Robert C. "Bob" Brenner

BRENNER Robert C. "Bob" Brenner, age 89, of Upper Arlington, passed away peacefully Sunday, November 25, 2007 with his wife and daughters by his side at Riverside Methodist Hospital. He was born July 13, 1918 in Columbus, son of Joseph and Clara (Reeb) Brenner. Bob was a retired tool engineer having worked at Battelle Memorial Institute and manager of plant services for National Electric Coil. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather who loved spending time with his family. He is survived by his devoted wife of 59 years, Elizabeth "Betty" Brenner; loving daughters, Barbara Ann Mason, Columbus and Lisa Dyan Dills, of Westerville; very precious grandchildren, Christi (Mike) Smith, Megan Coughlin and Asa Dills; two adoring great grandsons, Garrett and Wyatt Smith; very special nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of wonderful friends. He was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters Mercedes Webster, Joseph Brenner, Virginia Baker and Ralph Brenner. Bob was a member of St. Andrew's Parish, where he was formerly active in the choir for over 40 years. He was a 69 year member of Knights of Columbus # 11275; past President of St. Xavier Men's Glee Club and St. Xavier Beneficial Society; lifetime member of American Legion Post # 443. Member of ASTME and Columbus Maennerchor. Bob served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He loved cooking, gardening, reading and being involved in the community. Friends may call 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 1740 Zollinger Road, where prayer service will be held 7:45 p.m. Wednesday. Celebration of Life Funeral Mass will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, November 29, 2007 at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 1899 McCoy Road at Reed Road with Fr. Michael Watson, Celebrant. Private inurnment St. Joseph Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Buckeye Ranch, Inc., 5665 Hoover Road, Grove City, OH 43123, in his memory. "Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries"