PA 15212; or Vasculitis Foundation, http://www.vasculitisfoundation.org.
