Robert A. Wendt's Obituary
Robert Wendt (87), passed away peacefully on August 17, 2020.
Survived by his wife of 63 years, Rose, brother, Vernon, and children: Paul (Christine), John, Daniel (Carole), Dorene, Roberta (Kevin). He was so proud of his grandchildren: Nathan (Tiffany), Bethany, Carl (Aubrey), Michael (Shawna), Erica (Joshua), Lauren (Ryan), Molly, Allan (Lynn), Patricia (Harvey), Bryan (Julie), Juliana (David), Matthew (Katelyn), Jennifer, Joshua & Emma; and great-grandchildren: Evelynn, Micah, William, Penley, Zoe, Malcolm, Walter & Abigail
Bob was born in Cleveland, OH to the late Raymond & Esther Wendt, and was a long-time resident of North Olmsted.
Bob graduated from Ohio University, where he was a member of the Air Force ROTC, and later earned a master’s degree from Kent State University.
He retired from the US Air Force Reserves and was a teacher and principal for the Cleveland Schools.
He was active in the Boy Scouts with his sons, and many other organizations including Kiwanis, the Senior Center, AARP & ORTA.
He was honored as Citizen of the Year in North Olmsted in 1997.
He loved his Savior and was a dedicated member of Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church.
Bob loved photography, Cleveland sports, and spending time with his family at his Apple Valley cabin.
A private service will take place at All Saints Lutheran Church, Olmsted Falls.
Interment will be at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman, Ohio
In lieu of flowers, consider giving to Building Hope in the City, a mission Bob believed in.
P.O. Box 93568 • Cleveland, Ohio 44101-5568 or via their website: buildinghopeinthecity.org
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