Robert Lee McAlpine, talented carpenter

Robert Lee McAlpine, 82, of Harbeson, formerly of Wellsburg, W.Va., passed away Sunday, Aug. 23, 2020, at Beebe Healthcare in Lewes.

He was born in Beech Bottom, W.Va., Oct. 29, 1937, son of the late Robert McAlpine and the late Nellie Mae (Hall) McAlpine.  After graduating from high school, Bob proudly served his country in the U.S. Army.

Bob retired as a plumber and pipefitter with the Plumbers Local #27 in Pittsburgh, Pa., and moved to Harbeson in 1985.  He was a member of the American Legion and enjoyed riding his bicycle and woodworking.  Bob was a talented carpenter and built several custom homes throughout his lifetime as well.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Cathy McAlpine in 2011; and three siblings, Alan McAlpine, James McAlpine and Arlene McAlpine.  Bob is survived by his son, Robert B. McAlpine and his wife Rhonda of Avella, Pa.; a daughter, Charis Paugh of Harbeson; three grandsons, Ian Lohr, Connor McAlpine and Chase McAlpine; and several nieces and nephews.  

A private interment service will be held at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Millsboro.

Arrangements by the Long Neck Chapel of Melson Funeral Services.

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