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Robert Affolter Obituary

Robert Lee Affolter -MACON, GA - Robert Lee Affolter, 76, a resident of Macon, died Sunday, May 24, 2009 after a short illness. Visitation will be held at Macon Memorial Park, Tuesday, May 26th from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. Funeral will be held at The Lutheran Church of the Redeemer on Wednesday, May 27th at 2P.M. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to The Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, 390 Pierce Avenue, Macon, GA 31204. -Born July 7th, 1932, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, Robert relocated to Macon in 1964. Staff Sergeant Affolter served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. After an Honorable Discharge, he attended Marshall University, graduating in 1956 with a degree in Economics. Robert's career as the Southeastern Sales Representative for Liberty Life Insurance Company lasted 31 years. While at Liberty Life, he earned his CLU (Chartered Life Underwriter) designation and won numerous awards. After his retirement, Robert served as an Executive Field Representative with the Better Business Bureau, 1992-95. -Robert has been an active member of The Lutheran Church of the Redeemer since arriving in Macon, and has served on several committees and boards. A Past President of The Sunset Optimist Club (1977-78), Robert was a volunteer at Meal on Wheels for 13 year and also a member of H2U (Senior Friends). -In retirement, he enjoyed hunting and spending time with his wife of 56 years. -Bob's faith, strength and kind heart were an inspiration to his family. He lived his life with integrity and valor. -Mr. Affolter was preceded in death by his father, Carl Affolter, mother, Lena Elizabeth Affolter and brother, Ira Lynn Affolter, all from West Virginia. -He is survived by his loving wife, Kathy Affolter; daughter and son-in-law, Betsy and Randy Griffin, Macon; daughter and son-in-law, Cherie and Bill Mullins, Southport, Florida; son, Tim Affolter, Sugar Hill; and daughter and son-in-law Kelli and Steve Toland, Macon. Robert is also survived by 12 grandchildren, three great grandchildren; brother, Lyle Carl Affolter (Nina), sister, Leah Francis Stanley (Chuck) and sister-in-law, Sue Affolter. -Macon Memorial Park Funeral Home has charge of the arrangements. Robert Affolter

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Published by The Telegraph on May 26, 2009.

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Scott Sherrill

May 31, 2009

Kathy, Cherie and family
I was truly saddened to hear of your loss. Bob was a man who was full of love and allways willing to do what he could to help anyone who needed it. The help and support he gave to me and the love allways present in your home is one of my happiest memories of my time on Mafiel Dr. He will be missed.

laura adams

May 27, 2009

Dear Kelli and family,
We were so sorry to here about the loss of your father and know that you will miss him greatly. We are praying that God will comfort you during this difficult time. There is such great comfort that you will see him again in heaven!
Love,
Laura and Heyward

Jennifer Williams (Petersen)

May 27, 2009

Aunt Kathy,
Me and the girls send all our love. We wish we could be there in person during this time. I sincerely will always treasure all the special times I have shared with Uncle Bob and he will be greatly missed.

Love Always,
Jennifer, Eden, Madison and Lauren

Beverly Bell

May 27, 2009

Betsy, Cherie and all the family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. With sincere sympathy for your loss.

Beverly Murphy Bell, Randy Murphy
Lillian Murphy

May 27, 2009

Kelli and family, please accept my deepest sympathy in the passing of your Dad. Having been through this experience myself with my own Dad, you will be in my thoughts and prayers in the days and weeks ahead. The NAIFA-Macon family also extends their sympathy to you and your family. Kathryn J. Page, Association Executive

Stan & Carla Cook

May 26, 2009

Betsy & Randy

Our thoughts are with you at this time. We are so sorry for your loss.

Camerone & Mike Hutchinson

May 26, 2009

Kathy and family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will miss Bob. We will especially miss his warm hugs and cheerful greetings. He was always interested in what we are doing. He will live on in our memories.

Larry Gibson

May 26, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of Robert's passing. I hope that you can find some comfort in your many special memories and in the thought of the happy years you shared.

Sam Wilson

May 26, 2009

Ms. Kathy and family, so sorry to hear of Mr. Bob's passing. I have fond memories of his kindness to a young new boy in the neighborhood. I will be praying for your family as you go through the days ahead. May you find hope and help in remembering that the Lord Jesus also went to the grave, only to rise again. Love you all, truly, Sam Wilson

Ian Wilkinson

May 26, 2009

Kelli ,
To you and your family all I can say is sorry. Please remember today your Dad is walking streets paved with gold. Ian.

Amy Affolter Wince

May 26, 2009

Im so sorry about Uncle Bob, I know he will be missed. Wish I could be there with you all! Great big hugs and kisses to all. xoxo

Amy, Kyle and Steven

June Ritchie

May 26, 2009

Kathy and Family, All of the Ritchie family, Bert, June, Tim, Lori, (and Janet) want you each to know how much you all are loved and remembered today.You are going through a very hard place right now, and we understand and are with you in it. The loss never goes away, but every seemingly small and insignificant memory as well as the many great ones stay with you forever and come to you when you least expect and need it.Your wonderful family unit will sustain you. With love and memories, June

May 26, 2009

Kelli-
I am so sorry to read about your dad. I have been there and just know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Carla Harrison Clifford

Sara Forehand

May 26, 2009

You all have our deepest sympathy. May God bless you all, we know he will be missed. My prayer is that we prepare to meet him again some day. With Love from the Forehand Family

Angela Davidson Starley

May 26, 2009

To the entire Affolter Family I wish to express my deepest sympathy. I remember your family from church when I was growing up. I also was a friend of Cheries in school. Although it has been so many years since I have seen any of you I remember everyone of you. Mr. Bob was such a sweet and loving man and I know you will miss him. May God Bless you all through this very hard time.

Angela Davidson Starley

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