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Robert Hutson Obituary

Robert A. Hutson

Robert A. "Bob" Hutson, 55, of Lafayette, formerly of Brookston, passed away at 8:20 a.m., Tuesday, October 11, 2011.

He was born May 23, 1956 in Lafayette to Dorothy "Dottie" Hutson and the late Ed Hutson. He was a 1974 graduate of Frontier High School and attended broadcasting school in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.

Bob worked for Kirby Risk Supply Company for several years and then held various jobs in Florida, Indianapolis and the Lafayette area.

He enjoyed spending time with his family and was a true sports enthusiast. He enjoyed Frontier athletics and was an avid Indiana Pacers fan.

Surviving with his mother are three brothers, Steve Hutson (wife: Stacy) of Fishers, Brian Hutson (wife: Cara) of Pendleton and Michael Hutson (wife: Beth) of Edina, Minn.

Also surviving are five nieces and nephews, Alie, Jorie, Emma, Jacob and Jack.

Friends may call from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, October 15, 2011 at Hartzler-Clapper Funeral Home in Brookston with Pastor Tom Watt officiating. Interment to follow in Brookston IOOF Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Brookston United Methodist Church.

Share memories and online condolences at www.clapperfuneralservices.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Journal & Courier on Oct. 13, 2011.

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October 14, 2011

Aunt Dottie, so sorry to hear about Bob. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. We Love You
Ed & Cathy Chamberlain

Todd Lyman

October 13, 2011

Dottie, Steve, Brian & Mike,
We are sorry for your loss. Prayers from Japan for peace and comfort.
Todd Lyman & family

Larry & Crystal Hostetter

October 13, 2011

Dottie,
So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Know that we are praying for you and your family. May you feel God's comforting presence through people around you both near and far. Love you...

J&B Wall

October 13, 2011

Dottie,

We are so sorry for your loss. Bob is at peace now. You and the family are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

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