Robert Myers Jr.

1949 - 2021

Myers Jr., Robert
1949 - 2021
Robert "Bob" Norman Myers Jr., born July 19, 1949 in Altoona, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2021 at his home in Columbus. The son of Robert and Betty Myers, Bob was a 1967 graduate of Altoona Area High School and in 1971 received a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from The Pennsylvania State University. He also obtained a Master's degree in Business Administration from Xavier University in Cincinnati, OH. Bob served in the United States Army for several years, obtaining the rank of Captain, before embarking upon his business career. He was employed as a business analyst for Dun and Bradstreet and Rockwell International, before joining Battelle Memorial Institute, where he worked for many years as Vice President of Business Operations. He then served as the Chief Financial Officer for the Edison Welding Institute before retiring. In retirement, Bob spent his free time volunteering, tinkering in his wood shop, and indulging in his love for classic cars. Bob was the beloved father of Michael (Angela) of Loveland, OH and Patrick (Cassandra) Myers of Ewa Beach, HI; and was the devoted grandfather to Jack, Rowan, Jaeveon, James, Bobby, and Madison. Bob was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Betty, brothers Bill and Jim Myers, and sister Connie Huhn. In addition to his children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews, Bob is survived by his brother, David; sisters, Linda (Jack) Lundy and Shari (Mark) Izzo; brothers-in-law, Marvin Huhn, Dennis and Cheryl Hatch of Altoona; and former wife, Janet Myers. At Bob's request, there will be no memorial service. With that in mind, if you would like to make a donation in Bob's name, please consider donating to any U.S. Military-approved charitable foundation. Please visit www.schoedinger.com to leave a special memory or condolence. Arrangements have been entrusted to the SCHOEDINGER WORTHINGTON FUNERAL HOME.