LIMA -- Robert ("Bob") Eugene Morton, aged 76, died on March 11, 2025, in Lima, Ohio. Robert was born in Lima, Ohio, in 1948, and was a 1966 graduate of Lima Senior High School. In 1967 he was married to his wife Ruthann ("Robin") O'Black who survives him.
He served in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany. He was honorably discharged in 1970. Robert had a long and successful career as a skilled tradesman at Teledyne Ohio Steel, at the U.S. Army Tank Plant, and at Cooper Tire and Rubber. He retired in 2010, and enjoyed restoring classic cars and attending car shows during his retirement. He owned several dogs in later life, and cared for them deeply.
In addition to his wife Robin, he is survived by two sons: Eric (Shelly) Morton of Duluth, Georgia, and David Morton of Lima. He is also survived by his brother Earl (Jackie) Morton of Cridersville, Ohio, and by two step sisters: Sharon Schoonover of Lima, and Jackie Coon of Cridersville.
He will be interred at the Dayton National Cemetery at a future date, and a private family ceremony will be held at that time.
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Joan Everett
March 18, 2025
Robin, I´m so sorry for your loss. Please know that I am praying for you and your family.
Sincerely, Joan Everett
Lois Bratz
March 16, 2025
Robin, I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I remember when he had the Plymouth and all the car shows. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tammy & Ed Danner
March 14, 2025
Robin we are so sorry to hear Bob passed away. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Ed & Tammy Danner
Steven Hollar
March 13, 2025
Remember riding on the bicycle built for two you built and going what seemed like 200 mph on sugar street and Fairview ave.
Randy
March 13, 2025
Bob was a dear uncle. He was a unique person in his own ways. I will always remember his easy laugh and the playful twinkle he had in his eyes. He had a passion for cars and he helped me obtain my first one when I was 17 yrs old. The car helped me with friends and have a happier life. He always had a cheerful attitude. His spirit will live on.
Pam Holden
March 13, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. My sincere condolences to Robin and family.
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