Robert Francis “Bob” Myers, 95, of Aurora, Indiana, passed away Saturday December 26, 2020 in Lawrenceburg, Indiana.
He was born August 18, 1925 in Franklin County, Indiana son of the late George “Woody” Myers and Nellie (Luce) Myers.
Robert served his country as a member of the United States Marines during WWII. He was an Iwo Jima survivor as well as a Purple Heart recipient.
He worked as a operator for Schenley Distillery, retiring after over 31 years of service.
He was a lifetime member of the Aurora First United Methodist Church, the American Legion, 40 et 8, a life member of the VFW and a Masonic Lodge member for over 60 years.
Robert is survived by his daughters, Martha (Terry) Block of Greendale, IN, Diane L Goodwin of Harrison, Ohio; grandchildren, Lance (Angela) Block, Christopher (Tiffany) Block, Erin DeLuca, and Andrew Goodwin; great, grandchildren, Draven, Kanan, Victoria, Nicholas, Ethan, Amelia and Sophia.
He was preceded in death by his parents; loving wife, Melba “Bobbie” Myers; siblings, George Myers Jr., Geneva Himelick, Mary Mullins, John Myers and Edna Marie Green; grandson, Matthew Goodwin.
Friends will be received Wednesday, December 30, 2020, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm at the Rullman Hunger Funeral Home, Aurora, Indiana. Masonic services will be held at
Services will be held at 2:00 pm, with Pastor Ryan Goode officiating.
Interment will follow in the River View Cemetery, Aurora, Indiana. Military graveside services will be conducted by the Southeastern Indiana Honor Guard.
Contributions may be made to the Aurora First United Methodist Church or the Aurora Life Squad. If unable to attend services, please call the funeral home office at (812) 926-1450 and we will notify the family of your donation with a card.
Due to the current situation dealing with COVID-19, we are following the directives from Governor Holcomb and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention concerning large events and mass gatherings. The family deeply appreciates the support and love shown from friends, but the health and well being of everyone in our community is of top priority. We are asking everyone who will be in attendance to please remember the social distancing guidelines at all times, and the wearing of masks is highly recommended.Alternative ways to express your condolences can be done by going online at our website and leaving the family a message, sending a card, flowers, or making a donation in memory of their loved one.
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