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Robert Salyer Obituary
Robert "Bob" Alan Salyer, age 60, died Thursday, February 21, 2013 at his home. He was born February 5, 1953 in Jackson, Michigan, the son of Role Salyer Jr. and Roma Jean (Vaughn) Salyer. Bob graduated from Chelsea High School in 1971, where he excelled in sports and music. After graduation, he was in the US Army, serving in Germany. Bob attended Washtenaw Community College, worked for Chrysler Proving Grounds in Chelsea during the 80s, and later went into sales, working as a Sales Manager for Harley- Davidson. He coached and played softball in many leagues, and was a member of the American Legion Post 31. He enjoyed riding his Harley, traveling to warm beaches, and he loved to grill and entertain. On May 15, 1993, he married Martha Kay Ewald in Chelsea, Michigan, and she survives. Other survivors include his children, Brett (Mike Jones) Salyer of Alameda, CA, Sarah (Tim) VanSchoick of Chelsea, Gregory McKeighan of Brooklyn, NY; his sisters, Wanda (Don) Koengeter of Chelsea, Brenda (Annette Tector) Salyer of East Hampton, MA; and his brothers, Rodney (Ann) Salyer of Chelsea, Howard (Patricia) Salyer of Salem, OR, and Mike (Adi) Sullivan of Rockford, IL; many nieces and nephews; aunts and uncles, numerous cousins; and many loving friends who have assisted during Bob's illness. He was preceded in death by his parents. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, February 27, 11:00 am at Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea, with Rev. Ann Salyer officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Chelsea, with military honors by American Legion Post 31. The family will receive friends Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to Great Lakes Hospice or American Legion Post 31.
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Mike Sullivan
March 25, 2014
I am so thankful for the opportunity to know Bob. Bob was incredibly welcoming, open and caring. In getting to know Bob I came to know myself a bit better too. I wish our time together had been longer. He will be missed.
March 1, 2013
Martha
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Michelle Mangus
March 1, 2013
Martha, Sarah, Greg & Brett,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cindy Chandonnet
Alfretta Grieb
February 28, 2013
Bob fought a heroic battle and although we tend to think he lost, he is with God now and no longer in pain or suffering. He has won the right to eternal rest. My prayers and sympathy to the entire family especially Martha who was there fighting along with him. I wish I could have made it to the funeral but it wasn't meant to be.
Pat, Kurt, Chris and Tyler Wieneke
February 27, 2013
Martha, Brett and family our thoughts and prayers are with you in Bob's passing.
February 27, 2013
Marth, I just heard of Bob's passing last night. He was such a great and fun guy. I know how much you will miss him. I'm so sad for you and your kids. Who could ever forget that smile and personality of his that goes all the way back to the halls of Chelsea High School in the late 60's-71. He was a friend and motivator and just an overall good guy who made everyone who knew him feel like they were his "best bud".
I love you and will see you soon. Lots of hugs on this difficult day.
Teri
Missy VandenBerg (Colvin)
February 27, 2013
Martha, Sarah, Greg & Brett,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I will continue to pray for your peace and comfort. Love you all!
Jim and Rita Wencel
February 27, 2013
So sorry to hear about Bob. He fought the good fight and will be missed. God Bless your family.
Virginia Ball Gross
February 26, 2013
Martha and family. May God be with you. Bob's body could no longer go on but his spirit will live on and burn brightly like this candle. Cherish and hold tight to his memories
Amy Raab
February 26, 2013
While I never had the privilege of meeting Bob in person, I feel as though I knew him through his wonderful son, Brett. My thoughts and prayers are with you all... Love and Blessings,
Steve Harris
February 26, 2013
Martha, May God's grace & peace comfort you in your time of sorrow. All of us who knew & were friends with Bob will always remember him. We will also remember your love of & dedication to Bob. God Bless you & Bob always. Steve
Jeff Sweet
February 26, 2013
Howard,Brenda and family. You are in my thoughts and prayers
Lowell Dunning
February 26, 2013
Martha and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of about the passing of Bob...I worked with Bob for 2+ years and had the privilege of seeing him at Ann Arbor Harley Davidson while having my bike serviced...My thoughts AND prayers to you!
