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York - Robert "Bob" L. Stein, 79, went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at his residence.
Bob was born in York on May 4, 1941, son of the late Elmer M. and Beulah C. (Hovis) Stein.
Bob graduated from William Penn Senior High School, Class of 1959 and then went on to receive a degree in Horticulture from Temple University. He was the owner and manager of Stein's Flower Shop and Garden Center from the 1960's to 2000. He was also the former partner of Queen's Music Plaza in the 1970's. He then retired from Schaefer's Ore Valley Flower Shop as a Manager. Bob was active in the choir and music for the York Gospel Center and Zion UCC. He was a member of Salem Lutheran Church in Jacobus as a child.
Bob is survived by his sister, Linda S. Gerber and her husband, James of York; his nephew, Erik T. Gerber of North York; and his great niece, who was the love of his life, Kendal Gerber.
A viewing will be held on Tuesday, October 27, 2020 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Etzweiler Funeral Homes and Cremation Service, 1111 E. Market St., York, immediately followed by a graveside service in Salem Union Cemetery, 99 York Road, Jacobus, with Pastor Tom Kiepert officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to Memorial White Rose Hospice, 1412 6th Ave, York, PA 17403.
www.etzweilerfuneralhome.com
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kathleen stine
February 7, 2025
I loved working with Bob and his demeanor was the BEST and i considered him one of my BEST bosses and always told him that!
John Walker
October 25, 2020
Great person I worked for Bob at ore valley. I will never forget those happy days
Gwen Ferree Wise
October 24, 2020
We are deeply sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Our condolences to his family.
From the York High Class of '59
Gwen Ferree Wise, Dallastown, PA
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