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Robert E Conover

Colorado Springs CO, Colorado

May 7, 1928 – Jul 6, 2024

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BORN
May 7, 1928
DIED
July 6, 2024
LOCATION
Colorado Springs CO, Colorado

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Robert (Bob) Eugene Conover, 96 years old, of Colorado Springs, died July 6, 2024. He was born May 7, 1928 to parents Herschel and Ava Conover in Cozaddale, OH. Bob served in the US Marine Corps in 1946 and 1947. Bob later served in the US Air Force as a pilot from 1952 to 1955. He received...

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Dear Sue, my thoughts and prayers are with you and family. Your father was an extraordinary gentleman who touched the lives of many people not only with his wisdom but also with his kindness. Carolyn

Our family grew up with the Conovers and our parents were friends. Both sets of parents resided at Village at Skyline for a time and had book discussions and enjoyed dining together. I have such fond memories of them talking about Bob´s passion for making miniature ships. Nancy was an avid reader with a sharp mind and wit. Mark, Scott and Karen; may your dad´s and mom´s memory be a blessing and may there be laughter amongst the tears. With love, Carolyn and Mike Boggs and the whole...

Bob was the Chief Engineer at Timken Rock Bit where I started as a young Engineering Draftsman & worked with him for many years. He was a boss plus a good friend to me & my family. I have a lot of memories of the work we accomplished & of the personal times we shared at & away from work. LHe had a special smile & look in his eyes that I will always remember. I last saw him several years ago at the Village at Skyline fitness facility where he spent many hours on the stationary bicycle....

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Bob was my 1st cousin and a whole generation older than me. Bob, and his brother Ken (Kenneth Alvin Conover) grew up on the farm that was established in 1822 by our Great, Great Grandfather William Conover (aka William Covenhoven). My father (Howard) also grew up on the same farm and spent a lot of time at "the farm" during Bob and Ken's early years. When I was young and Bob was flying F-86 jet fighters, he would come to our house when possible and share stories about his Air Force life. My...

Great time with my big brother wonderful memories love you your brother

I miss you blg brother much love gods speed you are a good man Ken Conover