Robert "Bob" Karnafel

Robert "Bob" Karnafel obituary, Dearborn Heightss, MI

Robert "Bob" Karnafel

Robert Karnafel Obituary

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Karnafel, Robert "Bob". Age 72 of Dearborn Heights. Bob was born May 7, 1943 in Detroit, MI to William and Paula (nee: Garbinskey) Karnafel and died on October 4, 2015 at Oakwood Hospital and Medical Center in Dearborn, MI. His parents preceded him in death. Beloved husband of 50 years to Pamalla "Pam". Loving dad of Rob and Dave (Karen). Proud grandpa of Davey and Lauren. Dearest brother of Sandy (Jay) Ross. Also survived by other loving family and friends. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one brother and one sister. Bob was a graduate of Salesian High School in Detroit, proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a retiree of Chrysler-McGraw Glass Plant where he served for 32 years. He loved being in his backyard, barbecuing and listening to oldies music; he also enjoyed gardening and was a fan of the Detroit Tigers and Michigan State University Spartans. He was a member of the VFW and Fort Dearborn Post 364 American Legion. A memorial service will be Friday, October 9, 2015 at 12 pm at The Allen Park Chapel of The Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd (Corner of Goddard). Memorial gathering Thursday, October 8, 2015 from 4 – 9 pm at the funeral home. Memorial contributions to honor Bob's memory may be made to the Disabled American Veterans. A video tribute will be added, please check back.

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Leanne Karnafel Kornfeld

June 5, 2016

Aunt Pam and Family,

Aunt Sandy called me today with the news. I am so sorry you didn't have my telephone number. The last time I spoke to Uncle Bob I asked him how he was and he told me about his knees if I remember correctly and I told him I love him and will be praying. Last time I saw you guys Uncle Bob took me for a ride in his car and tears started running down my face a little and he said you ok? And I said allergies but really I was so blessed to be with my uncle and all of you that it was tears of Joy. I will do my best to stay in better contact with everyone. I have a heavy heart tonight and missing my uncle and pray we will all be able to see each other soon. So sorry I wasn't there and know I deeply love all of you.

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