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Robert Blose Obituary

Robert O. Blose, 93, of Allentown, passed away on Saturday June 17, 2017. Bob was the husband of the late Dorothy A. (Seng) Blose who preceded him on March 27, 2015. Born in Allentown he was a son of the late Walter and Annabelle (Snyder) Blose. Bob worked as a stock clerk for 25 years at the Shop Rite in Allentown prior to retiring in 1989. He was a member of the Boulevard E.C. Church in Allentown. Bob enjoyed bowling and gardening during his lifetime. Survivors: Surviving are his sons; Donald and wife Wanda of Allentown, Robert D. and wife Patti of Whitehall, and his daughter Cheryl wife of Chris Gaydos of Allentown. Bob has five grandchildren and six great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his sisters Joanne Timberman and Dolly Avate. Services: Funeral Services will be on Thursday June 22, 2017 at 1:30 pm in the O'Donnell Funeral Home, 908 Hanover Ave. Allentown. Calling will be on Thursday from 12:00-1:30 pm. The Rev. Bruce C. Stevenson will officiate. Contributions: In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to P.A.L. c/o Officer April Knerr, 425 W. Hamilton St. Allentown, Pa. 18101.

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Published by Morning Call on Jun. 19, 2017.

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Holly Weiss

June 21, 2017

Don and Wanda,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

Cecelia Navarre

June 20, 2017

I will miss our talks and joking and laughter, my dear friend. You were as close to me as my own father. My mornings will never be the same. I am a better person having the privilege of knowing and helping you. Rest my dear one, you are with Dorothy now. ❤

The Mattiuz & Deibert Family

June 19, 2017

We will keep you guys close in our thoughts and prayers in the coming weeks as everyone goes through their process of grieving.
Love to all ....
♡ Tony, Betty, Erica, Matt, Liam, Parker, Kyle & Tysa

Kathie Timberman

June 19, 2017

RIP Uncle Bob...please give kisses and hugs to Mom for us. We will always cheerish the wonderful Easters we spent together listening to those funny childhood stories you would share with us about our Mom as well as Aunt Dolly and you and your children.
Condolences to Donnie,Robert, and Cheryl.
We love you,
Kathie, David, and Debbie

Gloria Gallagher

June 19, 2017

Don, so sorry to see in the paper today that your Father passed away. I know how close you were to him, My sympathy t9 you and your family.

Gloria Gallagher

June 19, 2017

Don,Bob,and Cheryl,

Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your father. As long as we have known him, he has always been a gentle and kind man. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him but, he is now with his beloved Dorothy. Rest in peace Bob. Love, Uncle Dan and Aunt Linda

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