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Reverend Robert Owen McLeod

Robert McLeod Obituary

McLEOD-The Reverend Robert Owen, age 87, passed away peacefully at home in Omaha, on 4/2/2008 of congestive heart failure. He was born 9/7/20 in Duluth, MN, to George McLeod and Joye Smith McLeod. He attended high school in Black Duck, MN, where he and future wife Edythe Brooks were high school sweethearts. He graduated from Macalaster College in St. Paul, MN, in 1943. Bob and Edythe were married in 1943 in Princeton, NJ. He graduated from Princeton Theological Seminary in 1946. Following ordination as a Presbyterian minister, Bob was pastor at two parishes in Minnesota from 1946 until 1952. During the Korean War he served as a Navy chaplain, crossing the Pacific Ocean 24 times on troop carriers. In 1954, Bob moved to Nebraska where he served Presbyterian congregations in Central City, Plattsmouth, Bellevue (Avery), St. Paul, and Omaha (Dundee). He was in the Navy Reserves until 1980, and served as Commander of the Navy Chaplains at Fort Omaha. During retirement he served three terms as National Chaplain for the Holiday Rambler Association. Bob is survived by his wife of 64 years, Edythe; son James F. and wife Janice of Springfield, MO; daughters Joye McLeod and husband James Wood of Springfield, NE; Kathryn and husband Gregory Ohlsen of Utica, NE; Ruth and husband Charles Lucas of Colleyville, TX; 12 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; and many cherished friends. Memorials to Dundee Presbyterian Church or to the Omaha Visiting Nurse Association Hospice.
VISITATION Friday 6-8pm at Colonial Chapel. Memorial Service Saturday 11am at Dundee Presbyterian Church, 5312 Underwood Ave. Private Interment at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Military honors provided by Millard American Legion Post No. 374 and VFW Post No. 3334. CROSBY BURKET
SWANSON-GOLDEN
Colonial Chapel
11902 W. Center Rd. 333-7200

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Published by Omaha World-Herald from Apr. 3 to Apr. 4, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert McLeod

16 Entries

Ann Younker (Yingling)

April 8, 2008

Ruth,
My sincere sympathy in the loss of your dad. May you have much comfort knowing he's dancin in heaven with Jesus now.

Nancy Wehrbein

April 8, 2008

I have such warm memories of Rev. McLeod and all the family, in addition to my classmate friendship with Ruth. I'm so glad I got to see Rev. and Mrs. McLeod a few months ago at the Plattsmouth church. All of you take care and please know how many are thinking of you.

Byron and Sylvia Aftonomos

April 7, 2008

We met our new neighbors, the Mcleods, in the spring of 1984. With adjacent backyards, we became acquainted over the fence visiting about flowers and gardens. Our acquaintance soon bloomed into friendship.
We were impressed by the kindness, hospitality, generosity, and friendliness of our new neighbors. Pastor Bob, and my husband Byron, became good friends. They worked on chores together, spent time deep in discussion over a wide variety of subjects. Byron treasured those times and benefited from Pastor Bob’s wisdom and knowledge. Upon hearing of Pastor Bob’s passing, Byron cried.
Some times we wonder why we never discussed the Bible with Pastor Bob, knowing his former profession. Now we know why: Pastor Bob was an open Bible himself…by his life, his humble nature, and gentle personality. He was a true man of God. We miss him. Edythe, we love you and pray for you.

Sylvia and Byron Aftonomos

Ilene Watts

April 7, 2008

Dear Edythe and family,
My family has many fond memories of the years that Rev. McLeod served Avery Presbyterian Church. He was a very kind and gentle man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Ilene Watts & family

Whitey Glup

April 7, 2008

Sorry for your loss. Whitey, Leslie & Kids.

Ken Winters

April 6, 2008

My deepest sympathies on your loss. Know that you are all in my prayers.

Betsy (Waterman) Gubbels

April 5, 2008

Rev. McLeod and Family--
You opened your home to me, many times and I always felt welcome. May you feel the same hospitality await you in Heaven. I am proud to have known you all and wish you peace and comfort in your memories.

Debbie Gold Morrogh

April 5, 2008

Ruth & family

My deepest sympathies to all of you. Your father was a wonderful man and I'll always remember him as the pastor in Plattsmouth, Ne.

Rev. Chester Mason

April 5, 2008

To the McLeod Family,
My prayers and sympathies are with you. I was the one who followed Robert at St. Paul. I was there from 1983-87. I had met you a few times at St. Paul. I also was a student at Hastings College when Ruth was there. I graduated in 1974. I had to retire from the ministry three years ago because of a severe heart condition.Again my prayers and thoughts are with you. May God comfort you.

Mildred J Johnson

April 4, 2008

Dear Edythe and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. May the precious memories you hold dear to your hearts bring you comfort and peace. We shared many good times together with both you and Bob and I will be forever grateful. May God bless you and keep you in His loving care.

John & Margaret Fisher

April 4, 2008

We have many fond memories of time spent with you at Holiday Rambler rallies. Our prayers and love go out to you and your family.

Shirley Gould Jennings

April 4, 2008

My condolences to the McLeod family. He was a very nice
christian man.

Roger Holthaus

April 4, 2008

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.

Brian Tyler

April 4, 2008

Dear Edythe and Family,
On behalf of the Tyler Family, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. I know Mom & Dad (Wayne & Lucile) had fond memories of your time in Central City. I remember many Tyler/McLeod picnics and campouts at our lake.
Brian & Dan Tyler, Kathy Trotter

Bill Fead

April 3, 2008

Thanks for your Military Service.
Past Commander V.F.W.

Mike & Julie Shadley

April 3, 2008

Reverend McLeod was pastor of Julie's chuch in St. Paul, NE and we were honored and privileged to have Pastor marry us at Avery Presbyterian church in Bellevue in 1991. We will always treasure the hand made Christmas ornaments Pastor & Edyth presented us on our wedding day. With all our love.

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