Robert Edward Kinker

Cincinnati - Robert "Bob" Kinker, born July 25, 1925 to the late Edward H. Kinker and the late Hilda Jansing Kinker in Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2020 at the age of 94. Beloved husband of the late Katherine "Kitty" Patricia Foy Kinker; devoted father of Joseph E. (Susan) Kinker, Jeffery R. (Karen) Kinker, Mark T. Kinker, Michael W. (Julie) Kinker, M. Anne (Loel) McIntosh, Karen K. (Mark) Miller, and Martha K. (John) Olberding. Loving grandfather to Allison (Matthew) Heidt, Natalie (William) Cromer, Dana (Keegan) O'Brien, Katelyn Kinker (Alec Kasuya), Lauren (Aaron) Stancik, Emily Kinker, David Cherwonuk, Kate Cherwonuk, Brooke Cherwonuk, Kyle (Stephanie) McIntosh, Kelly McIntosh (Dustin Cain), Claire Miller, J. Braden Miller, Gregory Olberding, Edward "Teddy" Olberding, and Joseph Olberding. Loving great grandfather to Everly Cromer, Brynn Cromer, Landon Heidt, and Pierce O'Brien. Dear brother of the late Elizabeth A. "Betty" Kinker Utech, and brother in law to Jo Ann Foy and Sr. Mary Ann Foy RSCJ. He was the devoted father figure to Mary McCarthy (Leonard) Whitling and their son Christopher; and longtime friend of Mary Rita Hirn Riddel. He was also a devoted uncle to many nieces and nephews. Due to COVID-19 regulations, private services have been held for the family. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Cincinnati, 4310 Cooper Rd., 45242, or Society of the Sacred Heart, Provincial House, 4389 W. Pine Blvd., St. Louis MO., 63108-2205. Online condolences at www.rohdefuneral.com

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Published by The Cincinnati Enquirer from May 14 to May 17, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Kinker

12 Entries

John and Darleen Hirn

May 19, 2020

Our sincere condolence to the entire Kinker family. We will miss Bob. He was a true gentleman, gracious and always kind. And at the same time he was funny. We will miss the shared laughs we all had whenever in his company. God bless you all. Sending our love.

Deb Riggs

May 19, 2020

To Lauren Kinker Stancik and the entire Kinker family, It has been a great honor to have know Bob and have him as a devoted and very active member of the TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion. Bob came to the fitness center several days a week to walk and lift weights even up to age 94!! I always looked forward to a periodic visit from Sr. Foy as she joined Bob at the center for a treadmill workout. That time was so special. As a Clifton Sacred Heart Academy alum, Bob and I shared many stories about Kitty and my days and the fun traditions at Clifton. Bob became too ill to attend my retirement celebration from TriHealth in November so I did not get a chance to thank him for his friendship and to say farewell. He remains in my prayers and I know everyone misses his smile at the Pavilion. God bless all of you and I know Bob is happy to be home in paradise with Kitty and the Lord.

Marisue Naber

May 18, 2020

Dear Jeff and Joe and entire family,
My sincere condolences in the loss of your father. Bob was such a great friend to my parents, Marilyn and Dick Naber and to our entire family. I recall meetings of the Kenwood Swim Club where Bob and I sat on the board together. He was always so helpful and supportive to us. And as my father aged and then moved to the Seasons, Bob continued to call and visit. He was such a loyal friend. Take care and my sympathy to all of you. May you be blessed with peace. Sincerely, Marisue Naber

Joseph Pflum

May 18, 2020

I would like to express my condolences to the entire family on the passing of Mr. Kinker. I know I speak for my staff too he was always kind to everyone in the office. It was an honor and pleasure to care for Mr. and Mrs. Kinker all those years.

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Sally (Utech) Williams

May 17, 2020

Very fond memories of Uncle Bob's kindness and generosity over the years. He will be missed.

Janet & Jim Crabtree

May 17, 2020

So many memories growing up with Uncle Bob and Aunt Kitty and all my Kinker cousins. Uncle Bob will be truly missed. So happy that at least myself and my family were able to be there to celebrate his 90th birthday with him and the rest of the family. He will forever be in our hearts. My thoughts are with all of you. Sending much love your way.

Mary Stagaman

May 17, 2020

I remember fondly many picnic dinners in the Kinker backyard in Kenwood. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of your dad, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. My parents loved Mr. and Mrs. Kinker dearly.

George and Carol Dettenwanger

May 16, 2020

I treasured the friendship I had with Bob (and Kitty) until we lost contact with him after he retired. He was and wonderful person whose life was well worth imitating. Sympathy to all his family who lost his presence with them.

Carol Brady

May 16, 2020

To all the Kinkers and their families,
I will always remember your father/grandfather as loving & caring and who always had a smile on his face to help brighten my day. I will miss him. Prayers & love to all of you!

Tom & Rae Covey

May 16, 2020

Karen & Mark, Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss. Tom & Rae

Ann Cotter & Family

May 16, 2020

What a loving tribute to Mr. Kinker!

May he find everlasting peaceand may those he leaves behind find comfort in cherished memories and in love for one another. Blessings to all.

Trish and Steve Tagariello

May 15, 2020

May he rest in peace after a very full life surrounded by a wonderful family.

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