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Bob Berstling Obituary
He was born on May 28, 1959 in Lorain, where he lived his entire life. He was a 1977 graduate of Admiral King High School. After graduation, Bob went to work for Lucas Plumbing, which helped begin his career as a union plumber and pipe fitter. Currently, he was working most of his jobs through the Pipe Fitters Union Local #42, in Norwalk.
Anyone who knew Bob, also knew that his true passion was fishing, but also enjoyed camping and being outdoors. He was a great handyman, always being meticulous with everything he did.
Bob is survived by his brother, Andrew S. (Kellie), of Grafton, his sister, Marge A. Berstling, of Toledo, nieces; Jennifer Henthorn and Jodie Krueger, and a nephew, Aiden. He will be deeply missed by his close friends as well.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert, in 2002, mother Alice M. (nee Horak), in 2011, and his sister, Marie Krueger, in 2008.
The family will receive friends on Monday, April 29, from 4-8 pm, in the Dovin Funeral Home, 2701 Elyria Ave., Lorain, where services will be held on Tuesday, at 11:00 am. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Lorain. To send an online condolence, go to www.dovinfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Bob Berstling
Sue, Rick, Evan & Collin Zajkowski
April 23, 2014
We miss you, cousin. We'll always remember your wonderful laugh.
Love,
Pat G.
May 4, 2013
Rocketman I will miss you and be thinking of you when we go fishing at Esnagami at the end of May.
jane h
May 1, 2013
rocket was a wonderful friend to me and treated my 2 boys like his own. he is a special angel and forever in my memoty
April 30, 2013
Dear Marge and family,
I pray that God will give you his grace to get through the sudden loss of your beloved brother.
Love Sarah
Michael Gargasz
April 29, 2013
Bob was a pleasure to be around, quick to smile, laugh, or share a story. He was a positive influence on my family. He will be greatly missed. Rest in peace my friend, may we meet again...
Matthew Horak
April 28, 2013
Marge and Andy,
Words can't express how saddened I was to learn of Bobby's passing. Growing up, he was one of my heros. I idolized him. Bobby had a heart that was bigger than life. I will always have great memories of the time he spent with me - from my first guitar lesson, to cruising in his new cars, to camping in PA. Bobby had one of the best laughs I've ever heard. I will celebrate his life and remember always the many ways he made mine better.
Jeff Rash
April 28, 2013
My thoughts are with the Berstling family. I remember hanging out with Bob...playing baseball...shooting marbles and playing guitars in Carmilita Court in the 60's
Donna Perrigan
April 28, 2013
Andy and family, I am so sorry to hear of your brother's passing. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers...
Inge Buhr
April 28, 2013
Bobby was one of my best friends for the past 35 years. Always there to lend a helping hand to anyone, and not ever expecting anything in return! He was a true Christian, and I, along with many others who's lives he has touched, will miss him greatly! He left a huge void in my heart.
Denise
April 28, 2013
Sorry to hear of the lost of your brother and uncle. What a nice person he was. So shocked to hear of his passing. May he be with the angels in heaven. God is taking care of him now.
Thomas O'Keefe
April 28, 2013
Bobby, you will be deeply missed. You are always so given and ready to help. We had some fun times up to the end. I miss you a lot buddy..you are The Man. Enjoy Heaven. God Bless You!
The Staff of Dovin Funeral Home
April 28, 2013
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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