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Charles Robert "Bob" Doty
Charles Robert (Bob) Doty, 65, of Lafayette died at 7:40 a.m. Wednesday, June 26, 2013 after an eighteen-month battle with cancer. At his passing he was surrounded by his family.
He was born December 7, 1947 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Charles & Jeannette (Whistler) Doty. Known as Bob to his friends, he graduated from Lafayette Jefferson High School in 1966, and much to his dismay received his diploma from Indiana University in 1971. Being a lifelong Purdue fan, he kept his alumni status a closely held secret. On December 2nd 1971 he married the love of his life Alta Rebecca (Becky) Gilbert, and she survives.
Bob spent 40 plus years working in the Transportation Industry working for various trucking companies including Roadway, Yellow, Shaffer, Remington Freight, and Central Transportation. He worked his way up from the dispatch desk to terminal manager, and did about every job in between except actually drive the semis which was a great disappointment to his children when they were young. He was a people person and most enjoyed working in sales. He was good at his job and as he moved from company to company a lot of his clients would follow. Bob even became friends with some of his clients outside of work.
He had a sharp sense of humor and his distinct cackle was infectious. He was a Seinfield aficionado with an encyclopedia-like recall of every episode. A Seinfeld trivia game he received one Christmas collected dust because no one dared play him.
He didn't believe in left turns, but believed in God; however his religion was baseball and his church was the New York Yankees. Growing up he closely followed the exploits of Berra, Ford, Maris, Rizzutto, and above all else Mickey Mantle. He collected their baseball cards, a hobby that continued his entire life. At several points in his life he amassed a very impressive collection. In the early 80s he sold his collection to help move his family to Lafayette because he wanted to raise his children in this community.
His family came first and he was supportive in every endeavor his children and grandchildren pursued. He was always there sitting in the stands at baseball, basketball, soccer, and football games, and in the audience at every dance recital and show choir performance. He volunteered for Lafayette Youth Baseball serving on the board and eventually was Board President. He enjoyed traveling with his wife and visited 45 of the 48 contiguous United States.
Surviving with his wife of 42 years, are four children. His daughter Michelle Ray (husband Chris) of Chicago, sons Jason Doty (wife Diana) of West Lafayette, Ryan Doty ( companion Shelley Trader) of Austin, Texas, and Justin Doty (wife Crystal) of West Lafayette.
Also surviving are five grandchildren who made him an extremely proud grandfather; Jade, Jack, Ava, Joe, and Ella Doty all from West Lafayette. Bob was an only child and his proudest achievement is the large loving family that he leaves behind.
Friends may call at the Hahn-Groeber Funeral, 1104 Columbia St., Lafayette from 4 PM until the service at 5:00 PM Saturday. In memory of Bob go play catch with your children, watch a ballgame with loved ones, or catch a Seinfield re-run. Memories and condolences may be left at www.hahngroeberfuneralhome.com
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so sorry to come off the road this holiday and read this....Bob was an awesome terminal manager when I was leased to Shaffer on 9 th street.....he gave me my start in a company truck when no one else would....my thoughts and prayers gout to the family...he will be misd by many
Darral Copas
July 4, 2013
Becky, I am sad to hear of Bob's death and I am sorry I was not able to be present on Saturday due to being out of town.
Bob was one of those rare patients that come my way that makes my job as a hosptial chaplain the best and easiest job I have ever had. Reading his obit brought a smile to my face as I recalled our multiple visits and our numerous discussions about our equal love for baseball and Seinfeld. Of course there were also multiple times that he talked about his love for you, feeling immensly loved by you, and also his love for his family. May your fond memories of Bob bring you and your family comfort as you grieve and mourn his absence.
I also pray that God's peace, grace, and love bring you comfort and strength, today, and in the weeks and months to come.
Randall Adams
July 1, 2013
Much love and prayers for Becky and all the family. Jake and I will miss him.
June 29, 2013
So sorry for your loss Becky and family. Peace, Prayers and Blessings.
