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Robert S. Eisel, age 72, of Berkey, Ohio, died unexpectedly, Thursday, December 6, 2012, as the result of a head injury from a fall in his barn. He was born July 11, 1940, in Richfield Center to Gilbert and Odellia (Miller) Eisel. Bob graduated from Metamora High School Class of 58'. On June 23, 1962, he married his loving wife, Elizabeth Erbland. Bob and Elizabeth were devoted to life on the farm. In their later years, they planned on traveling more often. For their 50th wedding anniversary, they traveled to Panama and the Smokey Mountains. They were to leave Friday for a planned return trip to the Smokey Mountains.
Bob was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Parish, Knights of Columbus, The Farm Bureau, and served on the Board of Soil and Water Conservation. Bob was a hard worker who also enjoyed bowling and playing cards.
Besides his beloved wife of 50 years, Elizabeth, Bob is survived his son, Mark (Christine) Eisel, and their children, Brittany (Jamie) Waymire and Evan Eisel; daughter, Angela (John) Eisel-Pinkstaff, and their children, Nicholas and Jamie; daughter, Kathleen (Michael) Fischer, and their children, Collin, Jacob, and Drew; son, Philip (Lara) Eisel, and their children, Eden and Bryce; siblings, Betty (Larry) Zimmerman, Don (Caris) Eisel, and JoAnn (Jere) Alm, as well as 10 nieces and nephews. Bob was preceded in death by his parents.
Family and friends may visit Monday, December 10, 2012, from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Weigel Funeral Home in Metamora, where a Vigil service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Prayers will begin in the funeral home Tuesday, December 11, 2012, at 10:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Resurrection at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Assumption, with Fr. Ron Schock officiating. Interment will follow at St. Elizabeth Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Trinity Church or to a charity of the donor's choice.
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Susan and Dan swartz
December 24, 2012
We just heard the news of Bob's passing and want to you know how desperately sorry we are. Susan and Dan Swartz
Jim & Maryjo Freimark
December 17, 2012
Mark and Chris, so very sorry to hear about your dad. Unbelievable. May you find peace in knowing he is in the Eternal life with all those that have passed before. Hold memories in your heart forever.
tom and jan moore
December 14, 2012
We are really sorry to hear about Bob's passing. He was agreat guy and very ambitious for a guy his age. Our condolences to the family. He will be missed by so many of his fiends that play poker with him. God rest your soul.
December 12, 2012
Eisel Family, Our deepest sympathy to all the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Joyce and Richard Cornell,Winter Haven,FL
Richard Nye
December 10, 2012
Dear Mark & families, I know no words will ease your pain. Just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
ARNOLD STANSLEY
December 10, 2012
LIZ, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
ARNOLD AND JEANNIE STANSLEY
Bruce Ott
December 10, 2012
One of the things I love about living in the country is the guys going by on thier tractors. Bob always had a smile and a wave for me. Always. That's a gift I will truly miss!
December 10, 2012
Your friends at Ag Credit, ACA, also send our sympathy at this difficult time.
Tom, Dannna, Steve, Shane,and Mary.
December 10, 2012
0ur prayers are with you, your card friends, ronnie and joan damato
Brittany Briscoe
December 9, 2012
Dear Liz, We love you and Bob like grandparents. I hope that everything goes well for you. Bob taught my dad so much he kept him on the right path. We have so many great memories with Bob. Brianna and I were always with him during the summer out in the barns. Everyday I think of him and everything that has happened and I am grateful that I have met you guys. Well bye for now. <3
Ruth Furfaro
December 9, 2012
Dear Liz and Family: I have many happy memories of you and Bob when we lived in Richfield Center. I am sorry to hear about Bob's death. He was a very special person. My prayers are with you.
December 9, 2012
Angie and family, so very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Barb and Jeff Jackson
December 9, 2012
Mark and family
So sorry about your loss .. your family is in our prayers
Mike and Patti Emch
Joyce Eisel and family
December 9, 2012
Dear Liz and family, We are so sorry to hear about Bob's death. We are presently in FL, but our love and prayers go out to you and your family
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