Robert C. Ahn, Jr.,” Big Bob" 72 years of age of Tamaqua, Pennsylvania passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at home while in the tender care of his wife of 47 years; Julie A. (Green) Ahn and his family.

Born Tuesday, September 15, 1953 in Allentown, Pennsylvania the son o the late Robert C. Sr. and Gizella (Domitrovitz) Ahn. Bob was also predeceased by bonus son, Joey; sister, Debbie Ahn.

Surviving in addition to his wife are; his favorite daughter, Katelynn N. Ahn; sons, Robert C. Ahn, III, Thomas J. Ahn, Jason D. Ahn companion Kristen Smith; brother, David Ahn and his wife Karen, sisters, Nancy Gary,Judy Korpics and her husband Frank; grandchildren; Robert C. Ahn IV and Nicholas Ahn who bob raised as sons; Dominic, Alexander, Damian, Jason Jr., Degan, Eli, Mason, Nathan, Karson, Kamren, Keleid, Jaydyn, Ariah.

Bob graduated from Northampton High School in 1971 and went on to serve honorably in the United States Air Force. A skilled electrician, he trained at the Bell & Howell Institute in New Jersey and later worked for Altadis USA Inc. in McAdoo. Bob had a brilliant mind for technology and was always chasing new creative challenges. Many will fondly remember the hovercraft he built from scratch, as well as the 3D printer he constructed well before they hit the market. His talents also extended to woodworking; as Commander of the Lansford American Legion Post 123 from 2004 to 2006, Bob beautifully hand-built the post's bar. Bob also operated Coins to Ring's at the Hometown Auction where he turned old coins into beautiful jewelry.

Pending arrangements entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation services, Inc. 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550

A Celebration of Bob's Life will be announced at a later date.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com