Robert Edrington went to be with the Lord on August 13, 2016. He was born in Muncie on April 13,1941 to Walter and Florence Edrington. He graduated from Royerton High School in 1959 and moved to Chicago shortly thereafter, where he met his wife Judy in 1966. Bob worked as a Project Engineer and pursued independent professional ventures in the Chicago area before returning to Royerton to enjoy his retirement years.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Judy; daughter, Jessica; son, Alex (Betsy); sister, Ruth (Pete) Blansit, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Nellie and Doris, and brother Bill.
Bob enjoyed driving his old Cadillacs, traveling, helping others, meeting new people, fixing things, having coffee with old friends and classmates, mowing grass, and moving snow. He was an active member of the Central Indiana Old Car Club and the Cadillac LaSalle Club; he had a passion for old cars and photography. He could answer the most obscure questions about old cars (Cadillacs especially) and was infamous for his photo-shopping creativity. He refused to let being a severe hemophiliac prevent him from living a full and accomplished life, and he drew upon his experiences to contribute to the Patient Advisory Board of the Indiana Hemophilia and Thrombosis Center.
Bob valued the special friendships of Steve and Debbie Metcalfe and John (Becky) Johnson and also treasured long time friendships with Joe and Colene LaMonica and Ray and Maryellen Storms.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Indiana Hemophilia and Thrombosis Center for their excellent care and friendships – especially Drs. Anne Greist and Amy Shapiro. The entire staff is awesome!
A celebration of his life will be held by Rev. Wade Allen at 3:00, Friday, August 19,at First Baptist Church of Muncie. Visitation will be from 1:00-3:00. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Hemophilia of Indiana or First Baptist Church of Muncie.
Joe La Monica says
Good bye old friend you will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathy to Bob’s family.
Jim Addington says
So thankful we were able to get to know you both through Sunday school.
Love, Dayna and Jim Addington
Shelley Gerson says
Bob, I have only known you about four years but you have so impressed me with your kindness and generous spirit. I enjoyed our chats about your love be of cars. Now you are well and free. Thanks for being you.
Darrin McKinzie says
I was so blessed to have ever known Bob. I have always thought of him when I saw a Cadillac, now it will mean so much more when I do. He will be missed dearly. Praying for all who have been touched by his passing.
Donna Garner says
His smile will be missed by all. My prayers are with Judy & family.
Anton Titus says
Bob always had a smile and something funny to say. I enjoyed talking about the cars and the time at events spent with him and Judy. My sincere condolences.
Anton Titus