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Robert HOUSTON Obituary

HOUSTON, Robert James "Bob" 75, of Springfield, OH passed away peacefully on 28 November, 2018 in Springfield Regional Medical Center with family present. He was born January 25, 1943 in Springfield, OH to Robert and Eunice Houston. He was a graduate of Springfield South High School, Class of 1962. He retired from Roger Storer Plumbing in 2001 as an estimator in plumbing and pipe fitting. He is survived by his wife, Millina Houston; four children, Todd Houston, Tylon Houston, Tony Houston, and Melissa Houston; seven grandchildren, Tyler Houston, Ajay Houston, Megan Evans, Madison Bauer, Robert Bauer, Allison Houston, and Andrew Houston; three great grandchildren; Hadlie Wade, Mya Houston, and Rowyn Houston. Keeping with Bob's giving spirit his remains will be donated to Wright State University for medical research in lieu of a funeral. Bob's love for his family was never ending and he will be missed by all.

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Published by Springfield News Sun on Dec. 2, 2018.

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Andrea Smith

April 21, 2020

Millina, So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I live in Southern Ohio now and just happened to hear about this. My condolences.

Jackie Clark

December 3, 2018

Bob was a great guy, and I will always cherish the time we worked together and the memories I have of him. My heart is sad. May he find peace.

December 2, 2018

Larry called me to say Bob was under Hospice care. I am sorry for your loss, it is never easy. May you find peace knowing he is once again whole and resting comfortably in the arms of God.
Marge Houston

Bill Burns

December 2, 2018

So sorry for your loss. Bob and I worked on a lot of jobs together. Great guy, always smiling.

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