Nicole Neve
June 28, 2013
Becky, I can't find the words to tell you how sad I am. Growing up Bob was a brother to me since we were spoiled only children! I have so many good memories of Christmas, going to Chicago to see the Yankees and Sox play, we even went to Detroit once to see his Yankees. Indiana Beach and Lake Shaffer. Him tricking me in a chocolate milk drinking contest only to make me cry when he boasted he still had some left and mine was gone and I fell for it every time! The list goes on and on. He was a great friend, wonderful husband,father and grandfather and I know we will all miss him. Love, Susan
Susan (Doty) Pardue
June 28, 2013
I'm sorry for your family's loss. I enjoyed chatting with Bob when he came into Bob Evans. His grandson's and my son's are the same age--we talked alot of baseball and football!!
Heather Micklo
June 28, 2013
To the Doty Family, thoughts & prayers go out to you. I will always remember the chats we had when he would call on us at Stone Container Fowler. It was always exciting to see what truck line he was working for. This got him to the top!
Richard Happ
Richard Happ
June 28, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of Bob; from his "little men" to Seinfeld to the funny way he sneezed. Though it has been many years please know that I have each and every one of you in my heart as you go through this painful time.
Jenny Peterson-Leisure
June 28, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. I have found memories of stopping in Indianapolis when I was young and visiting with cousin Bobby and cousin Susie
Diana Doty Woolbright
June 27, 2013
Becky, I am so saddened to hear of Bob's passing. I know he will be sorely missed by you and your lovely family. You are blessed to have four wonderful children to help you through. Please know that I am praying for all of you during this difficult journey.
Mary Beth McClean
June 27, 2013
Laura Kerr
June 27, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I got to spend some time chatting with him during treatments. He was for sure a proud dad and grandpa, always talking about the kids. I'm glad I got to know him and he will be missed.
Bridget (Long) Wolfe
Bridget Wolfe
June 27, 2013
Justin sorry for your loss. I had a great time with your dad doing seinfield trivia last time I saw him what a great guy.
Donna Storms
June 27, 2013
Jason and Diana,
Sorry for your loss. The tribute in the paper was beautiful. May sharing the many memories bring you and your family comfort during this difficult time.
Tina Overley-Hilt
June 27, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss!! Bob was a wonderful man!! He always had a smile on his face and a story to tell. I missed him stopping in to see me. My son was so happy with the baseball cards and bat case he gave him. I'm sorry I cannot attend, but my prayers are with your family.
Cindy McLeland
June 27, 2013
Dear Becky, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, God Bless.
Debbie West
June 27, 2013
Becky,
Bob will be missed and remembered by many. He brought light to everyone's life.
Ana (Horizon Bioadvance, Inc.)
Ana Logsdon
June 27, 2013
So sorry for your lost. You and your family have been through so much. I loved the tribute to him in the paper, made me smile, Prayers
Karen Miller
June 27, 2013
What a great friend for the last 30 years. We have had some great laughs together. I will miss those times. I will be seeing you on the other side.
Mike Smoker
June 27, 2013
Becky,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry to hear about Bob. He was an amazing and funny guy!
Holly Benjemia
June 27, 2013
My Deepest sympathy, what a wonderful tribute to him!
Karen Miller
June 27, 2013
Becky and family,
So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I first met Bob when he stopped at Useful Products as the sales Rep for Overnite Trucking. It was always a joy to visit with him and find out how the "kids" were doing which he always spoke of. My prayers are with all of you. He will be greatly missed.
Linda Hall Useful Products
June 27, 2013
Dearest Becky and Family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Those Footsteps in the Sand mean God is carrying all of you right now. God Bless. Love and Hugs, Lisa Dominique
June 27, 2013
R.I.P Bob! You will be missed
Tish
June 27, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about Bob's passing. I was finally at an age that he and I were able to talk instead of that little kid at one of the fire house reunions. He was a wonderful man and will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Debbie Lamb
June 27, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Doty family.
Dusty Sturgeon
June 27, 2013
Many prayers to the Doty family! Very sorry for your loss. Though another angel in heaven.
Carissa Nagel
June 27, 2013
Becky,
My heart breaks for you and your kids. Thinking and praying for you.
Kim Thomas
June 27, 2013
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