Robert "Bob" Showalter
Robert "Bob" Showalter
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Robert L. “Bob” Showalter, age 83 of Grey Eagle, passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at his home in Grey Eagle, Minnesota.
A private graveside service will be held at Lakeview Cemetery in Grey Eagle.
Robert Lee Showalter was born February 11, 1942 in Burtrum, Minnesota to Mearl and Swea (Larson) Showalter. He was united in marriage to Loni Hodge on June 22, 1979 in Long Prairie, Minnesota. Bob was an avid collector of coins and collectable toy cars. He was proud of working at the glass factory in Faribault, Minnesota for over 15 years. Bob enjoyed gardening, putting together jigsaw puzzles, and relaxing outside enjoying the sunshine.
Survivors include his three children and three stepchildren; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Loni Showalter on May 29, 2008; parents; brother, Vernon Showalter; and sister, Anna DeFoe.
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