Robert H. "Bob" Kotheimer

KOTHEIMER, ROBERT H. "BOB", 85, of Louisville, passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2009.

He was a retired materials controller for International Harvester where he had 30 years of service, a graduate of DuPont Manual High School, a member of St. Pius X Catholic Church and the American Legion Highland Post 201.

He was also a U. S. Army veteran of World War II.

Preceding him in death was his wife, Doris Laval Kotheimer; a daughter, Diane Kotheimer; and a brother, Joseph H. Kotheimer, Jr.

Survivors include his son, Robert D. Kotheimer (Kathy Bean); his granddaughter, Claire Bean Kotheimer and a brother, William C. Kotheimer (Ann).

The family wishes to thank the staff of Golden Living St. Matthews, and especially Sherry Simmons and Bonnie Green, for the loving care and treatment Bob received during his stay with them. They also wish to thank a special friend, Mary Jean Kempf for her visits.

His funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 7, 2009 at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 3521 Goldsmith Lane. Visitation will be 5 9 p.m. Friday at Ratterman & Sons Funeral Home, 3800 Bardstown Road. In accordance with Bob's wishes, cremation will occur following his Mass.

Donations may be made to Hosparus of Louisville in his memory.