Robert I. Painter, 82, passed away on Sept. 2, 2014, in Alamogordo. He was born on June 28, 1932, in Pleasant Mound, Ill., to Leo and Lenora Edelman Painter.

Robert served his country in the United States Air Force from 1952 to 1956 where he was trained to be an electrical engineer. After his discharge he worked for Hughes Aircraft and Litton before purchasing Continental Motors & Marine on Nov. 1, 1970. He loved to travel.

Survivors include his wife Elaine of the family home, whom he married on June 21, 1986, in Las Vegas, Nev.; children: Sharry Woodall of Alamogordo, Robin Rees and husband Phil also of Alamogordo, Christopher Painter and his wife Alysia of Los Angeles, Calif., and Christopher Nodine and his wife Jennipher of Oceanside, Calif.; grandchildren: Melissa Woodall of Alamogordo, Matthew Woodall of Meed, Colo., and Harrison Nodine of Oceanside, Calif.; along with great-grandchildren: Amelia Woodall of Meed, Colo., Bryce Woodall also of Meed, Colo., and Dorrian Woodall of Alamogordo.

He was preceded in death by his sister Betty Rinderer.

Services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, 2014, at Alamogordo Funeral Home Chapel, with James Flathammer officiating.
The family will greet friends starting at 9 a.m. at the funeral home before the service.

The Painter family has entrusted their loved one to the care of Alamogordo Funeral Home to direct the arrangements.
To sign the online register book, please visit www.alamogordofuneralhome.org.

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Published by Hamilton-Wenham Chronicle from Sep. 5 to Oct. 4, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Painter

10 Entries

Jeff D

September 22, 2014

Deepest heart felt condolences Elaine. Met Bob when I was in high school,1970, he gave me a job, taught me many things about boats and VW's. He was a lifelong friend, such a great sense of humor, many good years with Bob and Champ there. I will miss Bob. Jeff D.

Anthony Krebs

September 13, 2014

Unlike a lot of Bobs friends I knew him for a short time. But isn't it amazing how close you can become in a few short years. I stopped by just to hang out and talk and often found him helping a young GI with car troubles. He'd guide them to parts in the back or sometimes to repairs on the spot. And then when they asked what they owed, he'd say they didn't owe him anything. You see, he had already collected his fee. He took payment by just being able to help people. You just don't meet someone like this everyday. I feel so fortunate to have had my time with you Bob, thank you! And lord willing, I will see you again someday.
Your friend,
Anthony

Pat Plotner

September 12, 2014

Elaine we are so sorry to hear of your loss. God bless you and I know Bob Is at peace now.

Melissa Woodall

September 10, 2014

Grandpa I always thought when you would tease me it was because I was gullible & you were the joke master. It took quite a few years to realize, you teased me & gave me a hard time because you loved me. Plus Elaine had told me a few times. I will miss your teasing. I will always remember going to elephant butte, boatin, skiing, picnics, and Volkswagen you made me love! Love you always as well.

Cheryl Jenkins

September 8, 2014

Thinking of all my family at this time with deep sympathy and may god comfort you in this time of sorrow. Love to you all and many hugs. Cheryl Woodall Jenkins and Larry Jenkins

Christian &Anja Vogler

September 7, 2014

Bob where always a dear friend to us! Our thoughts and prayers go out to Elaine and family! We will surely miss him.
Your German friends.

Curt Woodall

September 6, 2014

We we're always friends, he always had a smile when greeting people. I will miss his laughter.

Nancy Bates

September 6, 2014

So sorry to hear about your husband passing away. My prayers are with you during this sad time.

Mike & Evanna Guy

September 5, 2014

Thinking of you all with sympathy & prayers.

R. B. Holmes

September 5, 2014

Bob and I became solid friends when I started purchasing Porsches. He was the only man in our area that could work on them. Over the years we becames solid friends, who always had a smile for everyone. Never a harsh word to anyone. His interests were varied from boats to guns and other interests. He had a passion for living and traveling. I am delighted and honored to have him as a friend.

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