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Robert Minner Obituary

Robert L. "Bob" Minner

DRESDEN: Robert L. "Bob" Minner, 73, of Dresden, Ohio died Monday morning, March 25, 2013 in the emergency room of Genesis Good Samaritan Hospital, Zanesville, Ohio.

Born August 9, 1939 in Adamsville, Ohio he was a son of the late Etsel R. "Mike" and Leota C. (Gray) Minner and was a 1958 graduate of Dresden Jefferson High School. Mr. Minner retired from Stone Container of Coshocton after 30 years of service and he had also been an employee of the Longaberger Company and Steel Ceiling Company of Coshocton. Bob was a member of the Dresden Volunteer Fire Department for over 35 years and had served as Captain, was a truck driver and worked as a member of the emergency squad. He was a very avid Tri-Valley sports fan and worked the football sideline with the "Chain Gang" for many years. Always wanting to help others, Bob was generous to the end by donating his eyes to the Ohio Lions Eye Bank.

Surviving is his wife of over 51 years, Phyllis E. (Lacy) Minner whom he married November 19, 1961; a daughter and son in-law, Vicki and Clark Watson of Frazeysburg; two granddaughters, Emily and Hannah Watson; a brother Terry (June) Minner of Dresden; a sister, Sue Whiteus of Dresden and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister, Catherine Wiles and a nephew, Rick Wiles.

Calling hours will be 2 to 4pm and 6 to 8pm Thursday, March 28, 2013 at the Dresden Chapel of Vensil & Chute Funeral Home, 714 Main Street.

Funeral services will be 11:00am Friday, March 29, 2013 at the funeral home with the Rev. Greg Inboden officiating. Burial will be in Dresden Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Dresden Police Department "Cruiser Fund", Post Office Box 201, Dresden, Ohio 43821.

To sign our online guestbook visit www.vocfh.com.

Published by Coshocton Tribune on Mar. 28, 2013.
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Vicki, Clark and Family:
My deepest sympathy on the passing of your father. I was in Florida and unable to come to pay my respects. He was a good man and will be missed.

Wanda Longaberger

April 13, 2013

DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO BOB/S FAMILY WILL MISS HIM AT CLASS GET TOGETHERS PHYLLIS[ashcraft} JACOBS

April 2, 2013

My condolence to Bob's family. Bob will be missed by everyone who knew him. Sorry I could not be there to say good bye to my friend, buddy, & classmate a great Man.

Jerry Williamson

April 2, 2013

Phyllis,Vickie, Sue, Terry, & families, So sorry I could not make it to convey my sympathy to you personally, you are all in my thoughts & prayers....

Beckie Starner McInerney

April 2, 2013

Vicki,so sorry to hear about your dad.He was a super nice guy.Your family is in my prayers.

Kevin Flood

March 31, 2013

Mrs.Minner and family i would like to exstend my deepest sympathy to you and the family during your time of sorrow in the passing Bob I just returned home from Florida today and found out of his passing.I have alot of fond memories of Bob from down through the years RIP dear friend.

Ray&Cheryl Back

March 30, 2013

My sympathies to the Minner family.

Sue Glosser

March 30, 2013

Vicki and family,
So sorry we couldn't make it up there, but have been thinking and praying for you. God Bless you all.
Dale & Carole Powell

March 30, 2013

Bobi Sherrick

March 30, 2013

My sympathies to the Minner family. Bob was very influential on my childhood days in Dresden. He always asked how things were going and offered any support if needed. He will be missed.

John Cannon

March 29, 2013

Vicki and family, just such a terrible shock to read about your dad in this mornings paper. So sorry for your loss. Express our sympathies to your mom when you can. Kay and Dale Vandenbark

Kay Vandenbark

March 29, 2013

Vicki and Family.
Our sympathies to you in the loss of your Dad. Praying that God give you strength during this time of struggles.

Sandy & Terry Cullins

March 28, 2013

Vicki i am so sorry to hear of the lost of your Father my thoughts and prays are with you and your family.

loralei dunn

March 28, 2013

Phyllis & Family,
May God keep you in his care and give you peace at this difficult time.

With Sympathy,
Dr. Dodson & Staff

March 28, 2013

Vicki....so sorry to hear of your dads passing. Keeping you and your family, in my thoughts and prayers.

Kelly (Jennings) King

March 28, 2013

Minner Family,
Karen and I are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim and Karen Mullinnex

Jim and Karen Mullinnex

March 28, 2013

Deepest Sympathy.
May all the great memories comfort you during these sad times.

Dale & Judy Ferrell

March 28, 2013

We are sorry for your loss. We will continue to pray for you and your family. I am blessed to have met you.
Tracy & Jim Garey
Cleburne, Texas

March 28, 2013

Vicki, Phyllis and family:
We are so sadded by the loss of your father and husband. I have very fond memories of him and our trips to the ice cream shop and basketball games. Hold onto those great memories.

The Lord has promised to prepare
A place in heaven above. A home where we will always be with Him and those we love. The promise of heaven is our eternal hope.

Richard & Sheri Lacy

March 28, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. Bob was a very nice man and a good friend. Keeping you all in prayer as you go through these tough times. Pacer will miss his "Little Buddy".

Pacer and Sharon Smith

March 28, 2013

Vicki and family
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Keep his Memory close to your heart.

Lisa Wiley(Secrist)

March 28, 2013

To the Minner Family,
Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. May the memories you have comfort you.

Jeff, Janis, and Jordan Watson

March 28, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. May you find strength through family and friends and may you find comfort in fond memories. We're so sorry we can't be there - we are in SC til Saturday.
In deepest sympathy,
Julie and Chad Moorehead & Family

March 28, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to the family.

Mary Wisecarver

March 28, 2013

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AS YOU GO THROUGH THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME.I'LL KEEP YOU IN MY DAILY PRAYERS........BONNIE AND DON HAGUE

March 28, 2013

My sympathy goes out to the Minner family at the passing of Bob.

Blessings,
Sheryl Starner Williams

Sheryl Williams

March 28, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. God Bless.

Steve & Tammy Huffman

March 28, 2013

To the Minner Family:

We were saddened to read of Bob's passing. He was a "great" man and served the Tri-Valley School District for many years. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

Dean and Tacy Sarbaugh

March 28, 2013

Thinking of you all and extending our heartfelt sympathy. Bob was a good man. He will be missed. God bless.

P.J. & Darla Longstreth

March 28, 2013

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

Janet Hains/Griesen

March 27, 2013

So sorry to hear of the passing of Bob, keeping the family in our thoughts and prayers.

David & Cheryl Untied

March 27, 2013

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