1933-2026
Robert A. Moline, age 92, passed away peacefully at Christ the King Manor in DuBois, Pennsylvania on Sunday January 18, 2026. He was born February 6, 1933 in Shawmut, Pennsylvania, to Edmund W. Moline and Lois Louise Moline (née Faulkner). He will be remembered by all who knew him as Bob.
Bob was preceded in death by his brother, Lionel L. Moline, who died in 2010 and son in law Robert P. Martini who died in 2003.
He is survived by his two daughters, Barbara E. Martini and Patricia J. Butler and her husband David; his granddaughter, Bethanie K. Martini Johnson and her husband Andrew; four step-grandchildren; and two step-great-grandchildren.
Bob proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War from 1953 to 1955, assigned to the 7th Medical Dispensary in Pusan, Korea. Prior to deployment, he attended school at Eta Jima, Japan.
Before and after his military service, Bob studied civil engineering at Penn State DuBois and worked as a draftsman for Copes-Vulcan in DuBois and Erie, Pennsylvania. Following his discharge, he was employed by International Powdered Metallurgy in Ridgway, Pennsylvania, where he worked as a draftsman and apprentice machinist.
On September 1, 1956, Bob married Vivian “Jerri” Shaffer Moline at Bethany Covenant Church in DuBois, Pennsylvania. Together they shared nearly 61 years of marriage and raised two daughters. Jerri preceded him in death in 2017.
In 1955, Bob began what would become a lifelong career at Brockway Glass. He advanced through the company and retired after 39 years as General Manager of Mould Engineering. His work left a lasting mark on the glass and cosmetic industries. Bob was responsible for the design and manufacture of numerous specialty cosmetic bottles for major brands including Avon, Ponds, Estée Lauder, and Elizabeth Taylor’s White Shoulders.
Bob served for 12 years as Chairman of the Design & Specification Committee for Glass Science & Technology at the Glass Packaging Institute in Washington, D.C., reflecting both his technical expertise and industry leadership.
Beyond his professional achievements, Bob was a gifted musician and artist. As a teenager, he was the only non-adult member of the Brockway American Legion Band. Throughout his life, he played clarinet and saxophone in numerous local musical groups and led his own band, the Hi-Los, well into his 80s.
During the 1970s, Bob’s work frequently took him to New York City, where he immersed himself in the city’s jazz scene and often “sat in” with celebrated musicians.
Bob was also a songwriter and member of BMI, with recordings of his music available on iTunes and other platforms. He was the author and illustrator of It’s This Thing About Golf, a series of cartoons reflecting his humor and lifelong love of the game.
Bob served as Vice President of the DuBois Concert Association for many years and was a longtime member of Lakeside United Methodist Church.
An avid golfer, Bob especially enjoyed playing regularly at Treasure Lake and on many notable courses across the United States. He and Jerri spent many winters in Florida, where they delighted in the gardens, beaches, and local music scene—often performing with local bands.
Bob will be remembered for his creativity, intellect, musical talent, and deep devotion to family. His life uniquely blended engineering precision with artistic expression, leaving a legacy felt by those who knew him and by the industries and communities he served.
There will be no public visitation.
The DuBois Area Honor Guard will accord full military honors on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4 p.m. at the DuBois Lakeside Church. A funeral service will immediately follow with Pastor Brett Dinger officiating.
After the service, all are invited to the DuBois Country Club at 6 p.m. to celebrate Bob’s life. Even if you are unable to attend the service you are more than welcome to visit at the country club.
Burial will follow in Morningside Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Christ the King Manor, 1100 W. Long Avenue, DuBois PA 15801: https://www.ctkmanor.org/donate and/or the Robert P. Martini Foundation to 1384 Treasure Lake, DuBois, PA 15801.
