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Robert Conklin Obituary
Bob was a 1964 graduate of Harding High School and a 1973 graduate of The Ohio State University with a degree in Business Administration. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force from August 8, 1966, to April 5, 1970, and served in Vietnam. Bob retired as an accountant for Carborundum Grinding Wheel Company in Logan.
On June 13, 1970, he married his high school sweetheart, Cheryl DeBolt Conklin, and celebrated 53 years of marriage this summer.
Bob was an avid history buff and sports enthusiast. Bob was a passionate Buckeyes fan and OSU football season ticket holder. He held a strong opinion on anything Michigan. He enjoyed golf, pickleball, and cheering for the Blue Jackets, the Crew, the Reds, and the Bengals. He was also a fan of sports at Lancaster High School, particularly soccer coached by his son, Kent, and played by his granddaughter, Caroline, as well as tennis played by his granddaughter, Brinkley. Bob's faith was important to him, and he was active in the former Mills Memorial United Methodist Church, serving as financial secretary starting in 2010. He attended Maple Street United Methodist church during the past year.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife; his sons, Kent Alan (Jennifer) Conklin of Lancaster, Matthew Jacob (Tammy) Conklin of Aiken, South Carolina, and Robert Drew (Linda) Conklin of Wichita Falls, Texas; his granddaughters, Caroline, Brinkley, and Willow; along with his brother, James Dale (Sharon) Conklin of Westerville; sister-in-law, Sherry Conklin of Columbia, Maryland; and numerous nieces, nephews, and in-laws also remember Bob with great fondness and love.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers, Glenn Roy Conklin and Gene Allen Conklin.
A celebration of life is planned for a later date. Arrangements are by Cardaras Funeral Home, 183 E. Second St., Logan.
The family suggests donations in memory of Bob be made to Maple Street United Methodist Church, 438 E Wheeling St, Lancaster, OH 43130 or Fairfield County 211 - H3 Hunger Coalition, 108 West Main Street, Suite C, Lancaster, Ohio 43130.
Please sign his online guestbook at www.cardaras.com
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Leo Brown
December 5, 2023
Praying for Cheryl and family. Bob and Cheryl offered much encouragement and support to my wife and I the 13 years we were at Mills.
Sandy Williams
December 3, 2023
We were blessed to have Bob as part of our congregation this past year. He was a kind man who had a smile for us at church. He is missed by many.
Cathy and Larry Crawgord
December 3, 2023
We send our sincere condolences to Cheryl and familymay you be comforted as you remember the love he gave you, the lessons he taught you and the loving legacy he has left you. ❤
Karen and Dave Davis
December 3, 2023
Bob was a caring person and wonderful family man. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. Our condolences to Cheryl and the family.
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Donna Gray
December 3, 2023
Bob was a wonderful person. I have such great memories of him working at Mills Church. Hey was a fine Christian man with a love for Jesus and his family. I am praying for Cheryl and his family.
Vicki & Ed Bell
December 3, 2023
Bob was a special part of our family. He was a fabulous husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, brother-in-law, and a friend to many. He will be missed tremendously, but is now cancer free and at peace.
Sue Christian
December 3, 2023
Wow, what to say about a friend you’ve spent years being around. He and Cheryl were dear friends and loyal soccer parents, following the boys around as they played the game we loved. I had the privilege of coaching Matt and Drew and working with Kent for many years. The were all very special people. I loved them all. God bless, Cheryl. Thanks to you and Bob for wonderful memories. Jim and I will keep you in our prayers.
Jim Conklin
December 3, 2023
I am proud to be Bob's brother. He was a great brother and a great man. Sharon I will miss him.
Sheila Gross
December 3, 2023
Thoughts and prayers for your family during this time of grieving.
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