Robert “Bob” Michael Peregrin
July 3, 1957 – January 10, 2020
Robert “Bob” Michael Peregrin, 62, entered eternal peace with his Lord and Savior on Friday, January 10, 2020. Bob was born in Plainfield, New Jersey on July 3, 1957, to the late Robert and Patricia Peregrin, the oldest of four children. Bob met the love of his life, Donna (DJ) Davis, and they married on July 18, 1986. They spent the next 33 years together until Bob’s untimely passing. Of the marriage, 2 children were born, Jacob and Sam.
Bob graduated high school from Bishop McGuiness High School in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and later graduated from Central State University in 1979. He earned his Juris Doctorate in 1982 from the University of Oklahoma College of Law. Bob began his legal career with an Oklahoma City law firm in 1982 and subsequently was a founding member and shareholder of Daugherty, Fowler, Peregrin, Haught & Jensen, P.C. Bob’s legal practice was focused on assisting clients on Federal Aviation Administration and International Registry matters involving the sale, registration, leasing and financing of private, corporate and commercial aircraft. Bob’s expertise in aviation matters earned him recognition by the International Who’s Who of Aviation Lawyers and The Best Lawyers in American for equipment finance law. Bob frequently spoke at seminars and professional conferences on topics relevant to FAA and International Registry matters. Bob also served on many committees and boards, including the International Registry Advisory Board and the Legal Advisory Panel for the International Registry.
Bob’s professional memberships included the American Bar Association, the ABA’s Business Law Section and Forum Committee on Air and Space Law, the National Business Aviation Association, the National Aircraft Finance Association, and the Association of Aircraft Title Lawyers. Bob was admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States, the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit and the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma.
Bob was a fourth degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do and enjoyed martial arts, Jiu-Jitsu, competitive shooting sports and riding his Indian Vintage Chief motorcycle.
Although Bob had many professional legal accomplishments and honors for his service in the legal aviation industry, his biggest source of pride and joy was his family. For Bob, family was first and foremost and nothing brought Bob greater joy and comfort than being with and spending time with his family. Bob was an avid baseball fan and he spent countless hours coaching not only his sons in the skill of the game, but many other young men as well. In addition to his devotion to family, Bob’s relentless commitment to generosity of time, talent and treasures left a lasting impression on many individuals, churches and organizations, both professionally and personally. Bob was also committed to the gift of both professional and personal mentoring, acts of kindness, and his selfless giving enthusiasm for life. He leaves his loving memories, storytelling, gracious and good-natured teasing, good humor, and nickname giving, to be cherished by all who knew him, including family, friends, and co-workers. Bob is survived by his wife, Donna, his son, Jacob and his wife Amy, his son, Sam and his wife Brooke and his loyal Belgian Malinois dog, Belle; his brother, Mark and wife Shannon; sister’s Lynn and husband Gregg and Susan and husband Rick, along with many nephews, nieces, and other extended family and many lifetime friends. The family will greet family and friends for a celebration of his life on Saturday, January 18th at 3:00 pm at Frontline Church, located at 1104 N Robinson Ave., Oklahoma City, OK 73103. The family express their heartfelt gratitude and deep appreciation for the personal care and commitment from the entire medical team at INTEGRIS Baptist Medical Center on Northwest Expressway in Oklahoma City. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that a memorial donation be made in Bob’s name to the following ministries/charities of your choice, each of which were important to Bob in their mission: (i) All Things Possible Ministries (ATP)/Victor Marx (info@victormarx.com); (ii) S.O.W.W. (Special Operations Wounded Warriors Charity/843.390.0086); (iii) The Guardian Group (800.380.8913/contact@guardiangroup.org); or (iv) Boy’s Ranch Town (405.341.3606 / 5100 E. 33rd Street, Edmond, Oklahoma 73013). Be still and know that I am God. Psalm 46:10
A simple note from friend and colleague:
I am searching for any way to express my deepest sorrow and heaviness of heart over the loss of Bob Peregrin – husband, farther, brother and friend. The pain of our loss is great, but not so great that Bob’s Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ, cannot overcome with with peace.
