Flint, Michigan
HIRR, Robert M. - Of Grand Blanc, age 88, died Friday, March 13, 2009 at his residence. Funeral service will be held at 11AM Wednesday, March 18, 2009 at Grand Blanc United Methodist Church, 515 Bush Avenue, Grand Blanc, Pastor Patrick England officiating. Burial in Great Lakes National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Grand Blanc United Methodist Church or Grand Blanc Heritage Museum. Visitation 1-3 and 5-8PM Tuesday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. Mr. Hirr will be at the church from 10:30AM Wednesday until the time of the service. Robert was born in Detroit, Michigan on May 26, 1920, the son of the late Paul and Elizabeth Hirr. He served his country in the U.S. Army Air Corps. On December 10, 1942 he married Betty Newport in Detroit, Michigan. He was a member of Grand Blanc United Methodist Church and Grand Blanc Heritage Museum. He loved going to church and putting puzzles together. Mr. Hirr retired from General Motors and the U.S. Air Force. Surviving are wife, Betty; children, Richard and wife Jessie Hirr, David and wife Tina Hirr, Dennis and wife Patrice Hirr, Lynn and husband Wesley Lofton, Laura and husband Mark DiFilippo; 9 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; sister, Lois Stewart; sister-in-law, Shirley and husband Joseph Miller. Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomeinc.com
Mrs. Hirr, I'm so sorry to hear about your husband. I just found out on wednesday. My heart goes out to you. If there is anything I can do , please do not hesitate to ask. I'll keep you in my prayers. Take care.
Love Tina ( Best Doggone Trims)
Tina Courneya
March 19, 2009 | Flint, MI
Grandma, thinking of you today and most days. Miss you so much. I heard from Mom and Krista and they raved about how wonderful the ceremony was today. I am so proud of Grandpa and he deserved nothing less than a regal celebration of his life today. I love you so much. I will write soon as I find myself flooded with wonderful memories of the lake, the pontoon boat, the snowmobiles, the puzzles, the laughter, smile and warmth my grandpa brought me. Love you, Kami
Kami Syvertson
March 18, 2009 | Bozeman, MT
Dear Betty, I was so sadden to pick up the paper tonight and see that the Love of your life has joined our Lord and Savior, I know Bob is happy, but it is so hard on the ones who are left behind. We had alot of good times, He loved to read and work out in the yard. I cleaned for you for many years and I miss you. God bless you. Love your ex-housekeeper Rain
Rain J Hemenway
March 16, 2009 | Burton, MI
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mark Kulig
March 16, 2009 | Mt. Morris
I am so sorry for the loss of your father, grandfather and husband. He had many accomplishments that I know you are all so proud of. He was a very fine man. I pray God gives you peace.
Dawn Olmsted Swanson
March 16, 2009 | Burton, MI
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bethany Emmendorfer
March 16, 2009 | Flushing, MI