Renee Allen
February 25, 2013
Oh Martha,
I will always remember how much fun Bob was. He was so accommodating and friendly. He couldn't do enough for you. What a wonderful quality to have and thanks to you, I got to know Bob and enjoy his spirit. Your love for each other was beautiful.
Hugs, kisses, prayers, and very happy memories my friend,
RIP sir.
Phillip Serpetti
February 25, 2013
Martha, I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time. Bob will dearly be missed by all.
Phillip Serpetti
February 25, 2013
Martha, So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time. Bob will dearly be missed.
Joy Reed
February 25, 2013
Martha, My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Sorry I cannot make it to the funeral home but when I talked with Barb today we decided to get together with Patty Goe for lunch and whatever when you're ready.
Andrea Smith
February 25, 2013
Martha and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Angie Smith
February 25, 2013
Bob's smile will be in the minds and hearts of all that knew him. God rest your soul and hold his family in your arms. You truly will be missed by so many. Our prayers are with Martha and Bob's family. Thanks for being a part of our lives.
Ann
February 25, 2013
Dear family, please accept my deepest sympathy and condolences for the loss of your dear Bob. Take comfort in knowing that he is in God's memory and will awaken again.
February 25, 2013
Martha,Wanda,Rod,Howard and Brenda,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Elaine (Burnett) Wage
February 25, 2013
Martha,
Just want you to know that you are in the thoughts of so many people during this difficult time. We are all so sorry for your loss.
Blessings to you,
Pauline Porath and family
February 25, 2013
Martha and family
My sympathy to you at Bob's passing. Love, Teresa Oberly
Susan Dziadzio
February 25, 2013
Martha and Family, we are so sorry for you loss and are praying for you all to find some kind of comfort in the days to come. Susan and Chuck Dziadzio
Rodney Branham
February 24, 2013
You will be missed my friend. Our thoughts are with your family. RIP Bob.
February 24, 2013
Martha and Family,
Sorry to hear of Bob's passing. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Love,
Jim Ewald and Family
Lennie Jo Hardy
February 24, 2013
Martha and family. We are so very sorry for your loss. Bob will be missed, but never forgotten. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
We love you all.
Matt, Lennie Jo, Kailah and Tyler Hardy
Angela Briles
February 24, 2013
Our love, thoughts, and prayers go out to you all! Bob was a wonderful man, full of love! Travis and Kyle will forever cherish their memories of their trip to Michigan, and will keep in their hearts the love they had for Bob!!
Steven Howell
February 24, 2013
My heartfelt condolences to all of the family! My prayers will be with you all while dealing with your loss.
February 24, 2013
Bob's life and his love for all God's people is indeed a powerful sermon. His was a life well lived.
Barbara Bird
Mike & Janet French
February 23, 2013
Martha,
So sorry about Bob, I really thought he would pull through. You guys were the best neighbors ever, and that's how we will remember him.
February 23, 2013
Heartfelt thoughts go out to Martha & all of Bob's family and friends. There are so many lives Bob touched in a positive way, so many memories and stories, so many hearts that are feeling sadness, because he was here, because he was loved! We are so sorry for your loss. Bob will be missed.
Jim & Wendy Hava
Mike Jones
February 23, 2013
Martha,
Sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I hadn't seen him in a long time but I'll never forget the good times we had playing softball. Me and some of the guys will see you on Tuesday.
Ed Schwartzberger
February 23, 2013
On a personal note, I worked with Bob at industrial plastics for four years, and we ate a lot of Wolverine Cheeseburger, and did what good friends do.
Brett - I've known you since you were born. Bob was very proud of you. I know that he was a great Dad to all of you.
