Robert Elmer "Bob" Lee

Robert Elmer "Bob" Lee obituary, Montgomery, IN

Robert Elmer "Bob" Lee

Robert Lee Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Blake Funeral Home - Loogootee on Jul. 1, 2025.

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Robert "Bob" Elmer Lee, 71, of Loogootee, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, June 30, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Born on August 12, 1953, in Bedford, Indiana, he was the beloved son of Robert and Anna Jeanette (Wilson) Lee. Bob married Donna Elliott on September 19, 2012. He made his career as a mason and truck driver, retiring from Ryder in 2023. He was a devoted member of Faith Baptist Church, an avid motorcycle rider and enthusiast.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, and one brother, Daniel Lee. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of twelve years, Donna Lee; Sons: Kyle Lee, "Chad"wick Kocker, Dathon Lawler, Jearn Butler, and one step-son, Devin Wilson; Siblings: James (Jodee) Lee, Karan (Marvin Joe) Dishman; several nieces and nephews.
A visitation of family and friends will take place on Monday, July 7, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Blake Funeral Home in Loogootee, Indiana. A graveside burial service will be held at a later date in Owensburg Cemetery, Springville, Indiana with Pastor Jim Lilly to officiate.
Online condolences may be made at blakefuneralhomes.com
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