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Robert Palmeter Obituary

ROBERT J. PALMETER, 56, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2008. Born in Biloxi, Miss., he was employed with Bunge North America for 35 years. He enjoyed bowling, fishing, golfing and the blues. Survivors include his wife and partner of 22 years, Terri (Meyer) Palmeter of Fort Wayne; and siblings, Vicky Burgette of Ocala, Fla., Brenda Palmeter-Ziko of Westfield, Ind., Cynthia Grider of Indianapolis, and Barry "Chip" Palmeter of Fort Wayne. He was preceded in death by father, Robert Joseph Palmeter; mother, Thelma May Robison; and stepfather, Roy "Pete" Robison. A private celebration of Bob's life will be held at a later date. Arrangements by D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road. Memorials to American Cancer Society or Hospice Home.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Sep. 26, 2008.

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Paula Gaffer

October 7, 2024

So sorry for your loss Terri

Linda Lesher

October 13, 2008

Terri,
I worked for Pete and Thelma so I knew Bob way back when. Vicky is also my sister-in-law. I am sorry for your loss. I remember Bob as a pleasant guy!
God Bless You!

Karen Matthews

September 29, 2008

To the family of Bob Palmeter - may you be comforted in your loss and may God give you peace.

Dick & Phyllis Conrad

September 27, 2008

Terri, we just want you to know that we are thinking of you and praying that you and the family will feel God's peace and comfort during this difficult time.

We Love you,
Uncle Dick & Aunt Phyllis

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