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Robert Christopher Obituary

Christopher, Robert "Bob"
1942 - 2020
Robert "Bob" Earl Christopher, age 78, passed away on December 27, 2020. Born on October 7, 1942 in Cleveland, Ohio, Bob spent most of his life in central Ohio, graduating from West High School and later from The Ohio State University. With over 35 years of service, he retired from Nationwide Insurance. He is preceded in death by his mother Yvonne (Raymond) Puccetti and his father Wilton "Bud" (Isabelle) Christopher. He is survived by his wife, Della Christopher, married 28 years; daughters, Roberta "Rob," Deb, and Cindy (Clay) Kinnard; and granddaughters, Camryn and Kaelyn; step-daughters, Deanna Golden-Kreutz (Jeff Kreutz) and Teressa (Chris) Lewis; and grandchildren, Darryl (Zak) Dunham, Jarred Kreutz, Anna Lewis and Timothy Lewis; and brother, Richard "Dick" (Cathy) Christopher; cherished nieces and nephews; and many good friends. Contributions in Bob's memory may be made to the American Kidney Foundation at www.kidneyfund.org. Friends and family may call from 10-11:30am on Monday, January 4, 2021 at the DWAYNE R. SPENCE FUNERAL HOME, 650 W. Waterloo St., Canal Winchester, OH. To view Bob's complete obituary notice and share memories or condolences, please visit www.spencefuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Dec. 30, 2020 to Jan. 2, 2021.

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Not enough words to describe how wonderful a person Bob was and an honor to call him uncle and all around great guy. He will be missed greatly, but will always be close in our hearts. We loved him so and will always cherish the memories. Rest in Peace, Bob as you certainly do deserve it. Della, we are here for whatever you need and love you so much.

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