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Robert Belch Obituary
76, Indianapolis, passed away Monday, May 16, 2016. He was born in Indianapolis on November 15, 1939 to Henry C. and Frances M. Dacey Belch. Robert was a member of the first graduating class of Scecina Memorial High School in 1957. He served in the US Navy from 1957-1960. Robert attended Butler University and worked for General Motors for 35 years before retiring in 1996. He was an active sponsor and member of Alcoholics Anonymous and was an avid golfer, runner, and volunteer at Compassion Center Soup Kitchen.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Ann Marie Belch, and his sister, Ann Myers. Robert is survived by his wife, Mary Lou Benedict Belch; children, Louis Belch, Christopher Belch, Paul Belch (Amy Elson), Maureen Belch (Guy Holbert); grandchildren, Jackson, Gracie, Charlie, Audrey, Patrick; brother, Charlie Belch; and many friends and extended family.
Visitation will be held at St. Jude Catholic Church on Wednesday, May 18, 2016 from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday at 10 a.m. in St. Jude Church. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Online condolences may be shared with the family at orileyfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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May 18, 2016
Mr. Belch gave me two fantastic memories from my childhood. My first trip to Wrigley Field and White Castle for Sunday morning breakfast. God bless the Belch family.
Sean Brown
Robert Myers
May 17, 2016
I will certainly miss my Uncle Bob. He will always be remembered as an incredibly friendly and generous man who would do anything to help others.
You will be missed, "U-B".
P.S. Thank you for the wonderful first name.
Kaleidoscope FM
May 17, 2016
Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. With Love & Sympathy,
Your Kaleidoscope Family
Mary Holbert
May 16, 2016
I saw your spirit & the love you gave your grandchildren. You will be missed by your family. I enjoyed knowing you.
Mary Holbert ... Guy's mom
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