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Robert Stemle Obituary
Stemle, Robert J.,
88, died Tuesday, October 21, 2014 at Clark Memorial Hospital in Jeffersonville, IN.
He was born August 22, 1926 in New Albany, IN to Edward C. and Marie Goulding Stemle. He was preceded in death by his parents and his daughters, Lisa Katherine and Jennifer Sue Stemle. He was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Clarksville and retired from General Electric Co., where he was an accountant for 38 years. He was a signalman in the U.S. Navy, serving in World War II, and he capitalized on the GI Bill to attend Indiana University, where he graduated with honors.
He was an avid golfer and all-around sports enthusiast, a loyal IU Hoosiers fan and also a Louisville Cardinals fan. He was a member of the old New Albany Country Club, where he caddied in his youth, and he was an enthusiastic bridge player. His brothers and longtime friends still called him by his childhood nickname, "Mainie." He was devoted to his family and attended Mass regularly, including daily after his retirement in 1990. He was a gentle, kind and generous man who helped many people, and he will be greatly missed.
Survivors include wife of 61years, Betty (Kaelin) Stemle; daughters, Judy Strange and Angela Cash and her husband, Michael; son, Cary Stemle and his wife, Andrea Wasson Stemle; grandchildren, Brandon Strange and his wife, Jen, Jessica Strange and Kaelin Cash; great-grandchildren, Ashton, Reece, Graham, and Caroline
brothers, Edward C. Stemle, Jr. and his wife, Terry and James W. Stemle and his wife, Margie; and sisters, Margaret A. Smith and Marilyn J. Jarboe and her husband, David.
Visitation will be from 1 to 8 p.m. on Thursday and after 9 a.m. Friday at Kraft Funeral Service, 708 E. Spring St., New Albany. A brief prayer service begins at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. His funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 316 N. Sherwood Ave., Clarksville, with burial to follow in Walnut Ridge Cemetery in Jeffersonville.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to: St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church or Our Lady of Providence High School.
Online condolences may be made to www.kraftfuneralservice.net
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Erin Spear
October 29, 2014
Angie, Cary and Family,
I was sorry to hear about losing your dad. He was a really sweet man, and a good friend to my parents. It's very tough to lose a parent, and I hope knowing that he had a full and happy life with his family will give you some comfort. I'll be saying my prayers for your mom and family.
Rich & Kay Maloney
October 24, 2014
Betty & Family
Please accept our most sincere sympathies and prayers.
May God console and comfort your family during this difficult period.
Jim Schneider
October 24, 2014
Betty and family,
Please accept these condolences from my family to yours. Please know that you will all be kept in our thoughts and prayers.
Bev (Morgan) Anderson
October 23, 2014
Angie, I'm so sorry for the loss of your father. I can picture your parents at our volleyball games, and remember what a strong supporter your dad was. He had such a kind and gentle spirit. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
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Nute Lukins
October 23, 2014
Cary and family - I'm so sorry for your loss. Hope you are all well. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Virginia Taylor
October 23, 2014
Judy -- So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I looked at the pictures on-line. You have a lot of good memories to remember your dad. Take care and God Bless -- Virginia Taylor (Harrison REMC)
t. bacala
October 22, 2014
Condolences and prayers for the family and friends.Eternal Rest grant unto him and may Perpetual Light shine upon him. Rest in Peace .
Rosalie Lamping
October 22, 2014
Dear Betty and Family:
You have my deepest sympathy. To know Bob was to hold him in high esteem. Though your loss is great, it is hoped that your many happy memories will serve as comforting consolations in days to come.
Nancy Scharrer
October 22, 2014
Dearest Betty and Family. I offer my deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your beloved, Bob. I shall keep you in my prayers during this most difficult time.
Jolene Barton
October 22, 2014
Mrs. Stemle, Judy, Angie, Cary, and family - I am soooo very sorry to hear about Mr. Stemle. He was such a wonderful man and I have sooo many fond memories of your family growing up and of him. Playing at your house, skating in the basement, winding up the old record player down there and being mischevious with Judy. I think the last time we spoke was at my father's funeral. You are in my thoughts and prayers. My deepest and most heartfelt condolences. Jolene Mudd Barton and family
Kristie Myers
October 22, 2014
May the abiding peace of a life well spent make this a journey of more smiles than tears...
Carla Hounshel
October 22, 2014
Angie,
Words don't help much at a time like this, but I am thinking of and praying for you and your family.
Brenda Leive
October 22, 2014
Angie and family. I am so sorry to hear about your dad. It sounds like he had a long good life, and you can take comfort in that.
Keith Bube
October 22, 2014
Cary and Family,
So sorry to hear about your Father. May the many wonderful memories of your Father comfort you during this time of sorrow. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Keith Bube
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