He graduated from Cooley High School in Detroit and served honorably in the U.S. Army as a Military Policeman. Bob spent his 35-year career as a supervisor at General Motors' Fisher Body Plant in Livonia.
Affectionately known as "O'Bob" by those who knew him best - a nickname he loved and laughed at, derived from his wife calling on him to do something. He slightly modified the nickname as a nod to his proud Irish heritage. He found silly and utter joy in the nickname - especially when his grandchildren, children and those closest to him used it for fun and with laughter.
Survived by Elaine, his bride of 67 years (first date: "From Here To Eternity" in 1953; engaged on Valentine's Day 1954); daughter Evon (Carl) Buckley and son, Todd Robert (Sandy) Goyer. He was the proud grandfather of the late Ryan, Philip Robert, Hope, Caitlin, and Lauren.
Bob was strong, devoted and a rock … the definition of what a husband and father should be. He deeply missed so many loving relatives and friends who passed before him in recent years. In lieu of flowers, Bob would have appreciated peace, a smile at a friend or neighbor, and consideration of a contribution to Angela Hospice, 14100 Newburgh Rd, Livonia, MI 48154 (www.angelahospice.org) or the Alzheimer's Association 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601 (www.alz.org).
Family and friends may visit on Sunday - August 22, 2021 from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. (with a Rosary recitation at 7:30 p.m.) at Harry J. Will Funeral Home 37000 West Six Mile Road, Livonia, Michigan 48152. On Monday - August 23, 2021 visitation continues at St. Edith Catholic Church, 15089 Newburgh Rd, Livonia, MI 48154 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. Burial will immediately follow mass at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
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