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Robert Gorham Obituary
Robert was a 1948 graduate of Vincent High School and was the last remaining male member of his class. He retired from Ohio Power in Beverly, Ohio. Robert was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed watching Dale Earnhardt. He enjoyed woodworking and making wood crafts. Robert was a family man and enjoyed spending time with his family. Robert enjoyed vacationing to Myrtle Beach and mowing his yard. He would fix anything for any one.
He is survived by his two daughters Sandra Gorham (Tom West) and Debbie Cunningham (Rod); his granddaughter Alisha Foust (Jeron); great-granddaughters Piper and Sophia Foust; five step-grandchildren and five step-great-grandchildren; and his dog "Buddy".
He is preceded in death by his wife Carol Pugh Gorham, whom he married September 19, 1954; his infant son John David; sister Rachael; and brothers Ralph and Charles Gorham.
Funeral services will take place on Monday, February 27 at 1:00 at the Barlow Chapel of Cawley and Peoples Funeral Homes. Visitation will take place from 11:00-1:00pm. Burial at Barlow Central Cemetery will occur following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to either the Barlow Presbyterian Church, P O Box 146, Barlow, OH 45712, or the Barlow Fire Department at PO Box 121, Barlow, OH 45712.
Cawley and Peoples Funeral Homes is honored to serve the Gorham family and offers online condolences and resources by visiting their website www.CawleyandPeoples.com or by following their Facebook page.
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