Professionally, Bob has meant the world to me, as he has served me with wise counsel, and as my favorite aviation lawyer with which I could commiserate over FAA issues. The world of aviation law has lost a pillar among its finest. I have lost a true friend and colleague.
Personally, I continually flash through a mental slide show of many wonderful memories of our times together at school events, raising boys who have been close friends since grade school. My son, Evan, can hardly imagine the loss.
Please know that Kristi, my children Evan, Grace and Sam and I have been regularly in prayer for you all over the past week and a half.
Now, we commit to continue praying that our God will bring you peace, peace only He can give during this time of deep loss.
In Christ,
Jack
I first met Bob 46 years ago when we both worked at the Across The Street restaurant on N May Ave. We have been friends ever since. We attended UCO (Central State University) together and played softball, bowling and many other activities.
He was like a brother to me along with Mark. Bob has been there for me over the years and he will be greatly missed!
I wish to offer my heartfelt condolences to Donna, Jacob, Sam, Mark, Lynn, Susan and their families.
My heart breaks for Donna and her family. I came to know them through my artwork and we maintained a relationship thereafter. May God put his arms around you at this confusing and sad time and offer the solace that only He can provide. Prayers for peace and understanding. Cynde Roof
Bob was always a person of the highest integrity and yet he was so patient with others who lacked his personal inner strength. His inner power and discipline was formidable. Like a lot of people, I moved my family to Houston nearly 30 years ago, and lost contact with Bob and Donna and its through that prism that I still see him. I remember him as an avid softball player and Karate master. He and I used to play on the same team (The Jokers) with our friends. We also often played as guests on other teams looking for “big bats,” and Bob had a big bat. You challenged Bob at your own risk and everyone knew it. He handled several legal matters for me and my wife Jeannie in the past, always with integrity and forthrightness. God sometimes to takes the best of us early and he certainly did this time. Jeannie and I would like to extend our heart felt condolences and prayers to Donna, Jacob, Sam, Mark, Lynn, Susan and the rest of the family.
Bob was one of my closest friends. We were alike in many ways and had many similar interests. I first met Bob when he was 16 years old. A 46 year friendship. I am in pain right now and will be for a long time, but at the same time I know that Bob was a devout Christian man. God will keep Bob in his fold forever. My heartfelt condolences go to his wife Donna and his two sons Jacob and Sam. Also to his brother Mark and his two sisters Lynn and Susan.
We are in a state of sorrow for the Peregrin family at the loss of their wonderful husband, dad, brother, friend.
Donna, I want to hug you and be with you right now. We have lost touch since our boys graduated from high school, but I have never forgotten you and our friendship.
Jacob and Sam, you are amazing young men and I know you are heartbroken. Your dad was a great man .
I remember several times Alan and I enjoyed Bob and Donna’s company at school events, dinner together…a few times but ones that we remember well. Bob was always so kind, friendly, fun and loving. Our hearts are crying with you.
Donna, I never had the pleasure of meeting you, but Bob always spoke highly of you as a loving, strong wife. I met Bob probably 25 years or so ago, down here in Texas, participating in some classes somewhat outside his legal field. We enjoyed lots of conversation over the years, and I always looked forward to a class with him. The last couple of times we talked on the phone, he was excited about getting Bella. I’m sorry I can’t attend the services, but please know that I held Bob in the highest esteem. We will be missed, especially in our “TR family”. So sorry for your loss, he leaves this earth too soon. God Bless all of you and your family.
We will miss Bob greatly!!
Bob was my brother Jim’s age, and Mark my age. We were in the same classes from the early years at St. Eugene through Bishop McGuinness. We had many a sleep over at each others house in the Village through our youth. Then continued through our twenties and thirties. As with a lot of folks, we followed different paths from there, but Bob was always there for us and friends whenever it was called for!
So many memories come to mind! Bowling from my second grade on, sandlot football games, Across The Street, Kennedy’s, golf, many years of softball on the Jokers, poker games, Jim and Bob on The Red Foxes with Mark and I as bat boys at times, weddings, and so much more!!