Martha- our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Swabs and Sue Schwartzberger
Ed Schwartzenberger
February 23, 2013
To the family of our friend Bob. Just want to let the family know that the boys from our softball team will miss Bob dearly. When Bob told you that you were playing ball on any given weekend and you had a sponsor, then you played. Bob always put on a good time for all of us. We all loved playing softball and going to the Wolverine Bar to celebrate after winning the tourney and taking first place three years straight. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Ed and Vic Schwartzenberger, Mike Jones, Morris Riddle, Mike Prystep, Kirby Hudgins, Larry Seiber, Charlie Copeland, JJ
You will never be forgotten
February 23, 2013
Bob will be missed, he had alot of passion for life. I was blessed to have known Bob and be one of his many friend's.
Roy Nicholson
February 23, 2013
Martha, So sorry for you loss. I am Dan Whitesall's wife~and I know how you must be feeling~I am hoping Dan will welcome Bob into heaven. Again, I am so sorry, Denise Whitesall
Linda Sayers
February 22, 2013
Martha,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Linda Sayers (co UMI employee)
Eddie Schwartzenberger
February 22, 2013
To the Family of our friend Bob Just want to let the family know that the boys from our softball team will miss Bob dearly.when Bob told you that you were playing ball on any given weekend and you had a sponsor , than you played. Bob always put on a good time for all of us! We all loved playing softball and going to the Wolverine bar to celebrate and taking 1st place 3 yrs. straight. So sorry for your loss. Eddie and Vic Schwartzenberger,Mike Jones , Morris Riddell, Mike Prystep , Kirby Hudgins , Larry Seiber , Charlie Copeland , JJ you will never be forgotten. Now on a personnel note I worked with Bob at Industrial Plastics for 4yrs. We ate a lot of Wolverine cheeseburgers and did what good friends do. Brett , I've know you since you we're born Bob was very proud you .I know that he was a great dad to all of you. Martha , our prayers and thought are with you and your family. Eddie and Sue Schwartzenberger
Becky Taylor Allen
February 22, 2013
Hugs and prayers to Martha and all of Bob's family. He was a great guy and will be missed by all.
Bill Harrison
February 22, 2013
A good man gone too soon. My deepest sympathies to the family.
Ruthie Freeman
February 22, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to Martha and all of your family, Bob. You will be missed but we know you are at peace. Love and Blessings to all.
JW and Tamara Williams
February 22, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you and keep you.
Ed Schwartzenberger
February 22, 2013
To the family of our friend Bob Just want to let the family know that the boys from our softball team will miss Bob dearly. when Bob told you that you were playing ball on any given weekend and you had a sponsor then you played. Bob always put on a good time for all of us.We all loved playing softball and going to the Wolverine Bar to celebrate after winning the tourney and taken 1st place 3 yrs. straight. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Your softball brothers, Eddie, Vic. Schwartzenberger, Mike Jones , Morris Riddell , Mike Prystep , Kirby Hudgins , Larry Seiber , Charlie Copeland , and JJ. You will never be forgotten. On a personnel note , I worked with Bob at Industrial Plastics for 4 yrs. We ate a lot of Wolverine cheeseburgers and did what good friends do. Brett , I've know you since you we're born, Bob was very proud of you . I know that he was a great dad to all of you. Martha , we are very sorry for your loss. Swabs and Sue Schwartzenberger
Minister Tammy Taylor
February 21, 2013
Praise the Lord, With Deepest Sympathy To the Family of Robert Alan Salyer. The Care Auxiliary & all the Ministers at Jesus International Ministries, on the behalf of our Pastor Elder Larry Clifton and Asst. Pastor Evangelist Debbie Lucas, would like to send our Deepest Sympathy and words of Encouragement to your family. Know that you are not alone in your sorrow, love and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May you find peace in Jesus and know that God loves you and others do care and share very deeply in your loss. We pray that you have peace and comfort in this time of sadness and know also that someone's thoughts are present today with you. We at Jesus International Ministries 9820 Haggerty Rd. Belleville, MI 48111 (734)697-2870 Love You and God Bless.
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