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Robert A. "Bob" Heber

Robert Heber Obituary

HEBER Robert A. "Bob" Heber, age 72, of Upper Arlington, passed away peacefully Tuesday, September 16, 2008, at his home. He was born September 25, 1935, in Columbus, Ohio, son of Benjamin C., Jr. and Clara (Atwood) Heber. Bob retired as human resources manager of Robertshaw Controls Inc. in Grove City following over 30 years of service. A devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother, he will be dearly missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Nancy (Roscoe) Heber; daughter, Karen Ann (Jeffrey) Groff of Upper Arlington; son, Brian Robert (Mia Foley) Heber of Shawnee, CO; grandchildren, Daniel Robert and Jessica Ann Groff; brother, Richard (Mary Ann) Heber of Brevard, NC; mother-in-law, Helen Ann Roscoe and sister-in-law, H. Yvonne Roscoe, both of Columbus; several nephews and many friends. Bob was a 1957 graduate of The Ohio State University with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration. He was a member and Past Master of Triangle Lodge #748 F&AM; Scottish Rite and Aladdin Temple Shrine. Bob was a direct descendent from Heber Bros. Greater Show, a circus operating out of Columbus between 1907 and 1917. Bob was a very dedicated and active member of King Avenue United Methodist Church, where he was a chair of many committees. He worked tirelessly to make King Avenue an inclusive and reconciling congregation. Along with his wife, Nancy, he co-chaired the "Notes & Nails" campaign to raise funds for a new organ and extensive chancel renovation. Friends may call 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 1740 Zollinger Road. Funeral Service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, September 19, 2008, at King Avenue United Methodist Church, 299 King Avenue. Interment to follow Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the "Notes & Nails" Fund, c/o King Avenue United Methodist Church, 299 King Avenue, Columbus, OH 43201, in his memory. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Sep. 17 to Sep. 18, 2008.

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Karen Ball

October 19, 2008

Nancy: There are not enough words to capture the sense of loss. Our hearts are with you. We wish you and your family the Peace of God's Love. Karen Ball & Chris Wooten

Dawn Wendorff

October 19, 2008

Nancy, Karen, Jeff and family,
I am so sorry to learn of your loss. Bob was a very special man as a supportive and loving husband, father and caring grandfather. He will be deeply missed by those of us who knew of his many kindnesses.
Fondly,

Deneen Day

September 28, 2008

To the Heber family especially Nancy, I am so sorry for your loss. Those of us who have been touched by his kindness will not be able to replace it. You both stood for so much as a couple and christians, thank you, thank you, thank you!!You will always be in our prayers and thoughts. Deneen and Kendall Day

Sandra Lantz

September 22, 2008

Karen and Jeff and family,
We were out of town and just found out this morning about your Dad. Diana told us. We are so sorry to hear this news. He was such an active man and so involved. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Neal and Sandy Lantz

Ann Heineman

September 20, 2008

Dear Nancy, Brian, Karen and all your families, My condolences to you on the death of your loving husband and father.
Blessings of comfort as you mourn his loss.

Ann H , art teacher (retired) at Greensview

Dianne Moore

September 18, 2008

Dean Nancy and family,
I was so sorry to hear about the death of your husband, Bob. I am sure you will miss him a great deal and my thoughts will be with you at this difficult time. My youngest daughter gave me a journal to write down eveything when my husband died 5 years ago. I would encourage you to do the same...I was just reading mine two days ago and it brought back wonderful memories about the kindnesses of others. Dianne Moore-Westerville Garden Club

Roger Spires

September 18, 2008

Nancy and Family,
I am sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I will miss his gentle and caring spirit.
I will keep you in my prayers.

Sharon Sherrod

September 18, 2008

Bob was a special man and will be missed by all who knew him. I enjoyed working with him at Robertshaw and enjoyed the afternoon sparing that took place between him and Dorothy Lind.

Darla Perry

September 18, 2008

Nancy and family, I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this trying time. I worked with Bob at Robertshaw, and feel blessed to have known him.

Jody Huggins

September 18, 2008

Nancy, I was so sorry to hear about Bob. I am keeping you in my prayers. Love and blessings to you, Jody Huggins

Yvonne Satterwhite

September 18, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Nancy. I'm here if you need anything. Bob was a wonderful man,

Love, Yvonne S.

Judy and Anna

September 18, 2008

Nancy, Karen, Brian,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at Bob's passing. He was a great man and a fabulous advocate for equality for all. The world is a little less bright now that he's gone.

Richard Heber

September 17, 2008

I always looked up to you and I still do. Your loving Brother.

Dick McCray

September 17, 2008

Dear Nancy
Both Peg and I are saddened to hear of the news of Bob's passing. He was a good friend and we always enjoyed being with him. He will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family.

Peg Newill

September 17, 2008

Dear Nancy,
Bill and I are keeping you close in thought. May God's faithfulness comfort you and give you strength through the days ahead.
With Sympathy, Peg & Bill Newill.

Steve Speakman

September 17, 2008

Nancy and family...
I was so saddened to hear of your loss. Please remember all of the wonderful memories and cherish the times you have had with Bob.

If there is anything I can do for you, Nancy...please do not hesitate to phone or email me. I will be there in a flash.

Love you

Sue and Fred Burt

September 17, 2008

Nancy and family, Bob was a giant of a man to us and always will be...we learned so much about personal integrity from watching Bob over the years. We love and miss you.

Mary Ellen Bibyk

September 17, 2008

Bob's been such a sweetheart to me over all of these years. I always looked forward to seeing him.
I'll miss him very much.

Dale, Patricia & family Moon

September 17, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Linda Middelberg

September 17, 2008

Bob will be missed. It is difficult to think about not seeing him on Sunday mornings.

Carla Wilkins

September 17, 2008

I'm so sorry for your loss and want you to know that my heart is with you. I so enjoyed knowing Bob while working with and learning from him at Robertshaw.

Cindy, Scott and Zane Westover

September 17, 2008

Our family is thinking of your family at this difficult time. We wish you much peace and will be in touch very soon.

Pat Rupiper

September 17, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

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