Robert Primer

Robert "Bob" W. Primer, 79, of Chillicothe, died Friday, December 10, 2010, surrounded by his loving family. He will be dearly missed by his loving family and friends. Bob was born December 20, 1930 in Ross Co. to the late Ellsworth and Edna Thompson Primer. On September 21, 1956 he married Frances Skaggs, who survives. In addition to his wife of 54 years, he leaves his four daughters to cherish his memory, Tonya (Eddie) Capel, Marietta GA, Vicky Primer (Bill Northey), Wilmington, DE, Cathy Primer (Marshall Smith) an Robin Primer, both of Chillicothe; two grandchildren who he truly enjoyed, Sebastian Northey-Primer, 13, Claire Capel, 11, and his third grandchild, Winston Robinson Primer (a West Highland Terrier). Bob will be extremely missed by his 5 sisters, Janet (Paul) Yoakum, Bonnie (Jack) Ferguson, Ann (Gary) Baker, Katherine Adams, and Sharon (Kindle) Montgomery. Bob will also be remembered by sisters and brothers-in-law, Helen and Ray Mills, Harold and Bertha Skaggs, Eleanor and Roy Taylor, Delano and Pauline Skaggs, Curtis and Mary Skaggs, Rodney and Kathy Skaggs, Wes Skaggs and Mary, Les Skaggs and Brenda, as well as many nieces; nephews; and extended family. Bob treasured his family above all else. He was a dedicated son, a loving and supportive big brother and a caring husband and father. His quiet, gentle spirit generated strength for those around him. Bob attended Western School in Latham OH, where he graduated in 1949. He enlisted in the Air Force for four years following graduation. After serving his country, he became employed by Bill Boatman and Co. He joined Kenworth Truck Company in 1979 and retired in 1997. A celebration of his life will be held 6:00 pm, Monday, December 20, 2010 at the Haller Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Adena Health Foundation, Cancer Fund, 272 Hospital Road., Chillicothe, OH, 45601.
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