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Robert Lehman Obituary
Robert A. Lehman, 78, of Akron, Ohio, passed from this life into the presence of the Lord on Monday, March 2, 2015, peacefully surrounded by his loving family.
Robert was born on November 19, 1936 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Esther (Garr) and Chester Lehman. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his loving wife of 42 years, Margaret (Thomson) Lehman; his brother, Larry; and granddaughter, Mallorie. He is survived by his sister, Delores Babbits (Richard); brother, Kenneth (Betty deceased); his children, Pamela Haba (Thomas Smith), Dave (Julie), Douglas (Donna), Scott (Georgia), Susan McGuigan (Steve); seventeen grandchildren: Michael, Jennifer (Javi), Eric (Jane), Catie, Tom, Nathan, Steven, Timothy, and David Haba, Melissa, Heather Williams (Martail), Makenzie, Zeckary, Zayne, Macie, Patrick and Maggie McGuigan; great grandchildren: Baylee, Mason, and Amelia; as well as, his dear friend, Jan Weber, with whom he shared a special bond.
Bob retired from Waste Management in 1999. He also worked for Samsel Rope, Mack Truck, Yellow Cab, Lehman's Hardware and Lehman's Bakery. He was a member of the Richfield United Church of Christ.
He enjoyed many years of playing drums with the Bob Spivak Orchestra and recently with the Senior Center Band of Richfield. He loved to travel and explore lighthouses throughout the country. He was very active in the church in his earlier years. He was also a member of the Masons.
A Memorial Service will be held at the Richfield United Church of Christ, 4340 W. Streetsboro (Rt. 303), Richfield, Ohio, Sunday, March 8, 2015 at 3:30 p.m., with Rev. Michael Lehman officiating; the family will receive friends immediately following the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Alpha Gamma Delta Omega (re: Robert Lehman), 450 Carroll Street, Akron, OH 44304; all contributions will be donated to Diabetes Research and Education. Private interment will take place prior to the service.
Grandpa was loved by all who knew him. His family will miss his wonderful smile and sunny disposition in spite of being blind and enduring many health issues. We will always hold a special place in our hearts for Grandpa.
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David Lehman
April 1, 2016
Thanks for all of your love and kind thoughts. They are comforting even looking back over one year later. Thanks to everyone who was able to make it to Dad's life celebration. I am sure he was grinning from ear to ear! God bless you all and his memory.
Kurt White
March 22, 2015
Lehman family,
My dad told me about Uncle Bob passing. My first thought was that he's in Heaven now with Aunt Marge, smiling down on their kids and grand kids, and all the many friends that they loved and served so well. I was out in California this last week and told Kevin and my mom about his passing. We all commented on what great folks both your parents were. I'm terribly sorry for your loss, and pray that God comforts you through His Spirit. And because of that Old Rugged Cross, we shall be reunited one day.
God bless you, and all my love.
Kurt White
Houston, TX
March 9, 2015
I a so sorry about the passing of "Uncle" Bob as that is what we called him. I always thought he was a dear sweet man.
Dorrine Mirenda Balsat
Martha Mazak
March 9, 2015
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Martha Mazak
St. John/St. Paul Lutheran Church, Akron, OH
March 9, 2015
His wonderful smile and kind heart will definitely be missed by all. It was a pleasure to have known him! Sandy Apidone..Countryside Florist
March 8, 2015
So sorry to hear about this. He was an inspiration. So kind and a great sense of humor. Great neighbor, too.
March 8, 2015
Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Kay And Terry Janis
Denny and Carol Cadwallader
March 8, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God's grace and peace be a comfort at this difficult time.
pam Lowe
March 7, 2015
Our Condolences to the Lehman family!
Pam and Ed Lowe
March 7, 2015
Jason, so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Karin Holt (Kramer)
March 6, 2015
Lehman family, I know many of you and you are all in my thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss.
Laura Thomson-Walek
March 6, 2015
Our deepest sympathy
The Thomson family
Amy & Steve Liskey
March 6, 2015
Doug, Donna, and Family-We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with all of you.
Lori Mealing
March 6, 2015
Donna, I'm so sorry to hear of your family's loss. You all are in my prayers.
Mary M. Ryan
March 6, 2015
I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Lehman family. Take care.
Ian Cox
March 6, 2015
So sorry for your loss Pam, Tom and boys. In our thoughts and in our hearts. Ian & Patty xxx
The Staff of Billow Funeral Homes
March 6, 2015
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
March 6, 2015
Big Bob left a tremendous legacy! Big Marge and little Mallorie are with him now! Our sincere condolences! Dody, Wes, Kelly, Taylor and Kacey
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