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Robert A. 'Bob' Erskine Metamora, MI QCWA # 28102 Chapter 10 |
Robert Alexander Erskine, Jr., 80, of Metamora, died Sunday June 16, 2019. He was born October 25, 1938 in Detroit to parents Robert and Ruth (Sammer) Erskine. Mr. Erskine proudly served his country during the Vietnam War era, as a radar tech for the United States Airforce. He returned home to court and marry, Joanne M. Lorcke on August 17, 1963 in Birmingham.
Bob enjoyed working on or admiring old Ford tractors and old cars. He was a fan of music in general, especially classical music, the group Abba and Bob Segar. Robert.s main passion was HAM Radio, former call number W8RAE, it was great fun from collecting equipment to the community of people. The family could not forget to mention his beloved cats: Tucker and Chloe.
Mr. Erskine is survived by his wife of over 55 years: Joanne; sons: Bob Erskine of Columbiaville, David Erskine of Metamora; grandchildren: Jon, Robert, Miranda; great-granddaughter: Evie; siblings: Bill Erskine, Ed (Ginger) Erskine and Diane Richardson. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Mr. Erskine.s visitation will be 4:00-8:00pm Thursday at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer, with a 6:30pm Rosary that evening. His funeral mass will be 10:00am Friday June 21, 2019 at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, Dryden. The family will receive friends, at the church, Friday from 9:00-9:55am, prior to the service. Burial will follow, in Metamora Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to catholic Mass Cards. Condolences and memories may be left at MuirBrothersLapeer.com