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Eugene Robert "Bob" Valleau

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Eugene Robert "Bob" Valleau Lansing Eugene Robert "Bob" Valleau, went to his final rest in the arms of Jesus on November 13, 2010. Born on August 25, 1943, in Buckley Michigan to Eugene Valleau and Cleo Flansburg Cook. He graduated from Traverse City High School in 1960 and then Ferris Institute of Technology in 1963. Married to Cherryl Webber August 20, 1965. Bob has worked for the US Postal Service for nearly 30 years as an Electronic Technician. Prior to his career as a public servant, he enjoyed many occupations working the Alaska Pipeline Project and in Lansing as an Auto Mechanic. An active and creative man, he would design and build boats and bicycles. He always took time for the young people in his life and made each one feel they were important. Survived by his wife, Cherryl, daughter Amy, son Adam, child of heart Elizabeth, and beloved granddaughter Alexandria. His mother Cleo, sisters Linda (Jim) Keely, Janette (Stan) Steed, brother Chuck Valleau. The family would like to thank his friends in the maintenance department of the U.S. Postal Service, Lansing office, for all of their love and caring. Visitation and services will be held at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. Friends may visit Wednesday, November 17, from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Services will be held at 12:00 noon on Thursday, November 18. Luncheon to follow at the VFW Post 701, 123 N. Rosemary St., Lansing, MI, 48911. Online condolences may be sent at www.gorslineruncimanlansing.com

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Nov. 16, 2010.

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Dawn Spillane

November 16, 2010

Nature

As a fond mother, when the day is o'er,
Leads by the hand her little child to bed,
Half willing, half reluctant to be led,
And leave his broken playthings on the floor,
Still gazing at them through the open door,
Nor wholly reassured and comforted
By promises of others in their stead,
Which, though more splendid, may not please him more;
So Nature deals with us, and takes away
Our playthings one by one, and by the hand
Leads us to rest so gently, that we go
Scarce knowing if we wish to go or stay,
Being too full of sleep to understand
How far the unknown transcends the what we know.

By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
The Poetry Foundation

Sylvia Dennis

November 16, 2010

It was always amazing to watch Bob as he spread his lunch or breakfast, on the table. We were jealous that such a small person could consume that amount of food daily, and not gain a pound. I know that he is some place enjoying his love of food again. I hope the cooks were ready. My condolences to the family.

Chris Sokoloski

November 16, 2010

You and your family are in our thoughts in this difficult time. I hope that all of you find comfort and happiness in the cherished memories of him.

Duran Martinez

November 16, 2010

To my friend Amy and her family: Knowing you in our younger years must truly be a reflection of his work as a parent. For all of your kindness I can only hope for your comfort in this difficult time.

Suzanne Moore

November 16, 2010

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Fred Hiller Sr

November 16, 2010

My condolences to the Valleau family. He will be missed.

Jennifer Ford (nee Sokoloski)

November 16, 2010

Though I never met him personally, he sounds like a great man and my heart goes out to the whole family. God's great peace and comfort to you all.

Larry, Chris & Dan Conroy

November 15, 2010

To the Valleau Family, may the memories of your dad during better days give you comfort during this difficult time.

So sorry for your loss,

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