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Robert Kostbade Obituary
Robert D. Kostbade "Bob", age 88, a lifelong resident of Hobart, passed away December 8, 2013 after battling a lingering illness. He was born on August 23, 1925 in Hobart to the late Louis and Esther Kostbade. Bob retired from U.S. Steel Gary Works in 1986 after 31 years of service. He was drafted to the U.S. Army in 1943 and served his country until 1946. He attained the rank of Platoon Sargent at the age of 19, while serving in the Ardennes during the Battle of the Bulge. Bob was a member of Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge (VBOB). He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Hobart, IN. Bob is survived by his beloved wife of 70 years, Clarabelle; two sons: Robert (Lynn) Kostbade and Gary (Christine) Kostbade; seven grandchildren: Natalie (Michael Shapiro), Kelly (Dave) Barrasas, Robert (Christine) Kostbade, David (Holli) Kostbade, Gary R. Kostbade, Colin R. Kostbade and Thomas C. Kostbade; and 17 great grandchildren: Jordan, Samantha, Jacob and Nicholas Farber, Taylor, Luke and Michael Shapiro, David Kostbade, Erin, Elizabeth, Jack, Zachary, Olivia and Ryan Barrasas, Peyton, Cole and Cash Kostbade; several nieces and nephews. Bob was preceded in death by his parents: Louis and Esther Kostbade; brother, Kenneth; sisters: Bernice, (Charles) Moore, Ruth (John) Small, and Shirley (Edward) Hayslip; and two infant sons: Michael and Kent. Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 12, 2013 at 11:30 a.m. at Rees Funeral Home, 600 West Old Ridge Road, Hobart with Pastor Gary Nagy officiating. Burial will follow at Graceland Cemetery in Valparaiso. Visitation is being held Wednesday, December 11, 2013 from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel. Call (219) 942-2109 or visit us online at: www.Reesfuneralhomes.com
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Chris Kostbade
December 16, 2013
Thank you all for your support, prayers and love in this difficult one for our family. It means so much to all of us.
He was amazing and showed us that in the end family and friends are what matters. Rest In peace
Gary and Chris Kostbade and boys (Gary, Colin and Tom )
Golf Construction
December 12, 2013
All of the employees at Golf Construction give our deepest sympathies to Gary and his family. He is a very strong member of our team and we are so sorry for the loss of his dad who meant so much to him. But love never ends. And you have memories that will live on forever. RIP
December 11, 2013
Sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Jeff Cefali
Barry Veden
December 11, 2013
On behalf of the Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge, our heartfelt sympathy is extended to the entire Kostbade family. We so appreciate what he and others accomplished during that coldest of winters in the Ardennes Forest.
Jeff Cooper
December 10, 2013
Bob, sorry for your loss! I will aways have fond memories of your father.
TONY BIDDINGS
December 10, 2013
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
Daniel (red ) Noakes Sr.
December 10, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
December 9, 2013
Dave, Holli, & David,
So sorry about your loss. We will be praying for comfort for you & your family during this difficult time.
Love,
The Potosky Family
Mark & Peggy Kurzydym
December 9, 2013
Our prayers are with the Kostbade family at this difficult time. We can all only hope to be so lucky to live a long life and have the love of such a big family as he did. RIP Mr. Kostbade.
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