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Robert L. Fruchey, 83, of Perrysburg, OH died Sunday, November 25, 2012, in Avalon by Otterbein in Perrysburg. He was born in Monclova, OH on October 25, 1929, to Russell W. and Mabel M. (Weber) Fruchey and was married in Perrysburg on June 9, 1950, to Lucille C. "Lou" Babcock who preceded him in death on April 13, 2005. Bob was a 1947 graduate from Monclova High School and had worked for forty-two years as a machine operator for Allied Chemical Company retiring in 1990. He was an active member of the First Baptist Church in Perrysburg where he had served as an usher and a member of the pulpit committee.
He is survived by his children, Robert D. Fruchey of Monclova, Patricia Fruchey of Perrysburg, Cathy R. (James) Phister of Perrysburg, and Robin Kerbel of Oak Harbor, OH; grandchildren, Jamie (Michael) Pustay, Karen Kyer, Amanda Wright, Jennifer Wright, Andrew Kerbel, Joshua Kerbel and Samuel Holbrook; nine great-grandchildren; brother, Ronald L. Fruchey of CA. Bob was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Eileen Stivers, and brother, Frederick R. Fruchey.
Friends will be received from 3:00-9:00 p.m. on Wednesday in the Witzler-Shank Funeral Home, 222 E. South Boundary St., Perrysburg, OH (419-874-3133). Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 29, 2012, at the First Baptist Church, 590 W. South Boundary St. Perrysburg, OH with Pastor Jeff Woolum officiating. Burial will be at Fort Meigs Cemetery. Memorials may be made in the form of contributions to the church. Condolences to the family may be made by visiting
www.witzlershankfuneralhome.com
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pat
December 5, 2012
dad, taking care of the apartment last summer (and watching a lot of baseball games) was the last thing I could do for you. but the time spent together will be remembered forever. now your with mom, and eileen and ed.
Becky (Shoemaker) Ricci
November 28, 2012
May God grant you comfort as you celebrate Bob's life.
Konnie Burke
November 28, 2012
We will miss your great smile and sense of humor. It was always a pleasure to wait. on you
Sandy & Mike Czechowski
November 28, 2012
Cathy,Jim & Family,
He is gone but will Never be Forgotten.
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Julie and Max Brown
November 28, 2012
Bob was my "buddy" in our Sunday School class at FBC-Perrysburg. He always had a smile on his face and a piece of candy and gum for me every single Sunday. I hadn't seen him since we moved in 2010 but enjoyed following him on facebook and reading his jokes he sent to Max. I also had the privilege of catching up with him on the phone not so long ago. Heaven has to be a much more jolly place since Bob arrived. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
November 28, 2012
We will miss Bob. Great guy!
The Spudie Family
Ruth Leach
November 27, 2012
He was a great Father, Grandpa, Uncle, Cousin, Brother, Nephew and Friend. He was my Mom's favorite nephew and we all enjoyed your Mom and Dad at our family reunions. Two great people that will be missed by everyone. Prayers for all and will be thinking of you all tomorrow and Thursday.
Michael, Jamie, Megan, Emily & Nathan
November 27, 2012
Those we love don't go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear.
- Unknown Author
We love you and will miss you Grandpa!!
you'll be in my heart forever
Cathy
November 27, 2012
Don Lewis
November 27, 2012
I worked with Bob when I was Test Room foreman for Allied Chemical from 1972-1981. He was well liked and respected. Take comfort in the knowledge he is in a better place.
Betty Humphrey
November 27, 2012
Allen and i will miss Bob very much. i will always remember him as my mother's favorite nephew. She was so fond of him.
Condolences to all of his family.
Betty and Allen Humphrey
love you grandpa!
Jen Wright
November 27, 2012
amy isley
November 27, 2012
I spent alot of time with Bob during nursing school. He volunteered to help me with an assignment. such a great guy. He will be missed.
November 27, 2012
I WENT TO DIALYSIS WITH MR FRUCHEY. HE ALWAYS BROUGHT SUNSHINE INTO THE ROOM. I WILL MISS HIM DEARLY. REST WELL MY FREIND.
JUDY NOWAK
Robin
November 27, 2012
Dad,
Some people have good fathers, but we were blessed to have the BEST dad around. You always took the time to see how we were all doing in our busy lives. You always had kind words of encouragement and made sure to always ask how we were all doing, even the animals! You were never too busy to love us. I will miss you forever, but Im greatful that you are with Mom again. She has been waiting for you. I love you Dad.
Judy Roberts
November 27, 2012
Sorry for your loss, Bob was always very friendly. Judy(Pelc)Roberts
Barb Engle
November 27, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. My Bob RIP. God bless.
November 27, 2012
Rick & I will miss him. He was a wonderful man and a great friend. When he called us he always asked how Pooh Bear, our cat, was. She would rub the phone when she heard his voice.
Rick & Linda Huss
Jim & Fran King
November 27, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers for the Fruchey family. Bob was a gift to many, and to me an expert in football! You made me laugh many times and your smile will never be forgotten! Rest in Peace!
Cathy
November 27, 2012
Love you dad
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