Robert Freeman Tanner

October 14, 1926 - August 22, 2014

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Obituary For Robert Freeman Tanner

Robert was born October 14, 1926, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Noah William Tanner and Emily Snider Tanner. Robert is a World War II Veteran. At the age of 17, he enlisted in the U.S. Army on May 8, 1944, was stationed in Frankfort Germany, and served until December 25, 1946. He then went on to graduate in 1949 from Indiana Technical College, Fort Wayne, Indiana, with a degree in Civil Engineering. He worked for Brooks Construction Company 1949-1953 (Fort Wayne, IN) and Indiana & Michigan Electric Company (Fort Wayne, IN) 1953 until his retirement in 1987. He was President of the Sons of the American Revolution - Clearwater, Florida Chapter, volunteered at Morton Plant Hospital and St. Michaels Catholic Church both in Clearwater, Florida. He and his wife Jan loved to travel and have been completely "around the world". As an avid genealogist, he has done extensive research on both sides of the family tree.

He is survived by his loving and caring wife of 63 years, Janet Royer Tanner. As a wonderful father, grandfather, and great-grandfather his humor, wonderful stories, and words of advice will be cherished by his daughters, Joy Tanner Kaylos (Bruce Kaylos) and Jill Tanner Biltz. Grandchildren Carrie Kaylos Disser (Andrew Disser); Kelly Kaylos Taylor (Matt Taylor); Lisa Biltz Clayton (William Clayton); and Bradley Robert Biltz. Great-grandchildren Ava and Ian Taylor, great-granddaughter Kennedy Clayton, and step-great grandson Cameron Disser. His half-sister Sally Ann Pangborn Schreier (Leonard Schreier). He also leaves many wonderful brother/sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews, and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents and only brother Mark Tanner. Service will be held at St. Catherine Catholic Church, Wake Forest, NC on Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 11am. Burial will be at the Salisbury National Cemetery in Salisbury, North Carolina at a later date. Memorial contributions for Robert F. Tanner can be made to: Transitions Life Care (Hospice) 250 Hospice Circle Raleigh, NC 27607

Services

TBD

Cemetery

Salisbury National Cemetery Government Rd Salisbury, NC 28144 Get Directions »
27 Aug

Funeral Service

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

St Catherine of Siena Catholic Church 520 West Holding Avenue Wake Forest, NC 27587 Get Directions »
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  • September 01, 2020

    Stephanie Goolsby-Savage

    I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. The Bible promises that very soon death will be done away with at Revelation 21:3,4. "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away. " I hope the promises of the Bible can bring you comfort during this difficult time.

  • September 01, 2020

    Pam Tanner

    Aunt Jan, Jill and Joy, We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Uncle Bob. He was truly a great man and will be missed so much. We love him and our prayers go out to you all. Kirt & Pam Tanner

  • September 01, 2020

    Brenda Griffin

    Dear Jill, Our deepest sympathy to you, your mom, sister and grandchildren in the loss of your dad. He will be remembered for being a great husband, father and grandfather with a good outlook for life and living. He is at rest now. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this very sad time. Brenda Griffin

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