Robert W. Parvin, 82, of Vero Beach, Florida met his Lord on October 6, 2014.

He was born December 10, 1931 in Brooklyn, NY and raised in Jacksonville, FL. Bob loved the water, whether on his sailboats or as a professional diver. He spent 10 years on a NOAA research ship as diver and the operator of government computer #002. Bob also designed many subdivisions in his hometown of Jacksonville. Most of all, Bob loved his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 24 years, Dorie; daughters, Sandra Estes, Nancy (Steve) Bell and Dona Parvin; step-son, Gene (Pam) Brunell; four grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and one step-great-grandson. Bob was predeceased by his daughter, Lynda Davis; grandson, Jason Bell and his sister, Joan Hawkins.

A memorial service will be held the Cornerstone Christian Church in Vero Beach, on Sunday, October 26, 2014 at 3:00pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bob's name to Cornerstone Christian Church, 5950 12th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32966

Arrangements are under the direction of Cox Gifford Seawinds Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach. An online guestbook may be signed at www.coxgiffordseawinds.com.