Date Of Death: May 18, 2008
Robert Louis Roush, 90, of Indianapolis, passed away May 18th, 2008. He was born in November 1917 in South Bend, Indiana to William and Laura Roush. He graduated from Butler University and Arthur Jordan Conservatory of Music where he majored in Music. He continued to share his love of music with his teaching career in Alexandria, Ohio, Russiaville, Indiana, and in the Indianapolis Public Schools for over 20 years as a music and classroom teacher.Mr. Roush was an avid violinist, having performed with the South Bend Symphony Orchestra, Butler University Orchestra, Butler Symphony, Kokomo Symphony, Indianapolis Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Carmel Symphony. He also co-founded The Robin Melodiers at Robin Run Village.He was preceded in death by his wives Mary Fawes Newhouse in 1988 and Rowena Graub in 1990. He is survived by his stepson John Graub and his wife, Mary Graub, and their children Anna Spitzer, Sarah Grain, and Nick Graub.Visitation will be at Harry W. Moore Family Mortuary, 8151 Allisonville Road Thursday, May 22nd from 11-1pm with the funeral to follow at 1:00. He will be laid to rest at Crownland Cemetery in Noblesville, Indiana.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Butler University Jordan College of Music, 4600 Sunset Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46208-3485.
Danielle Deery says
My deepest sympathy on the passing of Mr. Roush. I was first introduced to the violin by Mr. Roush through lessons during elementary school. I continued playing through the years due to the encouragement and friendship of Mr. Roush. I especially enjoyed playing with the Melodiers at the holiday concert. I have very fond memories of both Mr. Roush and Sunny and I am very blessed to have had them in my life.
Maggie and Ted Hartman says
Deepest sympathy at the passing of Mr. Roush. We will miss him singing in the Church choir and playing with us in the Orchestra.
Tom Hutzler says
With fond memory of a friendly face and congenial friend.
Martha June Bradshaw says
Since I will be unable to attend services for Bob, this method is being used to express my appreciation for the contributions which he made to Robin Run Village and the churches to which he belonged.
Pamela French says
I have very fond memories of Mr. Roush. He taught music at IPS school 46. I was his student for 4 years from 4th to 8th grade in the early 70’s. He did more than teach me how to play flute, he taught me an appreciation for music that will last me a lifetime. From reading the wonderful obituary, it appears he had a very fulfilled life. My sincere sympathy to the family.
Pam French
Rev Mary L Hubbard says
Bob was the sweetest, most faithful, gentlest man I have known. His love for Sunny, for God, for the church were shining and beautiful. I am so sorry he is gone — but glad his pain is over. What a blessing he has been!