Robert Edward Shantry

1924 - 2017

BORN

1924

DIED

2017

Robert Shantry Obituary

Shantry

Robert Edward went home to his Lord on October 9th.  He was born in Detroit, Michigan on May 4, 1924. In 1942, he joined the US Army Air Corp and was honorably discharged in 1945.  He was predecased by his wife Shirley Jean (nee Smith) and Valda Mae.  He is survived by his children, Robert Edward Shantry Jr. (Lynn), BeckyJo Shantry, and Timothy Matthew Shantry (Teri).  He is also survived by his grandchildren, Kristen Lynn Dalrick (Devin) and Robert Steven Backlund (Renee), Michaela Delaney, Samuel Matthew, and Aidan Patrick Shantry.  Great-grandchildren Audrey Pauline and Ryan Backlund.  Memorials can be made to The Salvation Army or the charity of your choice.

Published by The Detroit News & Detroit Free Press on Oct. 12, 2017.
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Dear Becky, Kristen, and Family,
I am saddened to learn of the passing of this fine Gentleman. I was privileged to meet him and visit with him on several occasions, including just a few weeks ago. He never failed to convey a warm and good-humored welcome. I enjoyed swapping "Dad jokes" with him, especially when seeing his serious listening face break into a broad grin and
twinkling eyes. He was ready, I know, and secure of his place in Heaven. He is at peace and will rest until we all show up and yell "SUPPLIES." His memory will live forever in our hearts.
Love, Fred.

Fred Leopold

October 12, 2017

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