Robert J. Behler, Sr.
Robert J. Behler Sr., 83, passed away peacefully Thursday, July 28, 2021 at his residence. He was the husband of Margie M. Behler for 62 years and father of Robert J. Behler Jr. and his wife Tami, William C. Behler and his wife Lori and Christine L. Whitehead and partner Wade Gladfelter; 9 grandchildren, William Behler Jr., Matthew Behler, Danielle Callahan, Jennifer Behler, Maslyn Behler, Jesse Behler, Ashley Whitehead, Lynsey Whitehead and Austin Whitehead; 3 step grandchildren, Britney Maines, Laurea Kinney and Sami Gentzler; and 9 great grandchildren. He was proud of all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Additional survivors include, a sister, Mary Ellen Sayres, sister-in-law and her husband, Jean and Mike Ketterman and many nieces and nephews.
He was born July 27, 1938, son of the late Charles E. and Clara L. (Cline) Behler. He was preceded in death by a sister, Katherine Powell and brother-in-laws, Lawrence Powell and Donald Sayres.
Bob graduated from William Penn High School, Class of 1957. He served his country honorably in the U.S. Navy . Bob was employed by Consolidated Freightways as a Parts Manager, retiring after 38 years of service.
Bob was a 50-year member of Shiloh United Church of Christ where he served on the consistory and was a Sunday school teacher, West York V.F.W., Viking Athletic Assoc., and the Shiloh American Legion Post 791.
He had a deep respect for nature and animals and loved his dog Rosco, and all the simple things in life. He enjoyed his cabin in Potter County and hunting. Most important to him was his family and everyone being together at the cabin, the beach and holidays.
Memorial Service will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 6, 2021 at Shiloh United Church of Christ, 2251 Willow Road., York. Officiating will be his pastor, Rev. Melinda M. LaMontagne, Ph.D. There will be a visitation from 10 to 11 a.m. prior to the service at the church. At the conclusion of the service, flag folding and taps will be presented by the York County Veteran Honor Guard. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family.
The family requests all memorial contributions be made to Shiloh United Church of Christ, 2251 Willow Rd., York, PA 17408.
He was born July 27, 1938, son of the late Charles E. and Clara L. (Cline) Behler. He was preceded in death by a sister, Katherine Powell and brother-in-laws, Lawrence Powell and Donald Sayres.
Bob graduated from William Penn High School, Class of 1957. He served his country honorably in the U.S. Navy . Bob was employed by Consolidated Freightways as a Parts Manager, retiring after 38 years of service.
Bob was a 50-year member of Shiloh United Church of Christ where he served on the consistory and was a Sunday school teacher, West York V.F.W., Viking Athletic Assoc., and the Shiloh American Legion Post 791.
He had a deep respect for nature and animals and loved his dog Rosco, and all the simple things in life. He enjoyed his cabin in Potter County and hunting. Most important to him was his family and everyone being together at the cabin, the beach and holidays.
Memorial Service will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 6, 2021 at Shiloh United Church of Christ, 2251 Willow Road., York. Officiating will be his pastor, Rev. Melinda M. LaMontagne, Ph.D. There will be a visitation from 10 to 11 a.m. prior to the service at the church. At the conclusion of the service, flag folding and taps will be presented by the York County Veteran Honor Guard. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family.
The family requests all memorial contributions be made to Shiloh United Church of Christ, 2251 Willow Rd., York, PA 17408.
