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Robert Pointer Obituary
Lansing - Robert "Bob" Lee Pointer was born on January 3, 1928, lived majority of his life, and died in Lansing, Michigan on February 17, 2020. He professed his faith in Christ later in life.
Bob worked for the City of Lansing and for approximately thirty four years with the Lansing (Federal) Drop Forge, retiring as a foreman in 1990.
Bob always had time for his children, coaching little league baseball, ice skating, fishing, and bowling. During his retirement years, Bob became an avid bowler, with numerous 300 games. He continued league bowling into his 80s. Loved all things Spartans, Tigers, Pistons, and Lions. A kind, generous, yet reserved person, Bob had a unique sense of humor and never met a stranger.
Visitation for Bob will be held on Wednesday, February 26, 2020 from 2-6 pm at Riley Funeral Home, 426 W. St.Joseph St. Lansing, MI 48933. The family will receive friends from 6-7 pm.
Funeral service for Bob will be held on Thursday, February 27 at 11 am at Riley Funeral Home with Pastor Clyde Carnegie presiding.
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Cheryl L. Moore
May 11, 2021
Sis. Ros & Bro. Stanley: we are so very sorry that we have not kept in tough over the years... We all live in different states. Our Mom: Mrs. Gloria King, passed in 2017 in MD, herself, while residing with our Sister Lisa - whom you probably do not even remember...(the "Baby") We extend heartfelt condolences o the Family. And, missed being with everyone, greatly. "Mom" Helen was so great, as well, that you will remain in our hearts & memory always! Love you: Cheryl & Michael Moore
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Vicki Foreback
June 9, 2020
I just happened across this tonight, June 9. I worked at Community NewsCenter on W. Saginaw on Sunday mornings. Mr. Pointer was my very favorite customer. I looked forward to his visits every week! I loved our brief discussions...he would visit for a bit but was always coming from Quality Dairy and on his way to shoot pool with....his Uncle I believe. What a wonderful man.
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