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Robert Gottschling Obituary

Husband, Father, Grandfather, Friend Robert J. Gottschling, 66, of Greene Township, died Friday December 25, 2009 at his residence following a lengthy illness. A resident of Erie all of his life he was born on June 17, 1943 a son of the late William J. and Mary Jarmolowicz Gottschling. Bob was a 1962 graduate of Tech Memorial High School and worked at Acurate Finishing after graduation. He was part owner of Mafix until 1984 when he opened Bob's Tooling, which he ran until he retired in 1998. In the past he enjoyed working on and driving his street rod. After retiring he spent several winters in Las Vegas and Florida. Survivors include his wife of 32 years Roberta "Bobbi" Vient Gottschling; three sons, Robert Gottschling and his wife Tammy of Greene Township, David Gottschling of Erie, and James Gottschling and his significant other, Lisa Harmon of Greene Township; one daughter, Laurie Shelhamer of Erie; one sister, Mary Ann Bottoni of Erie; one brother, William Gottschling and his wife Marge of Phillipsville; six grandchildren, David, Leah, Adam, Andrew, Matthew, and Allison Gottschling; and one daughter in law, Lisa Gottschling of Greene Township. He is also survived by a niece and several nephews. Friends may call at the Russell C. Schmidt & Son Funeral Home Inc., 5000 Wattsburg Road (corner of East Gore and Pine Ave.) on Monday and Tuesday from 2 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. and are invited to services there on Wednesday morning at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be in Wintergreen Gorge Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 2635 W. 26th St., Erie, 16506 or Hospice of Metropolitan Erie, 202 E. 10th St., Erie, 16503.

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Published by Erie Times-News on Dec. 27, 2009.

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January 4, 2010

So sorry to hear of Bob's passing..........I graduated with Bob from Tech in 1962. Once a Centaur always a Centaur!

Joanne Hogan Hulick

Michael & Vicki Culver

January 3, 2010

Bobbi,

It's been many, many years since we left the area, but we often talk about the fun times at your picnics and how welcome you both made everyone feel. We were so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. You are in our prayers.

Barb Kressel

January 2, 2010

To the entire Gottschling family, my sincere and deepest sympathies goes out to each and every one of you. It's been many years since I've seen Bob he was a fun loving brother in law.

Barbie "Green" Kressel

Greg Thompson

December 31, 2009

Bob was one of the most down-to-earth men I have ever had the privilege of knowing. This is not only a personal loss, nor is it only a loss to the Rod and Custom community, but it is also a severe loss to society. You will be missed, remembered, and your memory will be celebrated.

Diane Leggate

December 31, 2009

My sympathy to the Gottschling family. I was a classmate of Bob's and he will be missed by the Tech class of 1962!
Diane Potocki Leggate.

Mike and Cari Rowe

December 31, 2009

Bob and Tammy,
we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you in this difficult time.
DeColores

Florence Love

December 30, 2009

Bob was a good man and an even better friend. He will be missed by all that knew him. My condolence go out to his family.

December 30, 2009

Bobbi & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was always a fun person to be around and funny. My dad and him had some great times together. We will all miss him very much and the great parties you guys threw every year. He'll never be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless.
Michele & Tom DiMattio

December 30, 2009

Bobbi & Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Mark Sandusky & Mary Zubetz Indee Exhaust

RUSSELL GRAHAM

December 30, 2009

DEAR BOBBIE, SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS, BOB WAS WEALTH OF INFORMATION THAT HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS COULD ALWAYS DRAW UPON. I'LL MISS THE GREAT CONVERSATIONS WE HAD OVER THE YEARS. AT LEAST HE'S IN A BETTER PLACE WITHOUT BEING SICK EVERY DAY, IT GETS OLD.

Bob Herman

December 29, 2009

Dear Bobbie and Family,

Lori and I were saddened to hear of Bob's passing. We were both classmates of Bob's at Tech Memorial, Class of 1962. We have also enjoyed the picnics at your pond. Bob was a good friend and good person in total.

Bob & Lori Herman, Umatilla, FL

Judy Balich

December 29, 2009

Bobbie, I"m sorry to here about Bob. I do however remember all the fun we had, and the Great parties we attended at your house. Bob was always a good friend. Again so sorry for your loss.

Dennis Kindig

December 29, 2009

To the Gottschling family:
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear.We share your grief.

