Robert Wayne Hoskins

Robert Wayne Hoskins passed away peacefully in Easton, MD, on May 13, 2023, at the age of 83, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 5, 1940, in Wheeling, WV, to Robert W Hoskins and Anna Williams Hoskins. He graduated from West Virginia University with a Bachelor’s degree. While there he played trumpet in the marching band and was in the Navy ROTC program. He taught high school science for two years during which time he married the love of his life, Frances Lewis. They continued to Ohio State University where he earned a MS in Science and started his career with E.I. DuPont. Years later, he began a 20-year career working for American Cyanamid in NJ. He completed his MBA from Fairleigh Dickinson University in NJ and pursued his interests in International Business in Southeast Asia, moving his family to Hong Kong for four years where he was Dir. of Agricultural products for the Far East. He continued working for American Cyanamid until 1995 when he worked for FMC Corp. as Business Development Dir. in Philadelphia, PA, and VP in Princeton, NJ. He also studied for and obtained his license as a Certified Financial Planner. Prior to retirement, Bob enjoyed downhill skiing in Vermont and Colorado and sailing in Hong Kong. He continued sailing the Chesapeake Bay, enjoying membership in the Miles River Yacht Club, golfing, volunteering at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum and at the Waterfowl Festival. Bob was an avid woodcarver of birds and ducks, exhibiting at various shows. For the last 30 years, he sang classical liturgical music with the New Jersey Master Chorale. He is a member of Sts Peter and Paul Church in Easton. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Frances Lewis Hoskins; their two children, Stephanie Kelton (Kevin) and Rob Hoskins, Jr., of NJ; five grandchildren with whom he shared a special bond, Madison, Robbie C., Joseph, Michael, and Maryanne; two brothers, Gary Hoskins of Charleston, WV (formerly of Glen Dale) and Edward Hoskins of Wheeling, WV; and many nieces and nephews. He will be remembered with a smile. Private interment will be held at the convenience of the family with a “Celebration of Life” service being held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, it is suggested memorial contributions be made to St. Francis Xavier Church, 912 7th St., Moundsville, WV 26041 or St. Jude Church, 710 Jefferson Ave., Glen Dale, WV 26038.

Robert Wayne Hoskins

May 5, 1940 - May 13, 2023