Robert Edward "Bob" LeMere

Robert (Bob) Edward LeMere, 93, of Ferdinand, formerly of South Bend, passed away at Scenic Hills at the Monastery in Ferdinand. Bob was born December 13, 1931 in Mishawaka, IN to Lloyd and Genieva (Wachs) LeMere. On September 8, 1951, Bob married Mary Ellen Lahey in South Bend, IN. She preceded him in death on March 30, 2019. He is survived by daughters, Debbie Gillespie, Sharon (Daniel) Heeke, Cynthia (Jim) Risner and Eva (Chuck) Witham; sons, Charles LeMere and Edward (Mary Beth) LeMere; 18 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, 3 sisters and a son in-law, Gary Gillespie. Bob was a Tool and Die Maker and Machinist by trade. He loved to fish, woodworking, camping and traveling with Mary. Bob was a kind generous man who loved spending time with his family. A Celebration of Life will be held on February 21st from 2-4:00 PM ET at Becher Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association at 225 North Michigan Ave. Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601. Becher Funeral Home in Ferdinand has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be shared at www.becherfuneralhome.com