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Robert L. McElrath 1933-2017

VIENNA — Robert L. McElrath, 83, of Vienna, passed away Tuesday, March 28, 2017.

He was born, Aug. 20, 1933, to Clinton and Frieda Denny McElrath.

After proudly serving his country in the Army during the Korean War, Bob spent his career working for Packard Electric as a dip form operator. He retired in 1993.

On June 7, 1968, he married the former Shirley Barr, who survives.

Bob loved golfing and bowling. He was an avid woodworker, and his home was decorated with many examples of his craft. He was a gentleman farmer, keeping cattle and chickens. He also enjoyed tending to his huge gardens. He was a longtime active member of First Baptist Church of Howland.

Besides his wife, Bob is survived by his children, Linda (Jim) Samples, Scott (Judy) McElrath, Lauree Gavitt and Terry McElrath; his daughter-in-law, Sharon Gmutza; his grandchildren, David, Paige, Miranda, Lorrin and Jake; four great-granchildren; as well as his sisters, Verda McCafferty and Clarice (Terry) McGee; and his brother, James (Rachel) McElrath.

He was preceded in death by his son, James McElrath; granddaughter, Leigha Samples; his sister, Karroll Barry; and his brother, Allen McElrath.

Visit with Bob’s family 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, April 1, 2017, at Lane Funeral Homes, Warren, 180 Garfield Drive NE, where a funeral service will be 2 p.m. Sunday, April 2, 2017.

Memorial donations may be made to First Baptist Church of Howland. Please visit www.lanefuneralhomes.com, where you can leave condolences for the family.

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