Clarence R Nottle

C. Robert Nottle, 90, of Clayton, NJ, passed away on May 17, 2026, surrounded by his adoring family, shelves of well-worn books, and photos depicting nine decades of simple, joyous living. Until the very end, he described life as a "bowl of cherries" and fought fiercely to enjoy a few more moments with those he loved. He is survived by Margaret McCafferty, his "child bride" of 35 years. His children, Lance Nottle (late Anne), Lorelle Driever (Robert), Kimberly McCafferty, Buddy McCafferty (Patti) and Collin McCafferty (Nickolette), his grandchildren Jarrett Driever, Aiden McCafferty, Lindsay Driever, Logan Driever and Finnius McCafferty, his brother Edward Nottle (late Pat) and countless nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Clarence and Dorothea Nottle, Aunt Bea and Uncle David Young, Sister Ruth Reynolds (Jim), brother John (Elly) former wife Jill McGonigal (Earl): Grandnephew Jeremiah Yetter, and Grandniece Kelsey Brown.

Bob's childhood began in Palmyra, NJ, where, as the oldest of four, he was raised by his parents in a small duplex bursting at the seams. He and his brother Ed eventually made their way to Aunt Bea and Uncle Dave's more spacious Riverton home, where they had independence and Bob could steer clear of Ed's shenanigans. Bob graduated from Palmyra High School in 1954 and through his 80's he remained loyal to his classmates, attending every planned Reunion.

Following high school, he joined the Navy, and after serving in Virginia, he never strayed far from home, instead basking in the familiar. For decades, he contentedly worked at the Riverton Post Office while raising his Lancer and Lori with his first wife Jill in Cinnaminson. His job afforded him the time and energy to engage fully and frequently with his kids and their friends, a gift he happily accepted, and as of his last breath, he remained devoted to the Cinnaminson kids he met during that period.

He met the lovely Marg midway through life, and thanks to their union, a new and improved family emerged, one focused on their shared values. Bob had the privilege of being a Dad again to Kim, Bud and Collin, a role he treasured. Years later after welcoming five grandchildren into his life, he became affectionately known as Pop-pop, and in this capacity, perhaps because he never lost sight of the child within, he excelled. He saw the grandkids frequently, took each of them on trips with Marg, and monthly for over 20 years, he wrote them letters. He was a voracious reader who gifted them hundreds of books, but he knew when to be silly and had fun in those moments. He inspired good character development and encouraged them to open their hearts and minds, never once speaking derogatorily about any human being based on the color of his or her skin, religion, or any other difference. He represented a safe place, offered a non-judgmental ear, and was always there when needed. As he bled green, the family sent him off to transition in head-to-toe "Iggles" wear with Les Miserables and an Iggles bookmark by his side. We hope God isn't a Giants fan and that somewhere out there, Bob is now having a catch with his amazing Dad.

Please join is for a Mass of Christian Burial at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, 108 W. Broad Avenue, Berlin NJ, on June 6, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., followed by a luncheon at Filomena Cucina Rustica, 13 Cross Keys Road, Berlin NJ at 1:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to Breakthrough TD1 (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) online at www.breakthroughtd1.org or to the Church of The Good Shepherd, 108 W. Broad Ave., Berlin NJ.