Robert Oman

Robert "Bobby O" Oman, 81, went to be with his Lord on Jan. 23, 2026, after a short but valiant battle with cancer.

Born on Sept. 3, 1944, in Fremont, Ohio, Bob began his career with Whirlpool in 1967, transferring to Whirlpool's Michigan operations in 1974, where he spent the rest of his career. For more than 30 years at Whirlpool, he served in many roles, visited many countries, and formed lifelong friendships.

Bob proudly served his country in the U.S. Army/Army Reserve. He continued that service at the Stevensville American Legion Post 568, where he was a member of the Honor Guard. He was also a lifelong blood donor. Bob could fix just about anything, restoring an old house with a close friend after retirement.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Norma (Stine) Oman, whom he married on Nov. 29, 1969, and by his parents: Richard and Lois Oman; and brothers-in-law: Ronald Stine of Arizona, Ken Fleming of Ohio, and Dennis Stine of Illinois.

He is survived by his daughters: Andrea Oman of Stevensville and Beth Oman (Jason Ulrich); step-granddaughters: Kassie and Ani Ulrich of Stillwater, Minn.; his sisters: Carol Baker and Lucretia Fleming, of Ohio; sister-in-law, Marilyn Stine of Illinois; many beloved nieces and nephews and dear friends. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

A memorial service will be held in the spring.

Please consider a donation to the Stevensville American Legion Post 568, the Berrien County Cancer Service, or make a life-giving blood donation in his memory.