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Robert Vader Obituary

Vader, Robert, age 89, of Lakewood died on September 27, 2011. He is survived by his wife of 60 years Barbelle, sister Bardena Brandt, brother Dave, daughter Susan Baab, son James, four grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Robert was born in Winfred, South Dakota and served in the army during WWII. He graduated from South Dakota State University and worked at the Bureau of Reclamation for 30 years as a soil scientist. A memorial service will be held on October 6th at 11:00 at Shepherd of the Hills Presbyterian Church in Lakewood.

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Published by Denver Post on Oct. 4, 2011.

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