Robert Cameron Donovan, 84, of Longwood FL, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2025, after a lengthy illness. Bob was born on January 27, 1941, in Greenwich, CT to William and Elizabeth (Cameron) Donovan. Bob was always a hard worker with an incredible work ethic. He proudly spoke about working and having many jobs since the age of eight, including jobs delivering newspapers, setting up bowling pins at the local bowling alley, working at a pet store, and working at the Electrolux factory. After graduating from Old Greenwich High School, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Management from the University of Connecticut, where he was a member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon and Alpha Phi Omega fraternities. He served in the US Army National Guard. He later went on to earn his MBA from Rivier University and obtained certifications as a Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) and a Certified Benefits Professional (CBP). Bob started his career in "personnel" at Edwards and Company in Norwalk, CT. It was here that he met Charlotte, the love of his life, in 1963. Charlotte and Bob eloped after dating for one month. They joyously celebrated 61 years of marriage in September 2024. Throughout his distinguished career, Bob held human resources, compensation/benefits, labor relations and leadership positions. He worked for GTE Products Corporation for several years, eventually serving as the VP of International Human Resources, supporting human resources activities in 35 countries. In this role he traveled extensively to Latin America, Europe, Canada and the Far East, with Charlotte joining him on many adventures. He worked for Computer Sciences Raytheon in Melbourne, FL and most recently topped off his career working for JT3 in Las Vegas, NV, where he was the Vice President of Human Resources and CHRO. His career allowed his family to live and create many friendships in wonderful areas of the US, including Londonderry, NH; Longwood, FL; Cleveland, OH; and Henderson, NV. After retirement, Bob and Charlotte first relocated to Scarborough, ME to be near their daughter, Heather and her family, Steve and Cameron on the Maine seacoast. Craving warmer weather, they then relocated to Longwood, FL for the sunshine and to live close to their daughter, Cheryl. Bob enjoyed food and was a terrific cook. His meatball recipe was legendary. In addition to spending time with his family, he loved a good pina colada, Maine lobsters, swimming in the pool and ocean, and relaxing in the sun. He had a beautiful voice and enjoyed all music and playing the piano. He loved musicals, westerns and "war movies". He was very proud of his full head of hair. Bob will be fondly remembered for his kindness, integrity, work ethic and humor. He valued honesty and commitment, consistently exemplifying these virtues throughout his life. Along with his loving wife, Bob is survived by his daughter Cheryl (Donovan) Shine of Altamonte Springs, FL; daughter Heather (Donovan) Jury and son-in-law Steve Jury of Scarborough ME, and granddaughter Cameron Donovan Jury of Medford, MA. He is also survived by his sister Shirley Currey of Old Greenwich, CT; brother Bill Donovan and sister-in-law Jeanne Donovan of Southbury, CT, and his beloved nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, and son-in-law Paul Shine. He will also be missed by their cat, Dunstan, as well as his grandpets Bogie, Belvedere, Stewie and Hank. Bob's family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Advent Health Hospice for their care and compassion which they provided not only to Bob but also to Charlotte, Cheryl and Heather during his final weeks. Additionally, they want to extend a warm thank you to the Seminole County EMS and firefighters. A celebration of his life is planned for Sunday, April 6th at Baldwin Brothers Funeral & Cremation Society in Apopka, FL. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Advent Health Hospice Care. We will miss you, Our Bob, the best Bob of all the Bobs.