Robert Tremain

Robert Tremain obituary, Shelbyville, IN

Robert Tremain

Robert Tremain Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Murphy-Parks Funeral Services on Jan. 8, 2025.
Robert Tremain, 79, formerly of Shelbyville, passed away Monday January 6, 2025 at his residence in Soddy Daisy, TN.
He was born January 29, 1945 in Greensburg, IN to Maurice Tremain and Wilma J. (Kaster) Tremain.
He proudly served in the United States Marine Corp.
Robert worked for Allison Transmission for 30 years before retiring. He loved to do puzzles and be in his woodworking shop. He was a fixer upper and always working on a project. When he wasn't doing that, he would be enjoying his time on the Dixie chopper with his grandkids.
He married Menia S. (Simmons) Tremain on June 23, 1990 and she survives.
He is also survived by his daughters, Bobbi Gecua, Rachel Payne, and Dawn Clem; his sons, Samuel Layton, Matthew Layton, and Arron Layton; 16 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Richard Tremain.
Visitation will be Friday, January 10, 2025 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Murphy-Parks Funeral Service, 703 S. Harrison Street, Shelbyville, IN 46176.
Funeral services will be Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 11 a.m. at Murphy-Parks Funeral Service with Reverend Mick Folly officiating. Military rites will be conducted by our local veteran organization.
Burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery.
Funeral Directors, Greg Parks, Sheila Parks, and Stuart Parks are honored to serve Robert's family.
Online condolences may be shared at www.murphyparks.com.

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