Robert (Bob) L. Lindsey, age 85, of Gladstone, passed away on Sunday, December 19, 2021, at PinecrestMedical Care Facility in Powers, MI.
Robert was born on July 14, 1936, in Hulbert, MI, the son of Ernest and Elsie (Ferguson) Lindsey. Robert grew up in Ewen, Michigan, and attended school at Ewen Schools. He joined the Marines in 1956. Robert was honorably discharged from active duty in the United States Marine Corps in 1958. Robert was united in marriage to the former Barbara Wolfe on August 23, 1958. He was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church.They made their home together in Ewen, where they shared many wonderful years.
Robert loved working on cars and could fix just about anything. He owned two service stations in Ewen for many years before going to work at Gils Auto Exchange in Bruce Crossing, followed by Big Valley Ford in Ewen. In 1984, Robert and Barbara moved to Florida where he worked for Velde Ford in Vero Beach. Then in 1999, they retired and returned to Gladstone where their youngest daughter, Tammy, lived. Robert also enjoyed reading, taking care of his yard, and going to his grandchildren’s events. He will be deeply missed by so many.
Robert is survived by his daughters, Tammy (Derrick) Stenson, Gladstone, and children Jared, Jalen and Jeffrey; Deborah (Carl) Donaldson, Somerset, KY, and children, Krista and Lacey; Tina (John) Viera, Wabasso, FL, andchildren Eileen and John. He is also survived by brothersTom, Charlie (Shirley), and David Lindsey, 9 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Robert is preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Elsie, his wife Barbara, brothers Ernest, Donald, Harold, Frank and Wendell; sisters Edith and Bernice; and parents-in-law Oscar and Ida Wolfe.
Robert’s daughters would like to thank the staff at Murray’s Country View in Gladstone, where he resided, until June, 2021. They would also like to thank the staff at Pinecrestfor the care he received from them during his time there.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Cyndi Sanville - Gladstone , MI
He came into the Delta Pub quite frequently back in the day and I enjoy the stories he always told. Such a nice and sweet man. RIP Bob. Prayers to your family.
lee pirlot - Wilson, mi
So sorry to hear of Bob passing away. We used to live next door to each other in Ewen.
Gerald Flourre - Quinnesec, Mi
We knew Bob for many years while living in Ewen. He was a great friend and the mechanic I always went to when something had to be fixed on our cars. We had fun times playing baseball on the Ewen team. He will be surely missed by all who who were his friends.
Lacey - Spring Hill, Fl
Love ya Papa! I’m so sorry I didn’t come see you in so many years! I wanted so bad to bring the kids and Darren to meet you! I should’ve just came! I will always remember you sneaking us grandkids hershey bars and say “Don’t tell grandma”! And rolling in your rain barrel down the hill! RIP Papa! Love ya! See ya Heaven!
Judy Jacobson - Sault Ste Marie, Mi
We remember Bob fondly. He came into my mothers Sportsmen’s Cafe from across the street, at coffee hour, always with a smile and a good story. Later your mom worked for me at Cedar Street Cafe, and we saw more of Bob too . He was always pleasant and so well loved. Judy Jacobson