Robert Daryl "Bob" Dick

Robert "Bob" Daryl Dick
of Chelsea, Michigan, formerly of Ann Arbor, age 76, passed away Sunday, June 8, 2025, at Michigan Medicine in Ann Arbor. He was born October 30, 1948, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, the son of Wayne Hollenger and Hazel Evelyn (Rosen) Dick.

Bob went to Juniata College in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, earning his Bachelor of Science Degree in 1970. He did his post grad studies at the University of Miami in Florida. Bob was a Research Technician at the University of Michigan, where he was a Lab Manager in Human Genetics.

Bob was raised in the Church of the Brethren faith; his father, grandfather and uncle were Brethren ministers. More recently, he was a member of the Chelsea First United Methodist Church, where he was involved in many things, but enjoyed being part of the "Fix-It Guys". He enjoyed gardening and being in the outdoors, whether being at his cottage boating and fishing or home mowing the lawn. Bob loved dogs, and raised Weimaraners and Pointers for hunting. He judged at dog shows and sporting dog trials while riding horse back. Bob was known for his kindness, thoughtfulness, gentle soul and quiet care for others. He was compassionate, understanding, and quick to smile and always had a little chuckle. A friend said "Great guy. He had a thoughtful, sweet smile and gentle spirit that lightened every room and every occasion". Bob was loved by many and will be sorely missed.

Bob is survived by his wife, Charma Kay Shoemaker. They were married on St. Kitts in the British Virgin Islands on May 20, 2004. He is also survived by his stepson, Scott (Robin) Shoemaker of Central Point, Oregon; sister, Phyllis (Chuck) Douglass of Niceville, Florida; brother, Kenneth (Barbara) Dick of Lapeer; grandchildren, Scott Shoemaker, Jr., and Avery Shoemaker; nieces and nephews, Chuck (Suzanne) Douglass, Eddie (Lara) Douglass, Andrew (Laurie) Dick, Christine Tunney, and Joshua (Amanda) Dick; and many great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service was held for Bob at the Chelsea First United Methodist Church, officiated by Pastor Joy Barrett, on Saturday, August 16th.

Visitation for family and friends began at 10:00 a.m. The service will begin at 11:00 a.m. A luncheon in the church Social Hall will follow the service.

Memorial contributions may be made to Chelsea First United Methodist Church. Arrangements were entrusted to Cole Funeral Chapel in Chelsea.