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Robert DeGendt Obituary

Robert DeGendt

ZANESVILLE: Robert G. DeGendt, age 85, of Zanesville, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2014. He was born in Coshocton, on August 24, 1928, to the late Alphonse and Norma (Barrick) DeGendt.

He is a retired veteran of the United States Air Force serving from 1951-1954. On May 27, 1961, he married Joan (Samson) DeGendt who preceded him in death.

Bob was a member of Grace United Methodist Church; member of The Ohio State Grange, Muskingum Valley Grange, Plainfield Grange, and the VFW. He enjoyed socializing with everyone he met. He was a regular at Bob Evans on Underwood in Zanesville, Mickey's, and Bernie's Country Kitchen. He enjoyed cooking, watching tv, fishing, and spending time at his summer home on Lake Erie for many years. Bob never knew a stranger and will be missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his son, Bill (Lori) DeGendt of Zanesville, two grandchildren, Will (fiancé Lindsey Foraker) DeGendt of Dayton and Whitney (Eric) Fisher of Zanesville; one great-grandchild on the way; two sisters, Patricia Albertson of Coshocton and Marilyn (Leo) Zimmer of Coshocton; and many nieces and nephews. Along with his parents and wife, Bob is preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Don Albertson.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, August 1, 2014, at 11:00 am at Given-Dawson Funeral Home, Coshocton, with Reverend Craig Redecker officiating. Burial will follow at South Lawn Cemetery. Calling hours will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, July 31, 2014, from 5:00-7:00 pm.

Memorial donations may be made to Grace United Methodist Church, 422 Walnut St. Coshocton, Ohio 43812, or to Genesis Hospice Care, 713 Forest Ave., Zanesville, Ohio 43701, or to the Muskingum Animal Shelter, 1430 Newark Road, Zanesville, Ohio 43701.

An online memorial can be viewed at www.given-dawsonfuneralhome.com.

Published by Coshocton Tribune on Jul. 30, 2014.
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Pat, Marilyn and families, so sorry for your loss. Bob was a joy to talk to. I hadn't seen him for a few years, last time was at the Coshocton County Fair several years ago. Debbie and Dave Rogers

Debra Rpgers

August 3, 2014

Pat,Marilyn and family,
You have my thought and prayers for the loss of your brother.
Sandy(King)Patterson (cvs)

August 1, 2014

Sure sorry to hear that my "ole lunch buddy" has passed. Bob and I met at Whitey's Restaurant and became regular lunch buddies. When Whitey's closed we continued our lunch meetings at the VFW where we were frequently joined by other mutual friends. Always looked forward to seeing Bob. He spoke of his deceased wife quite often and always mentioned his son, daughter-in-law, and grandchildren. I knew he loved them very much. Bob loved to talk and kept the conversations going at all times. He was a very caring and sincere person. I've certainly missed our lunches together which ended when Bob's Vision failed him and I retired, and our other friends were unable to have lunch at the VFW for various reasons. These were wonderful memories which I will never forget. Just thinking about these memories makes me miss Bob so much. God Bless Bob and may his family be comforted by the love Bob had for each of them. I know Bob is in a better place and has joined his wife and others in Paradise with our Lord and Savior.

George Fouch

July 31, 2014

Pat,Marilyn,Leo Bob's family Dave&I were very sorry to read of Bob passing He was so much fun to talk with he'll be missed.

sandy Jennings

July 31, 2014

Thoughts and prayers are with your family. I always enjoyed visiting with Bob.

Maureen Karl

July 31, 2014

Bill,I have happy memories of coming to your house and a few summer trips to lake erie when we were kids.Your Dad was a very nice man and I felt treated me like another son.I also remember a few funny times maybe someday we can get together and share.

Dave Selders

July 31, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Lisa & Nadim Ritchey

July 31, 2014

Cindi Knoff

July 30, 2014

Bill, Lori & family so sorry to hear of Uncle Bobs passing!

Cindi & Chris Knoff

July 30, 2014

Bill & Lori. So sad to hear of your loss. Saw it on Whitney s fb page. Certainly enjoyed his company at picnics and was pleased he enjoyed potato salad so much. He is home now with your mom and certain he is happy.

Donald & Cheryl Gadd

July 30, 2014

Bill and Lori,
Very sorry to hear of your fathers loss. I remember the times that we enjoyed fishing and staying at Lake Erie over the weekends. We had such a great time. I will be thinking of you and your family in my prayers.
Lois Bordenkircher

Lois

July 30, 2014

I am saddened to hear of Bob DeGendt's death. He was a kind and gentle man. As a young pharmacist I admired his dedication to the care of his wife. My prayers are with his family during this difficult time.

Debra Shaw

July 30, 2014

Marilyn and Leo---Sorry for the loss of your brother---Thinking of you--------- Lila Kimberley Mathews

July 30, 2014

Bill and family,

Very sorry to hear of your loss. We are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers.

Don Desender and family

Don Desender

July 30, 2014

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