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Robert Pearce Obituary

Pearce, Robert L. of Waterford; September 16, 2017; age 56; Loving husband of Julie for 24 years; Beloved father of Chelsea Nelson (Matt Bray) and Russell Pearce (Katie Kelsey); Dear son of Joan and Russ Pearce; Son in law of Kent and Judy Redeman; Brother of David Pearce, Debbie (Bruce) Buelter, Cheryl Pearce and Michael Pearce; Brother in law of Mark Redeman, Kent (Nicole) Redeman and the late Jeffery Redeman; Proud grandfather of Bryson and Dalton; Also cherished by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Mr. Pearce was known as the "Camaro Kid". He enjoyed working on cars, drag racing and spending time with his family. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at the RIVERSIDE CHAPEL, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home, 5630 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday from 3 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Liver Foundation or to the National Kidney Foundation. Online guest book www.modetzfuneralhomes.com

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Published by The Oakland Press from Sep. 17 to Sep. 18, 2017.

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Carol Hutson Leach

April 29, 2024

Bobby loved his Camero and made sure it always had the best shine! He was a good friend and will never be forgotten

Cheryl Kelsey

September 11, 2020

Remembering you today & always... much love rest in paradise kind sir.

Mark Proper

October 10, 2017

I'm so sorry for your loss my condolences to you all. Mark Proper

Fred and Linda Rodriguez

September 20, 2017

Our hearts are so saddened by your loss. We are praying for you, Russ and Joannie, along with the rest of your family. May God comfort you, and may you find peace in knowing Bob is now with Him.

Duncan & Valerie Michael

September 19, 2017

With our deepest sympathy.

Cheryl Kelsey

September 19, 2017

Please accept my deepest sympathies.... Bob was a courageous man, who fought a valiant battle... He is now free of the pain and fly's high among the heavens smiling happily loving all of you. Bob blessed the lives of all who knew him with love and laughter, and I thank him from the bottom of my heart for caring and including my baby girl Katie into his family, just as he loved his own. Bob will be forever honored to of had so many who loved, and cherished him. I send all my love and prayers to all of you.... May God hold you all in his loving grasp and comfort your tears. I love you all.

Kimberly Gaynett

September 19, 2017

Joan,
I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kim Gaynett

Gayle Boettcher

September 18, 2017

Julie, Russell and Chelsea,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Bob was a wonderful man and I know he will be missed very much by your family. My prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.

September 18, 2017

Russel and Joan
I am saddened by your loss I pray god will help you get thru this also his wife and children.
Bob & Janet Penilo
Again we are so sorry for your loss

Linda Dziadzio

September 18, 2017

So sorry to hear this sad news, Bob will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

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20

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Simpson-Modetz Riverside Chapel

5630 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford, MI 48327

Sep

21

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Simpson-Modetz Riverside Chapel

5630 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford, MI 48327

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