Bob was a great man and example of how to lead your life! I already miss you Bob!! Our thoughts are with Donna, the boys, Mark, Sue, Lynn, and the rest of the family!!
I had the privilege of working with Bob for many years. He was not only our trusted FAA attorney but also a friend. I learned so much from Bob, and he made every closing an enjoyable experience, especially when there was a line at the FAA window… Bob would usually fill the time with conversation about baseball. I will especially treasure the memory of going with Bob and Tara to a game at Fenway Park and how excited he was to be there. My deepest condolences to Bob’s family, friends, and colleagues. He will be missed by many. Sincerely, Colleen Quigley
Just this afternoon it was shared with me of Bob’s passing this past month. For all those who have known and are still in the grieving stage, I am just now trying to come to grips as to how this could happen and I am just completely devastated and saddened. My most heartfelt condolences to Bob’s wife and his sons, to his brother, Mark, and his sister and their immediate families. Unfortunately, I lost touch with Bob when I moved to Orlando, Florida quite awhile back. I am so glad that I was able to spend a small amount of time talking to him recently and finally meeting his wife after thirty (30) years despite the circumstances that brought us together for another solemn occasion.
I met Bob when I was a freshman in college at Central State University and he was attending law School at OU. We both along with a host of other colorful characters played softball together on a team called “The Jokers.” Most of Bob’s time during this period was dominated by his legal studies, so he didn’t spend a lot of off field time imbibing with the team in their favorite beverages. However, on the field it was joy watching him exercise his frustrations from his long hours of studying by destroying that poor leather white sphere with his bat and ensuring that same spherical object did not get past him at third base. Knowing that I too had a desire to pursue law as a profession as a young college student, Bob took me under his wing like a little brother. In fact, once Bob became a young associate as a litigator at the law firm of Ames, Daugherty, et al., he got me my first legal position there with him where I learned the ins and outs of aircraft title (ironic) with one of the senior partners. From there our friendship and close relationship took off. We were working out at the gym every morning at 6:00 a.m. Working long hours together at the office. Now playing softball together in the lawyer’s league for the “Fighting Yuppies”, as well as multiple tournament teams. We were also participating together in bowling leagues and Wallyball leagues with our close colorful group of friends, as well. If there was any available time in any given day, Bob and I were involved in some kind of sporting activity. Great times were spent going to either OU football or basketball games and Blazer hockey matches.
The one thing you immediately learned from Bob and playing sports with him was his sense of fairness. I can’t think of one time that Bob ever displayed an unsportsmanlike conduct on the field or off because he knew it would negatively reflect on himself and on his teammates. I often wondered with his mild demeanor why he would go to all the trouble to get his black belt, because I could never imagine him using it ever as an offensive or defensive weapon against someone. His skill as an arbiter would diffuse any situation way before having to resort to anything physical. (Although, I pity the fool who tested his physical skills).
Bob’s fair-minded traits transferred into his profession as a lawyer and a litigator. His ethics were uncompromised. He had a couple of good teachers at Ames, Daugherty. Two people within the firm who come to mind are Bill Rogers and Steve Haught. Bob always had a moral compass that pointed in the direction as to what was right, fair and just. Traits you don’t always associate with a person whose name is followed with the title of esquire today.
I will forever remember the two week trip Bob, I and Mark took to Orlando, Florida. It is a memory that I will always fondly remember us three at the peak of our youth before we became husbands and fathers. It’s hard to believe how fast time has passed. Thanks Bob for taking me under your wing oh so many years ago and guiding me down the right path. May you rest in peace. Your old friend, Alberto VO5.
Alzie Smith
I just found out today that Bob passed. I am 1 of many cousins we shared. I don’t know what to say, I am in shock. I pray he didn’t suffer. I am praying for Mark, Karen and Susan ??. God bless Donna and family. I wish we could have stayed close after losing our parents. The Aunts kept us together, Bob’s mom had 3 sisters, all the BEST!! We had a couple family reunions I will never forget ❤️
God bless you, Bob. Until we meet again ?✝️?