Robert L. Ummel

Lafayette - Robert ""Bob"" Lee Ummel, age 74 of Lafayette, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 with his family by his side. He was born July 22, 1943 to the late Lee Ummel and Mildred Schultz. Bob was a graduate of Dayton High School. He proudly served 4 years in the US Navy during the Vietnam War. He married Rosalind Lee Leibenguth on October 17, 1969. Surviving are his wife and his children Diana Smith, Melissa Overstreet (husband John), Doug Ummel (wife Camille) all of Lafayette, brothers Jim Ummel of Frankfort and Rod Ummel(Linda) of Rossville and a sister Mary Storey(Ray) of Frankfort. Proceeded in death by his stepson John C. McDowell. He has eight grandchildren, Christopher Shaff, Jordan Shaff, Megan Mayotte, Craig McDowell, Brandon Bull, Aaron Bull, Cheyenne Ummel, and Dawson Ummel. He also has 2 great-grandchildren, Kaliyah Balbuena, and Grayson Shaff. After his service in the Navy, he worked in consumer electronics repair at Suburban TV for 20 years before starting a career at Rea Magnet Wire in electrical maintenance, where he retired after 22 years of service. Bob was an avid Purdue fan and loved golfing and gardening. Bob spent his retirement years reading, spending time with all his family and friends and loving people. He served at Faith Christian School as a crossing guard and Faith Church where he and Rosalind attend regularly. His celebration of life will be held Saturday, March 17th visitation 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at Faith Church with service to follow at 3:00pm. Officiating Pastors Steve Viars and Dustin Folden, with the burial to follow at the Wyandotte Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to share a meal back at Faith Church afterwards. Family requests that memorial contributions be made to Faith Christian School or Vision of Hope Ministry. You may sign the guest book and leave memories at www.soller-baker.com

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Published by Journal & Courier on Mar. 15, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Ummel

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21 Entries

Donnie Swisher

March 13, 2019

You have made it thru all of your firsts. As you know the pain is getting easier to bare. But then there are some days it feels like Bob has just left you. Hang on to the Lords comforting arms Rosiland. Prayers Sincerely Donnie Swisher

Alissa Kruger

March 25, 2018

Bob was my favorite customer. He never failed to put a smile on my face and truly made my day better. I will never forget all of the conversations we have had and even the time he helped another co-worker and I pick out oil at Walmart. He was a good man. Work won't be the same without his smiling face in the mornings.

Jan Ermel

March 21, 2018

I'M so sorry I couldn't say goodbye to him! HE WAS a very good man and I wish I could have paid my respect to him. MY husband Walters wife Esther was a relative of Bobs. I met he and wife a few times and they were wonderful people.rest in peace Bob!

Debbie and Derek Alexander

March 17, 2018

The Ummel Family.
So very sorry to hear about Bob! Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you!

Bob King

March 17, 2018

Bob was a good man. I worked with him at Suburban TV for a very short time, and we occasionally went to service meetings together. He will be missed,

Daniel Jones

March 16, 2018

Sorry for your loss.

March 16, 2018

My Mama always loved Bobby and spoke very highly of him. Prayers to all.
Dianne Raisor Royer

Jeff & Laura Holladay

March 16, 2018

I cannot express how hard this was to hear, Jeff and I were in disbelief. I cannot come up with the right words to say, but just know that we are sorry and are here if you need us. Our hearts are with you during this time. Hugs to the family.

Daniel Goodman

March 16, 2018

My deepest sympathies go out to the Ummel family.
I have fond memories as I spent time with them, while I went to college with Doug.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Charlene (Scott) Mingst

March 15, 2018

Dear Rosalind and family,
I am so sorry for your sudden and unexpected loss.
Bob always had a smile for everyone. May God be with you through these difficult days.

Ginger Pruitt Abbott

March 15, 2018

So sorry to hear about Bob. The last time we talked was at Dayton UMC. Rember most of you from school.

Jane and john Foster

March 15, 2018

Ros...you are in our thoughts and prayers..

Rita Shoaf

March 15, 2018

Roslyn and family,
So very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. May God wrap his arms around you and your family with comfort and compassion. Bob was a very kind man and I loved his smile. He will be greatly missed by all.
Love you,

Elizabeth (Sandifur) Weber

March 15, 2018

Deepest sympathy to the family, friends and loved ones of Bob Ummel. He lived a lived of which you can be proud. I've never known him not to have a warm smile, a kind word and a helping hand for anyone who needed it. You are in my thoughts as your face this difficult loss.

Donnie Swisher

March 15, 2018

Rosiland may God comfort you and your family at this most difficult time. My thoughts and prayers will be with you all.

Sincerely,
Donnie (Herod) Swisher

cathy brooks

March 15, 2018

Rosalind,
Larry and I were so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Please know we will be thinking of you during this time. We are unable to make it to the service but will say a prayer for you and your family. We always enjoys seeing you guys and Bob always had a smile on his face and a hug. I will miss that. Love you all. May God bless you and your family

Julia Adams

March 15, 2018

Roslyn and family,
Ron and I were saddened to hear of Bob's death. We will always remember his cheerful smile and caring ways. We will be thinking of you and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Many blessings...Ron and Julie Aaams

Bob Cornell

March 15, 2018

Rosalind, so sorry to r ad of Bob's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bob Cornell

Jill (Patton) Sheets

March 15, 2018

You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Cathy and Larry Brooks

March 14, 2018

Roslyn , Larry and are are so sorry to hear Of Bob's passing. Our prayers and hugs go out to you and your family. We are unable to attend the service we are headed to Florida. Just know we will be thinking of you and your family that day and praying for you during this time. Bob was a great guy and we will miss his smile and hugs. Love you all

Tom and Donna Adams

March 14, 2018

Rosalind and family, so sorry about your loss, Words cannot express how you must feel. So I will just say Thank you Bob for many good times playing cards, RIP

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