Robert James (Bob/HoHo) Tarantino

Acworth, Georgia – Mr. Robert James “Bob” “HoHo” Tarantino, age 77, a cherished husband, devoted father, and beloved grandfather, passed away peacefully at the residence of his daughter in Warrenton, Georgia on March 17, 2025. He was the loving husband of Mrs. Sandra Behrndt Tarantino and the son of the late Arthur Eli Tarantino and Ruth Gagnon Tarantino.

A native of Chevy Chase, Maryland, Mr. Tarantino later made Acworth his home, where his kindness and vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Following high school, Bob enlisted in the United States Navy, where he honorably served as a Hospital Corpsman Third Class. A proud Vietnam veteran, he earned the Purple Heart for his bravery and dedication to his country.

After his distinguished military service, Bob dedicated himself to a career in educational administration, bringing his leadership and commitment to the field. However, his greatest joy in life was always his family, whom he treasured. Fondly remembered for his role as Santa Claus, Bob found immense happiness in bringing smiles to children’s faces, listening to their Christmas wishes, and sharing in their joy.

Bob leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Sandra Behrndt Tarantino; his daughter, Desiree Tarantino Hinton and her husband Ben of Warrenton; and his three sons: Anthony Tarantino and his wife Melissa of Cumming, Georgia, Arthur Tarantino and his wife Reyna of Whitesburg, Georgia, and Michael Tarantino and his wife Kimberly of Kennesaw, Georgia. He was the proud grandfather of thirteen grandchildren: Isabella, Carmine, Roland, Eli, Dominic, Cora Mae, Alexa, Olivia, Giovanni, Evelyn, Oliver, Rosaleigh, and Eleanor.

He is also survived by his sister, Diane M.T. North, Ph.D., of Hendersonville, North Carolina; and his two brothers, David Arthur Tarantino, and Arthur E. Tarantino, M.D. Bob was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Ruth Lynne Kipp.

A Requiem Mass will be held Friday, April 25, 2025 @ 12 Noon at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church 1618 Ben King Road Kennesaw, Georgia, followed by burial with Military Honors at 3:00 pm in Georgia National Cemetery 1080 Scott Hudgens Drive Canton, Georgia 30114.

Lowe Funeral Home 77 West Gibson Street Warrenton, Georgia 30828  www.lowefuneralhomes.net

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