LADD, ROBERT W. —
Bob passed away Saturday, July 3, 2010 after a short illness, under the loving care of his wife Karen of 45 years.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Bessie and Harry Ladd; and his aunt, Hilda "Tillie" Harrison. He is survived by his wife, Karen; four children, Lisa (Jim) Sexton, Mark, Gregg (Dennis), and Robert II (Venessa) Ladd; six grandchildren, Joshua, Tasha, Britani, Kyle, Kayla, and Aaliyah; one grandson, Shaun; cousin, Pat (Jim) Bacon; and several other cousins, nieces and nephews.
A graduate of Jackson High School, class of 1953, Bob served in the National Guard. He was a member of the Lumen Christi mens athletic club, through which he enjoyed supporting many of the sporting events over the years. He was also a member of the Jackson Bowling Hall of Fame, where he not only enjoyed the sport, but he also mentored others. A life long resident of Jackson, Bob retired form Miller Tool & Die after 40 years of service. Bob will be sincerely missed by his many friends, family, and the lives of those he touched.
The family welcomes friends and family for visitation services Friday, July 9 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at Desnoyer Funeral Home, Jackson, MI. A celebration and prayer service will be held Saturday, July 10 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with the Reverend Randall Miller officiating. Bob will be laid to rest at Roseland Memorial Gardens. For more information contact Desnoyer Funeral home at 517-782-1878 or at desnoyerfuneralhome.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Lumen Christi athletics.
"I cannot speak, but I can listen. I cannot be seen, but I can he heard. So as you stand upon the shore gazing at a beautiful sea, as you look upon a flower and admire it's simplicity, remember me. Remember me in your heart, your thoughts and your memories, of the times we loved, the times we cried, the times we fought, the times we laughed. For if you always think of me, I will never be gone. Those we loved do not go away, they walk beside us everyday. He is unseen, but always near, still loved, still missed, still very dear."
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