Mike & Trisha (Miller) Edwards

December 29, 2009

To the Gottschling Family - Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cathy

December 29, 2009

Bobbie, Bob, Dave, Jim & Laurie - My sincere sympathy during your time of loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Bernie Bright

December 28, 2009

I graduated from Tech a year behind him. We did not know each other very well, but met again in 1984 when he started his own business. Wehave remained friends ever since. Bob was one of the most decent men I haved ever met. I am out of the country and cannot attend the funeral, but know Bobi that I am thinking of you.

Bob and Jennifer Hodas

December 28, 2009

Dear Bobbi and Family,
We are sorry for your loss. Bob was truly a one of a kind individual. It is rare to know anyone in this world that is as giving and caring as he. Character is what you do when no one else is watching and Bob certainly had strong character. He was loved by many and will be missed by all.

John Ropelewski

December 28, 2009

Dear Bobbi and family
So sorry to hear about Bob. He was a good and generous man with a great sense of humor. I met and made many new friends through him at your great picnics at the pond. Another good guy gone. He will be missed.

Art Liocano

December 28, 2009

One heck of a guy...He WILL be missed..
Bobbi,You are an angel!!!
Art & Bettyann Liocano

Chet & Mary Plisiewicz

December 28, 2009

Bobbi, we were saddened to hear about Bob. Mary and I will be praying for you during these difficult times.

Jennifer and Sheryl Hoetzel

December 28, 2009

Bill and family, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May happy memories bring you some comfort during such a hard time.

Al & Patty Tomczak

December 28, 2009

Dear Bobbie and Family, We are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. We have fond memories of both of you, especially the beautiful desert flowers that we so enjoyed together in Nevada. God Bless Bob and his family.

Barb Gido

December 27, 2009

Bobbie & Family....Our thoughts & prayers are with you in your time of sorrow....We will never forget the wonderful summer picnics out by your pond....Bob will be missed by all....Please take care & God Bless.
Barb & Jim Gido

Michelle Colgan

December 27, 2009

Laurie and Family...I am so very sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Take Care Michelle Colgan

Nikki & Stone Photo

December 27, 2009

Dear Bobbi,
We are saddened to hear of Bob's passing.He certainly was a wonderful man.He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts, are with you.Love you, Nikki and Stone

December 27, 2009

Dear Bobbi and Family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you.You and Bob were the best. Thinking of others always. Bob will always be in all of our hearts.
Love Kevin and Sandy Sack

Betsy Potter

December 27, 2009

Dear Bobbi & Family.... I'm so sorry to hear about Bobby and all you've been through.......our thoughts and prayers are with you, the world is sure a smaller place without him...

Our love, Betsy and Billy

Jerry and Darlene Lyons

December 27, 2009

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

December 27, 2009

Dear Bobbie and Family
We are so sorry to hear about Bob's passing. We know he suffered for a long time and now he is with the Lord. We enjoyed his company (and yours) so much at the picnics you had for all the rodders and friends. God bless you and all your family.
Chuck and Helen Tavernese

Dave and Jeannie Eller

December 27, 2009

Dear Bobbi and Family,
We are saddened to hear of Bob's passing.He certainly was a wonderful man with a heart of gold ever ready to help neighbors and friends. He was always gifted with his wit, which made many of us laugh. It was always a pleasure to see him. May he now be pain free and riding his street rods on the highways of heaven !

Seth and Bev Tuttle

December 27, 2009

When you knew Bob you knew a friend. His joy was in helping others. A gift of natural engineering talent and common sense that can only be described as uncommon are two of the traits Bob held. His awareness of other's needs and his constant desire to help someone in need will be forever remembered and a benchmark to inspire too.

Jerry Detzel

December 27, 2009

Bill and Marge, Linda and I are sorry to read of Bob's passing. You and your family are in our prayers.

Gail Drushel

December 27, 2009

Dearest Bobbi and Family, My prayers are with you. I will be in touch with you. Love, Gail (Brookhouser) Drushel Warren, OH

Rex & Annette Diemer

December 27, 2009

Bobbi & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Bob was friend to everyone and he will be greatly missed.

Lew Hamilton

December 27, 2009

To Bobbi and the family... I can't begin to tell you how I feel and how much I will miss Bob. He was one unique person. He became a friend like no other. My deepest condolences to you all. May Bob be in peace. God Bless you all.

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