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1946
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Robert Bainbridge Obituary
Sept 28, 1946 - April 28, 2023
Robert R. Bainbridge, also known as "Bibs" and "Bob", 76, joined his beloved dog Molly in the sweet hereafter on Friday, April 28th, 2023. He is survived by his best friend and wife, Sharon A. Bainbridge, and children: daughter Karen (Craig) Molden (Kelsey, Kyle), daughter Laura (Drew) Doxsee (Moira, Brooke), son Robert "Bobby" (Donya) Bainbridge (Anna, Abygale, RJ), stepson George (Susan) Taulia (Elizabeth, Emily, John, Alex, Robert "Rob", Sofia, Matthew "Hannah", Diego, Mateo), and stepdaughter Rachel Browning (Makenzee, Brenton, Xavier, Nick). He is also survived by two brothers: Tom (Lynn) Bainbridge and James (Cheryl) Bainbridge as well as multiple nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Bibs was a lifelong Bears fan, even during the years in which being such a fan was rather difficult. He was happiest when jamming with his brother Tom, playing guitar and harmonizing, with friends and family singing along. Bob loved model trains, and was a lifelong tinkerer, fix-it man, and general good guy. Bob claimed that he didn't really like other people, but the people who knew and loved him knew how true that actually was not. He was a deadly shot with a rubber band, and always had a hidden stash of chocolate covered peanuts. Bob worked at Inland Steel for over 44 years as a machinist and as a supervisor for the machine shop.
Visitation will be Wednesday, May 3rd,2023 from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm CST at Hillside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 8941 Kleinman Rd (one block south of Ridge Rd) Highland, IN, 46322 with a eulogy at 7:00 pm.
Bob was a member of the Arbor Day Foundation and would be honored if you would contribute in some way to help that organization.
For additional information, please contact HILLSIDE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTER KONNIE KUIPER-MICHAEL KUIPER-VASSby calling 219-838-0800 or visiting us at www.hillsidefhcares.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Robert Farnsworth
May 12, 2025
He was a good friend.
We were kids together and he matured faster than me. Kinda looked out for me.
Rhonda Fromm
May 6, 2023
I am so very sorry for your loss! Prayers to you and your family! I hope that you can find some peace during this difficult time in your life! Your mail carrier Rhonda
Ashley Soderquist (Pajdzik)
May 5, 2023
Dear Sharon and family,
I truly apologize that we were out of town during Bob´s visitation and also that I found out an his passing just today.
My heart breaks for you all, but what a treasure it was to know Bob. Such a kind neighbor to grow up next to. To think years later Sharon, you and Bob came to my wedding after not seeing me for over a decade showed how special you both are and the beautiful marriage you shared together. I´ll always think fondly of you both and your family and have nothing but love for you all.
I enjoyed the way Bob was described above and I know he´s living it up, jamming in Heaven. I was blessed to witness some music playing in your basement when I was a little girl.
I´ll be praying for you, Sharon. Please know you are on my mind and in my heart.
Anthony &Sharyn Zygmunt
May 5, 2023
Such a good guy with deadly sense of humor yet such a shy man at times. He will be missed and both of us were happy to call him a friend
Milan Momcilovich
May 4, 2023
I would like to extend my sincere condolences to Bob's family. I have worked with Bob from when he was a machinist and then a supervisor. Always honest and sincere he will be missed at the retirement party.
May He Rest in Peace and have memory eternal
God Bless
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