Robert Ferrell Obituary's Obituary
Robert R. Ferrell, 60 of Centerville, entered new life January 25, 2008 at his home. He was born in Gary, Indiana on August 30, 1947 to Forest and Wanda (Butler) Ferrell. Bob attended Des Moines Technical High School graduating in 1965. This was followed by one year of Electronic Technical Training at college in Des Moines. Bob was employed in the electronic technical field most of his career. Bob was united in marriage to Sharon Pietsch on May 5, 1973. He enjoyed corvettes, fishing, watching the eagles, nature photography, Lake Rathbun and Honey Creek State Park. Bob loved his family and was a good husband and provider. He was a great father and grandfather. He had many special times with Sharon, Jason, Sara, & Dylan. He made many special memories for them to carry in their hearts forever. Bob is survived by his wife Sharon of Centerville, son Jason R. Ferrell of Centerville, daughter Sara Clark (Aaron) of Ottumwa and a special grandson Dylan Clark of Ottumwa. He is preceded in death by his parents, an infant brother, James, his grandparents and many uncles. May he find some peace in the hands of his loving father. A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 30 at the First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Centerville with Pastor Kathy Franzenburg officiating. Interment will be in Haines Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the National Wildlife Federation, the Cancer Society or the National Alliance of the Mentally Ill which may be left at or mailed to Thomas Funeral Home - 23548 Hwy 5 - Centerville, Iowa 52544. Book Travel to Services To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Robert Ferrell Obituary please visit our Sympathy Store.
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