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Robert Earl Dandrow

08/11/1949 - 09/25/2024

BORN

08/11/1949

DIED

09/25/2024

Robert Dandrow Obituary

Robert "Bob" Dandrow passed away on September 25, 2024, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Tampa, Florida, surrounded by family. Bob was born on August 11, 1949, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Isabel and Earl Dandrow. Bob is survived by his beloved wife, Christine, and their children - Christopher, Amy, Deb and Brandon. He was a proud grandfather to Abby, Ethan, Isabella, Aubrey, Keegan, Brady, Sofia and Samantha. Bob grew up on a farm in Hilliards, Michigan, with his brother Tom and sisters Pam, Kathy and Mary. He proudly served in the Navy, receiving an honorable discharge in 1969 and earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from Aquinas College. Bob was recognized by family, friends and colleagues as a humble and kind family man who kept his word. He was the life of the party, widely known for making people laugh. You could always find him fixing or making things with his hands. Bob loved music and could cut a rug with the best of them. He enjoyed grilling and taking his family for boat rides and was a fan of Notre Dame football - enjoying several tailgates, no matter if they won or lost. His ever-present sense of humor and solid presence will be missed.

A small, private burial ceremony will be held at the Bushnell military cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the American Cancer Society.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Grand Rapids Press from Sep. 27 to Sep. 29, 2024.

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