Robert Lee Kimmerle, "Bob," quietly passed away Monday morning, January 26th, at his home in Hudson, Ohio, as a result of complications from his battle with cancer. Mr. Kimmerle was 78 years old.

He was born in Terre Haute, Indiana on June 1st, 1930, and was the eldest son of Wilber P. and Madelynn Kinser Kimmerle. Bob lived most of his life in Hudson, Ohio. Mr. Kimmerle graduated with a degree in Chemical Engineering from Indiana University, where he had received a football scholarship. He worked for U.S. Gypsum before he started his career in industrial gases at Burdett Oxygen Co. in Cleveland, Ohio. Bob owned Welker Welding Supplies, North American Cryogenics and Willoughby Oxygen in the Cleveland area. He was a leader in the distribution of rare, specialty gases and cryogenics in the Midwestern and Eastern United States. In his later years, he purchased and operated Duffy's Restaurant in Akron, Ohio which he much enjoyed Throughout his life, Mr. Kimmerle influenced, guided, assisted and touched many people's lives. He was generous with his family, friends, employees, and acquain-tances. He kindly provided guidance and wisdom to all who sought it.

He is survived by his loving wife, Diana Ireland Kimmerle; his children (with their mother Catherine Gail Joslyn of Hudson, Ohio), Kurt Kimmerle (Sue) of Middleburg Heights, Katherine Grady (Bill) of Waterville Valley, N.H., Douglas Kimmerle of Lihue, Kauai, William Kimmerle of Hudson, Ohio and Mary Lawlor (Ritch) of Hudson, Ohio, and his stepchildren, George E. Hunt (Michele) of Akron, Ohio, Denise Litzinger (Lenny) of Peninsula, Ohio, and Diana E.M. Hunt of Hudson, Ohio. He was also a loving father to his grandson, Alexander. He leaves his siblings, John Kimmerle (Norma) of Columbus, Ohio, David Kimmerle of Terre Haute, Ind., Thomas Kimmerle (Donna) of Lexington, Ohio, Maria Landesman (Jay) of New York, N.Y., and brother-in-law, Jack W. Ireland of Akron, Ohio. Mr. Kimmerle also leaves behind, his 23 wonderful grandchildren, Alex, Aaron, Brianna, Crystal, Eric, George C., Haley, Jack, Jeanie, Joseph, Kevin, KK, Koa Robert, Jessica, Kristen, Kristopher (Tricia), Kyle, Mac, Matthew Jon, Matthew Paul, Mitchell, Nicole, and Will, and two great-grandchildren, Seth and Silas. Bob was preceded in death by his sister, Linda Lou Kimmerle, and stepson, Jerry Van Hunt.

The family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, January 29th from 4 to 7 p.m. at Johnson-Romito Funeral Home (330-650-4181) located at 19 East Main St., Hudson, Ohio. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 31st at St. Mary's Catholic Church (330-653-8118) located at 340 North Main St., Hudson, Ohio.

The family encourages memorial donations to: the Cleveland Clinic Foundation Hospice, in lieu of flowers.

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Jan. 28, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Kimmerle

18 Entries

Lyle Pohly

February 16, 2009

Diana, Geoge, Kurt, Doug, etal.

I am sorry to learn of, and have missed the notice of, Bob's passing. I will always remember the good times, the advice offered, taken at times ~ passed on at others, and the life lessons learned @ Red Fox Trail and later on Hudson Street. You are all in my prayers in this time of loss.

John Tussey

January 30, 2009

To the entire family......I am very sorry to have read about Bob's passing in the paper. Losing a loved one is never an easy task to accept. May the memories you have of him and the love he gave all of you help you through these difficult times.

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Timothy and Teresa Akin

January 29, 2009

The closeness that Mr. Kimmerle encountered from friends and family alike, completed completed a true circle of love and life.

Timothy and Teresa Akin

January 29, 2009

The closness that Mr. Kimmerle encountered from friends and family alike, completed his true circle of love and life.
Our love and sympathies

Tom, Marcia and Christy Kelly

January 29, 2009

Dear Mary Beth and family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you at this time. It's difficult to lose a family member, but harder to lose a parent. As you know and remember how much he loved you, don't ever forget that he knew how much you loved him, too.

Bud & Debi Kinney

January 28, 2009

Bill,
We're sorry to hear of the passing of your father but, we are sure he rests pleased with the good work he did raising his family (as evidenced by you). Warmest regards,
Bud & Debi Kinney

Maria and Jay Landesman

January 28, 2009

With great sadness, we send our condolences.

SANDY TRIPLETT

January 28, 2009

DEAR DI DI AND FAMILY: ALL OF YOU ARE IN MIKE AND I PRAYERS..SANDY TRIPLETT

C.L. Berry, Exec Dir East High Alumni Assn.

January 28, 2009

Diana and family,

Sincere sympathy in your loss of 'Bob'.

He gave the gift of laughter
and dried his share of tears.
He left his mark on many lives
Throughout his working years.
He spread a lot of love around
He shed a world of light.
And in the memories he leaves
His spirit will always shine bright.

Wishing you the light of love, the warmth of memories, and the comfort of knowing your loss is being shared by your many classmates and alumni of Akron East High School.

January 1948 Class
June 1947 Class

Tim and Betsy Forkin

January 28, 2009

Bill, so sorry to hear about your dad. We are thinking of you and your family during this time of sadness. May the good memories you have, help you through this tough time.

Love, Tim and B

Ritch Lawlor

January 28, 2009

I will miss my Father-In-Law deeply. He was a man of values, integrity and love. I am so proud to be a member of his family.

Anthony & Tami DeSimone

January 28, 2009

Our loving thoughts are with you and your family.

Tammy McDonald (Ertley)

January 28, 2009

My prayers are with the family. I actually went to Shaker Day Camp with Bill, Doug, and Mary. (Tammy McDonald). I have such fond memories of camp and I hope your family gets through this tough ordeal.

Bob and Gail Joslyn

January 28, 2009

Bob and Gail Joslyn have the entire family in their prayers.

Hal & Lynn Youart

January 28, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Johnson-Romito Funeral Homes

January 28, 2009

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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