Robert Joseph Sapien

Robert “Bob” Joseph Sapien, 71 years, of Glendale, entered into rest on Friday, July 22, 2022 in Glendale, Arizona. He was born on July 27, 1950 to the late Arthur J. Sapien and Rose Gortarez Sapien of Glendale, AZ. Robert attended Cortez High School in Phoenix and graduated in 1968. He enlisted in the United States Air Force in September of 1969. Robert was assigned to the U.S. Air Force Security Police Squadron. He served in active duty in Virginia, California and the Panama Canal Zone. Robert amazingly earned four stripes and the rank of Staff Sergeant before he was honorably discharged in 1973. Robert J. Sapien married Julie V. Sapien on September 9, 1972 at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Parish in Phoenix, Arizona. Together, they raised three sons and one daughter. After retiring from the Air Force, he furthered his education, becoming a certified electronics technician at Arizona Institute of Electronic Technology in 1974. Later, Robert gained an associate’s degree in electronics through Glendale Community college. Robert J. Sapien first worked for Motorola and Honeywell. But he spent 25 years as an Electronics Technician for Intel Corporation in Chandler, AZ. He retired from Intel in February 11, 2015 just shy of 65 years old.

Robert J. Sapien was a wonderful husband, son, brother, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. He was a very hard worker and an amazing provider. His family always had what they needed, even more! He loved his family very much and they loved him even more!!! He protected and took very good care of his wife Julie and four children. He would do anything for anyone!! Robert enjoyed traveling and spending precious time with his family. Almost every year, he would take his family on special vacations. These vacations would either be camping up north in the mountains or having fun at the California amusement parks & beaches. At one point in his career, Robert had a few long work training assignments up in Oregon where he would spend a year at a time. His wife and kids would spend the summers up there with him and had a blast! He also had a special interest in repairing electronics, which he would do a lot in his free time. He could fix any tv, vcr, radio or computer! Robert had talent in not only electronics, but auto mechanics, electricity and plumbing. He was able to make big repairs to his vehicles and home on his own without much effort. His sons would assist him and they also learned several mechanic skills from him! Robert took after his own father Arthur, who was a very talented carpenter. He learned how to construct and build furniture and other things from wood. Robert made large room additions to his own home with help from his brother Thomas and his sons Steven, Julian and Andrew. Robert loved to enjoy and see new movies whether it was in the theater or at home in his big comfy recliner and in front of his big screen TV. Robert also enjoyed helping people and feeding people. He would always be quick to go deliver a yummy meal to family or friends just to see their faces light up. Robert loved to entertain, especially for the Fourth of July! Everyone would be invited over to watch fireworks and he would grill the best steaks on earth! He had the biggest heart and most beautiful smile! Robert will be truly missed and forever loved by all of his family and friends! He is resting up in Heaven watching over us all! Until we meet again!

“Rest in peace Daddy! We love you so much!” – Your daughter

John 16:22

“Therefore you too have grief now; but I will see you again, and your heart will rejoice, and no one will take your joy away from you.

Robert J. Sapien is survived by his loving spouse of 50 years, Julie V. Sapien; four children: Steven Sapien (Theresa Velasquez), Julian Sapien (Sue Sapien), Andrew Sapien (Diann Sapien), Jessica Sapien-Tober (Francisco Tober); brother: Thomas J. Sapien (Guadalupe Sapien); Grandchildren: Camila Sapien, Lilian Sapien, Xavier Sapien, Reese Sapien, Gabriel Sapien; and many other loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his Father, Arthur J. Sapien; Mother Rose G. Sapien; and Brother Arthur P. Sapien (widow Artemisa Sapien).

Funeral service for Robert J. Sapien will be held at 10am on Monday, August 1, 2022 at the Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary. Address: 7924 N 59th Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85301

Online condolences can be given at www.chapelofthechimesmortuary.com