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Robert Ledbetter Obituary

Robert P. Ledbetter went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 5, 2010, at the age of 89. Born on April 28, 1921, in Ardmore, OK, to Robert H. and Nora Adeline (Moore) Ledbetter, Bob obtained his B.S. from Oklahoma A&M in 1943, where he was active in the Sigma Chi fraternity. Soon after, he served in the Navy during World War II. An extremely talented and respected electrical engineer, Bob was a prolific inventor in his chosen field and held several patents, the first of which he obtained at age 17. He was employed by the FAA for 34 years, during which time he also acted as partner at the Sullivan Recording Studio. Bob served as an Elder and Deacon at St. Stephen's Presbyterian Church and designed and operated the sound system there for many years. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Marcia (Wilkerson) Ledbetter; his brother, Dr. Myron C. Ledbetter of Port Jefferson, NY; his daughters: Celia Ledbetter of Fort Worth, TX, Dr. Marcialee Ledbetter (Dan McGeehan) of Tulsa, Valerie Pulley (Glenn) of Oklahoma City, and Lindy Hughes (Don) of Oklahoma City; and grandchildren: Wesley and Chester Hamilton, Caitlin and Claire McGeehan, Collin Pulley, and Abigail Wiseman and Keirra Hughes. The memorial service will be held at St. Stephen's Presbyterian Church, 2424 N.W. 50th, Oklahoma City, on Thursday, November 11, 2010, at 2pm. In lieu of flowers the family is requesting donations to St. Stephen's Presbyterian Church.

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Published by Oklahoman from Nov. 9 to Nov. 10, 2010.

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Pat Murrell Thompson Fabry

November 10, 2010

My deepest sympathy to the family. Lou always thought highly of Bob and I hope they are together up there.

Cheryl Camp

November 10, 2010

I'm so sorry for your loss. Mr. Ledbetter was a wonderful person to know growing up. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Mara Scott

November 9, 2010

Marcia, Celia, Lee, Valerie and Lindy,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We love your family so much. I have so many fond memories of time spent at your home. Bob was like a second father to me.

Love to you all,
Mara Smith Scott

Janie Roach Lampi

November 9, 2010

I am so sorry for your family's loss. Please know that I am keeping you in my prayers at this difficult time.

Barbara Young

November 9, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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