Robert “Bob” James
Duesenberry
March 17, 1948- April 26, 2025
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Robert “Bob” James
Duesenberry age 77, of Senecaville, OH passed away Saturday, April 26, 2025, at
Genesis Hospital in Zanesville, OH. He was born March
17, 1948, in Aliquippa, PA, son of the late Alfred and Ruth Kachera
Duesenberry.
He served and protected his nation in the
United State Army in Vietnam. Bob served in the 101st Airborne Division
“Screaming Eagles” where he was a door gunner on a UH-1 Huey. He drove a truck
for Modern Builders Supply for over 20 years as well as having been self
employed as a contractor. He loved fishing, camping, and his dogs. Bob was a
member of the Springfield Assembly of God, Akron, OH. He served as a commander
for the boys group Royal Rangers for many years.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded
in death by a grandson Jacob Duesenberry; 2 sisters Sandy Shepard and Anna
Rankin; brother Tim Duesenberry; beloved dog Bella.
Those left to cherish his memory are his
wife Margie Ford Duesenberry, whom he married May 20, 1972; son Steven
(Jessica) Duesenberry of Lorain, OH; daughter Veronica (Bob) Duesenberry Allen
of New Concord, OH; granddaughter Paige Marie Duesenberry; 2 sisters Alfreda
(Fred) Shipp of Reynoldsburg, OH and Roberta (Don) McConahay of Cambridge, OH;
special dogs Dixie and Bella #2. Bob is also survived by a host of nieces,
nephews, great nieces, great nephews, and friends.
The family will receive friends for
visitation, Tuesday, April 29, 2025 from 4:00 PM to
8:00 PM at the Chandler Funeral Home, 609 West Street, Caldwell, OH 43724. A
funeral service will be held Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 11:00 AM in the
Chandler Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow with
military graveside honors.
1 memorial tree planted in memory of Robert
Tribute Wall
Cheryl J Skinner Tri-State Military Museum
May the love of God surround you and your family
during this difficult time, may you come to know that the love of God is with
you always, may your memories of Robert James Duesenberry, give you peace,
comfort and strength… Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is
complete. I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will
not be forgotten... My thoughts and prayers to the family of …. US Army
Veteran, Robert James Duesenberry, is “A True American Hero” God Bless† †
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his
friends. John 15:13
Vicki Keirns
Margie, Steven, Veronica, Jessica and
Paige, I know you will all miss Bob so much. He was so kind and caring. We have
so many good memories from family get togethers. I pray that when your heart is
missing him that you will be reminded of the happy times together. The times he
made you smile, the times he comforted you, the times he encouraged you. God
will be your Peace as you navigate life without him here. I will pray that we
will all see him again as we enter Heaven as God calls us home. In the mean time, Bob would want you all
to love and support each other and always give God the glory in all you do. I
will be praying for you all in the days and weeks ahead. I love you all. Love,
Vicki
Tim Hurley
On Nov. 13, 1969, Bob's helicopter brought
us ammo when we were out. They saved the lives of all of us. He was my hero.
Rest in peace Bob.
Jenny
Rowlands Rose
Alfreda, I'm sorry to hear of the passing
of your brother Bob. I remember you both from grade school. Always wondered
what happened to you both. I'm thankful for Bob's service to our country.
Prayers for your comfort.
Sharon Hanson
Bob...or I called him… booking was a good guy.
He was a happy soul with many good ways. You will be missed booking.
Bruce Nesmith
He was my door gunner during some bad times
in some bad places. He was a hero and a good friend. I’ll miss you, Bob.
Designer's Choice Bouquet was purchased for
the family by Bruce Nesmith.