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Robert G. Merse Bob, 79 passed away peacefully on June 13, 2017, following a long battle with frontal temporal degeneration. Bob was loved by all who knew him. He graduated from Holmes High School in 1956 where he was a star athlete playing football and basketball as well as running track. He was inducted in the Northern Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame in 2003.
Through the years, Bob was involved in many organizations. He was a member of Latonia Baptist Church for 56 years. Bob worked for the Kroger Company from 1956 until he retired in 1986 as Director of Real Estate. Bob leaves the love of his life, Nancy (married 60 years) and sons David and Chad(Emily)Merse. He is also survived by his four grandchildren, Patrick, Margaret, Shelby, and Harrison Merse. Other survivors include a sister Mary(Bruce) Mink, sister-in-law Linda(David) Proudfit, mother-in-law Mildred Parsley and a niece and 3 nephews.
Special thanks to Hospice of the Bluegrass for all the love and support given to Bob. The excellent care provided by Leanne and Debbie was greatly appreciated.
A private service was held with Reverend Christopher Peterson, Hospice Chaplain, officiating. Memorials: Hospice of the Bluegrass 7388 Turfway Road, Florence, KY 41042
Linnemann Family Funeral Home and Cremation Center is serving the family.
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July 14, 2017
We just learned of Bob's passing. We are truly sorry to know about this. He was always so friendly and I'm sure he will be missed by all who we him. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Alyce and Jack Glenn
Ron & Norma peace
June 20, 2017
Nancy and Family, We will never forget the great times we had with you and Bob playing Euchre, and our trips together. Bob was a wonderful man.
Chase Jennings
June 16, 2017
So sorry to learn my friend and old teammate at Holmes has gone home to the Lord. Nancy and the whole family have my deepest sympathy.
May God be with you.
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Rachel Morrow
June 15, 2017
Nancy and family,
Thank you for sharing Bob with us! He was such a gentleman and his smile was a light. Our prayer go out to you we are thinking of you and your family.
Sincerely,
Rachel Morrow
Olive Allen
June 15, 2017
Sorry for your loss. Olive
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