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ROBERT JOHN REBER
1950 - 2019
ROBERT JOHN REBER
1950 - 2019
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BORN
1950
DIED
2019
ROBERT REBER Obituary
Age 68, of Valparaiso, IN passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 26, 1950 in Pittsburgh, PA to Edward and Marie (Schneider) Reber. Robert is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Kathleen (Brennan) Reber; two sons, Jason Reber, Ryan (Diana) Reber; daughter, Joy (CJ) Jahanbani; brother, Kevin (Linda) Reber; sister, Cynthia (Tony) Butowicz; sister-in-law, Peggy Reber; three grandsons, Christopher Santos, Alex Reber, Mason Reber; five granddaughters, Nikki Santos, Rachel Santos, Kaitlin Jahanbani, Malina Reber, Fallyn Reber; great-granddaughter, Scarlet Santos; many nieces, nephews, extended family; and his group of close friends in The Continuation Club. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Marie; two brothers, James Reber, William Reber; and two sisters, Marie Kostella and Melissa Reber. Robert graduated from St. Justin High School, Pittsburgh, PA Class of 1968. He went to Penn Technical School. Robert retired from ArcelorMittal following 43 years of service. He was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, served as a lector and Eucharistic minister and also served on the Church Finance Counsel. Robert was a member of United Steelworkers Local 6787, past Chairman of The Boys and Girls Club of Porter County and a board member for 25 years. Robert also was a Past President of The South Haven Jaycees, Past President and member of The South Haven Lions Club and volunteered with Rebuilding Together. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, April 29, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 356 W. 700 N., Valparaiso, IN 46385 with Father Paul Quanz officiating. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery, Portage, IN. Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 28, 2019 from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at EDMONDS & EVANS FUNERAL HOME PORTAGE CHAPEL, 6941 Central Ave., Portage, IN 46368 with Rosary Service to be held at 3:00 p.m. Memorial donations in Robert's honor may be made to South Haven Boys and Girls Club, 723 Long Run Rd.,Valparaiso, IN 46385. Online condolences to the family may be made at:
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Marisa Turner
May 1, 2019
Dear Ms. Kathy, Reber, Diana, Joy, Mason & Malina, I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Reber's passing!!! My heart and prayers are with you. I will always remember him as the sweetest, kindest man. What a gentle soul. May God bless you all greatly with His peace, comfort, strength, love & joy in memories. I love you all
April 28, 2019
Dear Kathy,
My deepest sympathy. So sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Sarah Smith
April 27, 2019
We offer our condolences. We pray in your behalf, and we offer the hope of seeing our loved ones on a Paradise earth. Psm 37:29
April 27, 2019
Kathy
So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I remember all the kindness he showed and the special man he was. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Louie Horwith
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Father Mike Lenz, OFM.
April 26, 2019
Dear Kathy and family,
I'm very sorry to hear about Bob's passing away. Bob was truly a very good, solid Catholic man, a good family man, and one who was dedicated to the local community. He left his mark on everyone who met him.
May his memory be a blessing to all of us.
April 26, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Joe & Cheryl Galetti
Jim Kramer
April 26, 2019
Kevin/Linda & Family,
Sorry to hear of the passing of your brother.
Sue & I pray you find Inner Peace & Comfort in this time of Sorrow.
Jim & Sue Kramer
Jon Harrington
April 25, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. He will be missed but will be remember him fondly.
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