Aaron Robb, 56
Aaron Robb, 56, a lifelong Coeur d’Alene resident and successful businessman, died Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023.
Aaron was born in Coeur d'Alene on Dec. 2, 1966, to Tom and Mary (Blair) Robb. He was the youngest of their two boys.
Aaron graduated from Gonzaga Prep High School and was a member of The 1982 State Championship Football Team. He graduated from the University of Notre Dame and was a member of the 1988 National Championship Football Team. He also was a member of the Notre Dame Monogram Club.
Growing up, Aaron was continually getting bruised and battered playing sports with his older brother, Mike. They had wars in the front yard. Many of them. It made Aaron tougher and better.
Aaron owned and operated the Coeur d'Alene Iron Horse Bar & Grill for the past 30 years. His work tribe of employees, vendors and regular customers were all like family. Many memories and friendships were made in the years Aaron was there.
Aaron developed his business acumen and work ethic from his parents, Tom and Mary. More importantly, they instilled in him the importance of family. His older brother, Mike, was Aaron’s biggest fan; likewise, Aaron looked up to Mike. Aaron could often be heard speaking fondly of his big brother.
Aaron, aka “Porkchop,” treated everyone he met with kindness and respect. Once you were in his inner circle, you were in it for life as he trusted you as family. He was very fortunate to have many lifelong friends. He always wanted to know about you first before he would share his news. He never spoke down to anyone. He had a quiet demeanor unless you knew him. He was a caring and a gentle soul. He had a great sense of humor. He let his actions speak louder than his words. He could be quick with a verbal jab and delivered it with his engaging smile. He was a legendary storyteller around the campfire.
He was an avid reader and deep thinker who was always reading a book. He was a huge fan of the Peanuts comic strip, he collected Peanuts memorabilia, and every holiday card he sent had a Peanuts theme. He loved nature, hiking, camping, boating, Prichard, Idaho, and hanging out with friends.
Just a good person, humble and kind with a quiet confidence and quiet swagger. He will be missed by many.
Aaron was preceded in death by his dad, Tom Robb; his uncle, Gary, and aunt Gloria.
He is survived by his mom, Mary; his brother, Mike; sister-in-law Patty; nephew David and niece Abby; aunt Debbie and uncle Kim Smith; aunt Gail Robb; cousins Kris (Steve) Swanson, Terry (Lisa) Robb and Shelby, Connor and Sarah Smith.
Aaron loved animals. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation in his name to Companions Animal Center (formerly Kootenai Humane Society).
A memorial will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023, at Iron Horse downtown Coeur d'Alene.
