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Robert D. Lach

1942 - 2016

BORN

1942

DIED

2016

Robert Lach Obituary

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ROBERT D. born June 18, 1942, went to be with the Lord on June 10, 2016. Born to Rudy and Edwardine Lach, both deceased. Loving husband of Virginia Lach and caring brother of James (Laura) Lach. Brother-in-law to Guy (Teresa) Willard and Jack (Luann) Willard. Loving Dad to Cheryl Thomas, Nancy Lach, Jenna Toll, Nikole Benson, Misty Toll and Katrina Toll. Papa to Laura, Tyler, Michael, Brandon, Mary Beth, Breanna, Kristian, Tiarra and Zachariah. Great-Papa to Benjamin. He also leaves behind three nieces, one nephew and several cousins. Robert worked 37 years for Chrysler Corp. at Mound Road Engine where he was known as "Airport". Robert was also an Army Vietnam Veteran. Services will take place at 11:30 a.m. on June 27, 2016, at the Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly, Michigan

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Published by Detroit Free Press on Jun. 21, 2016.

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Ed Opatik

June 23, 2016

So Sorry to hear the passing of Bob. He broke Me in on My First Job at Chrysler! My Prayers to Jim & Laura & the Family.

Rick and Sandy Wesserling

June 22, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers to The Lach Family, Bob will be sadly missed and was very much loved by all !! May you Rest In Peace Bob !! God Bless you

Jean Cyrulewski

June 22, 2016

I am sad to hear that Bob has passed. May God give you all c omfort and peace. We went to HS together... I did not know him well but remember his face. RIP Bob... May God hold you in his arms. Amen

mary sparkman

June 22, 2016

i loved how he was all was smilling

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