It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Frederick Scholl, Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, who left us on July 6, 2025, at the age of 78. Bob, who was born in Long Branch, NJ to Doris and Robert Scholl, grew up in Rahway, NJ and attended Glassboro State College (now Rowan University) in Glassboro, NJ. He fell in love with the South Jersey area and ultimately settled in Woodbury Heights, where he lived for approximately 35 years before moving to The Villages, Florida.

Bob taught 8 ^th grade math and pre-algebra at the West Deptford Middle School (WDMS) in West Deptford, NJ for 41 years. He loved teaching and that love was reflected by the number of his students who went on to teach math. Bob was head of the WDMS math department, served as the lead negotiator of the WDMS teachers union, coached the middle school basketball team for eight years, and was named 2005 Gloucester County Teacher of the Year.  A teacher at heart, Bob was full of enthusiasm, wonder, and curiosity, and he never stopped learning and teaching, even after retirement.

In addition to teaching, Bob had an unlimited passion for gardening and landscaping. You could always find him out in his yard—meticulously caring for every blade of grass and every flowerbed or building terraces, installing sprinklers and digging in the dirt. It was one of his happy places, a quiet escape where he poured in his patience and love.

Bob's free spirit was reflected in his love of nature and the open road. In his younger years, he hiked parts of the Appalachian Trail from Maine through Pennsylvania. Whether he was cruising on his motorcycle with friends or zipping around in his prized convertible sports car with the top down, he embraced the freedom and adventure that came with the ride.  He believed life was more about the journey than the destination, and he frequently said, "The trip is in the taking".

Known for his quick wit and one-of-a-kind sense of humor, Bob brought laughter to every room he entered. He had a gift for making people smile—whether it was through a perfectly timed joke, a playful comment during a game, or simply the way he saw the world with a lighthearted spirit.

Bob treasured his friendships, both new and old. In addition to sharing many wonderful experiences with them, Bob enjoyed sharing his time and talents, happily helping friends and neighbors with projects at their homes and yards.

A huge fan of Philadelphia sports, Bob proudly cheered on the Eagles and the Phillies, never missing a chance to support his teams—through wins, losses, and everything in between.

Above all, Bob loved his family. Bob will be remembered for his caring heart. He was thoughtful and loving, always putting others first and finding small ways to show he cared. His presence made those around him feel safe, loved, and appreciated.

Bob is survived by his devoted wife, Evelyn; his daughter, Tracy Kasper (Doug), step-children Joseph Dries, Erik Dries (Angie); his grandchildren, AJ Kasper, Payton Kasper; step-grandchildren Erik Dries, Jr. (Emily), Matthew Dries, Jaxon Dries; great-grandchildren Noah Dries, Lincoln Dries, Nora Dries; his sisters Doris DeCicco, Peggy Weiland, Patricia Medalis, and brother Richard Scholl; and many nieces and nephews. He loved them all dearly and his happiest moments were when he was spending time with them all.

Bob was predeceased by his parents Robert and Doris, his brothers Stanley (Stash) and William (Billy) Scholl, as well as his sisters Madeline, Loretta (Lori) Scholl and Evelyn (Evie) Leckie.

Though our hearts are broken, we are grateful for the memories, the laughter, and the legacy of love he leaves behind.

A celebration of his life will be planned later this year. Bob often said, "I've had a good life." He was a good man whose heart was bigger than life.

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