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J.Steve and Julie Welton
February 25, 2026
Dear Laurie, Dawn, Zach and Family,
Some people are a blessing to know . . . Bob being one of them.
We remember his gentle smiles, good stories, dedication to his family, community and our fond memories of long ago.
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time and months ahead. Julie and J.
Steve Welton
Karin Johnson
February 21, 2026
Bob was a neighbor and it was a pleasure knowing him! When we moved into the neighborhood I had three dogs and walked with them daily. He nicknamed me `Three Dog Night´. Later I had only two dogs and I think that disappointed him to have to change it to `two dog night´ . His love of people was obvious in our brief meetings as I passed his house on my walks. Always a wave as he zipped by in his Corvette. I had this idea of writing the history of our neighborhood a few years ago. I sent out letters to the neighbors asking for stories and Bob was my first, and quick, response. I´m so glad I have that from him and it will be a privilege to get back to that idea. Prayers of peace for his precious wife and family.

Chris Friend
February 19, 2026
As a Hamilton Lake Rat in Training (RIT) I knew Bob as Taco Bob. Taco Bob was a founding member of the Rat Pack alongside with my grandfather and a number of other legends. These middle to late aged guys were always up to something. Taco Bob in particular was notorious for passing out hot dogs from his swim raft, cruising around in his Stud Tug and the famous "sinking" of the knight ceremony in the middle of the lake -that actually didn't sink as it was filled with foam without Taco Bob knowing! While it has been a decade or more since I saw Taco, I'll never forget what a great human being he was and what a great life he led. Rest in peace Taco Bob.
Carolyn Barker-Boutwell
February 19, 2026
So very sorry for your loss!! What a wonderful man! He will be greatly missed!! Helped me alot when my husband passed away in 2010. Lots of integrity!! My hurts for Laurie, Zac,Dawn and family. He's with Jesus now!!!
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Loren & Nancy Weber
February 17, 2026
Great guy and friend. Bob will be missed by all who knew him. We will always remember the card club, the ski trips, and the jokes.
Loren & Nancy Weber
Bruce McKinney
February 17, 2026
I was late coming to the Bob party but I´m sure glad I made it! In our too brief friendship Bob gave me a ton of laughs as we reminisced over life experiences and ailments and he even put his lawyer hat on as a last official attorney act to set up my estate. Vaya con Dios Bob.$
David Hackenberg
February 17, 2026
In 1971 Bob made my life so much easier. Accepted a position with my newbie law firm, accepted a part time city prosecutor position, and was for the next 40 years or so an outstanding citizen to Findlay and Hancock County as well as the State of Ohio. Miss ya Taco. RIP
Lorri Spitsnaugle Mitchell
February 17, 2026
Met Bob through my inlaws
Very nice man
T.R. Unice, Jr.
February 16, 2026
Bob had a tremendous impact on my life. He gave me an opportunity to work as a clerk in his office in 1981. He allowed me to prosecute misdemeanors in court thereby whetting my appetite to become a prosecutor which I did in Pinellas County, Florida. I later became a civil trial lawyer. I never would have chosen this path in my career without being introduced to litigation by Bob. Although I was only a clerk, Bob included me in many events in the city of Findlay. He introduced me his many friends, included me in business lunches and on one occasion took me skeet shooting. He was a great man with a tremendous personality and a unique sense of humor. Thank you, Bob, for giving me a start in my career. Rest in peace and may God comfort your family through their grief.
Janet Young
February 16, 2026
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Jasen Beutler
February 15, 2026
I remember going out to uncle Bobbie cottage out in Indiana and him taking me out on the lake in the boat and taking me tubing and riding jet skis and just having a great time. I remember he would call me meathead sometimes lol and going to the Indians games and going out for chicken wings at Romans lV. He will never be forgotten and always be missed DeepestSympathy Jasen Beutler Nephew Christopher Alex Beutler 1st. cousins.
John C Sackmann
February 15, 2026
Condolences to the family. Bob will be missed with his one liners. A sbrother gone too soon. He was one ready for an adventure.
Paul v Ballinger
February 15, 2026
Bob and I were neighbors and good friends. Bob was all ways ready to go. We would go fishing, hunting in Nebraska or playing gin at the gun club. He was always the life of the party. He was always kind to people. A great guy!
Dennis Fitzgerald
February 15, 2026
Bob was the headliner on his life tour and we were his devoted undercard second bananas . It was a privilege to be his audience.
Dennis Fitzgerald
February 15, 2026
Bob was the headliner on his life tour and we were his devoted undercard second bananas .
Cody Stanton
February 14, 2026
Bob and I only met a few times (he was my grandfather´s lawyer), but I will always be grateful for the great work he did on behalf of my family after my grandfather passed away and the sage advice he gave me before I went to law school. His family will be in my prayers.
Brad Lange
February 14, 2026
I will always remember Uncle Bob as always having a joke to make you laugh. And he was lots of fun when we got to ski together. I will always love and miss him.
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