July 29, 1936 - Jan. 15, 2013

ELKHART - Robert J. "Bob" Huffman, 76, of Elkhart, passed away Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 15, 2013, at Hubbard Hill Estates after an extended illness.

Robert was born July 29, 1936, in Elkhart to the late Robert and Gertrude (Anderson) Huffman. Robert married Sharon L. Stewart Dec. 29, 1972, in Goshen. Sharon passed away on June 22, 2004, in Elkhart.

Surviving are a daughter, Kara (Michael) Koons of Granger; sons Thomas Stewart, Rob Stewart and Steve Stewart, all of Elkhart; nine grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; brothers Richard (Jenny) Huffman and Roy Huffman; sisters Barbara Waterman, Mary (Bob) Allen, Connie Christy and Vickie Ide; and his cousin, Joe Huffman.

A brother, Jack Huffman, and sisters Bonnie Huffman and Betty Vincent preceded Bob in death.

Robert worked for the Waste Water Treatment plant with the City of Elkhart for 43 years. He was a member of the Elkhart Moose Lodge 599 and a life member of DAV Chapter 19. Bob proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1961 until his honorable discharge in 1965. Bob was a huge John Wayne fan and enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren.

Friends may call for one hour prior to the 11 a.m. service Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013, to celebrate Bob's life at Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St., Elkhart. Pastor Brad Reimer will officiate. Burial will follow at Prairie Street Cemetery, where military honors will be rendered by the U.S. Army Funeral Honor Guard and DAV Chapter 19.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to DAV Chapter 19.

To send a condolence to Bob's family please visit www.billingsfuneralhome.com.

Dick Cochran, Elkhart, IN Knew Bob in high school, we were both nice kids. God Bless Bob.

Kara Koons, Elkhart, IN Thank you for all the kind words. He was a man beyond compare we were truly Blessed to have him in our lives.

shorty mensie, milan, TN Bob, we will miss you! The times we had at the racetrack with you and sharon are fun memories i will never forget. To the family. kara, Tom, Rob(which babe sincerely forgot to mention) and Steve. We love much. Your Dad was one of kind. God bless you all.

Stan Edson, Elkhart, IN I was an employee of the City of Elkhart also and talked with Bob several times. You could not meet a nicer and more sincere man in your life. Everyone liked him and it was an honor and a pleasure to know him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. GOD bless you!

John Martin, Sarasota, FL I met Bob when I was on the Elkhart Fire Department and we were being trained for a hazardous material spill at the sewage treatment plant. A nicer man I have never met. My heartfelt condolences to his family. Lt. John O. Martin Elkhart Fire Department (Retired)

kent *babe* weaver, milan, TN One of the most gentlest men I ever met will be dearly missed. Uncle Bob, the times we spent with you and Aunt Sharon are a treasure that will always be remembered. Kera,Thomas,Mark and steve. We love you! Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bill & Sharon Wargo, Casa Grande, AZ While I only met Mr. Huffman a few times he was a friendly and engaging man, we do know many of the family and want to extend our sincerest condolences in this time of loss. Prayers for the family and friends.

Mark Huffman, Washington, DC I enjoyed our visits and the times spent on my dad's porch. For someone who had to endure so much pain, I never heard a complaint. RIP, you will be missed.

Melodie Halvorsen, Bristol, IN I didn't know him, but I know he was a very good man because I used to work with Sharon and she was a wonderful, kind, fun co-worker who always spoke fondly of her husband, Robert. I will keep his family in my thoughts and prayers.

Thomas Stewart, Elkhart, IN A better man will be hard to find. God bless you Dad.

Julie Weaver-Paloncy, Tucson, AZ Great memories of Uncle Bob and Aunt Sharon. My condolences go out to the whole family. May he rest in peace.