Robert D “Bob” Beatty, 95, passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at Indiana University Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis.
A lifetime Plymouth resident, Bob was born March 13, 1926 to Sylvester and Esther (Holem) Beatty. He was a West High Bulldog excelling in softball and basketball, graduating in 1944.
He proudly served in the U.S. Army during WWII.
Bob married Elizabeth Gurthet in August 1957.
He was a 50-year member of the Plymouth-Kilwinning Lodge #149 and a 60-year member of Trinity United Methodist Church. He was an avid sports fan and bridge player. Bob was a loyal supporter of Plymouth High School Sports for more than 60 yrs. He also served several terms as Marshall County Assessor.
He is survived by his children: Brian Beatty of Houston, TX; Becky Brodner of Lake Geneva, WI. and Brad (Erin) Beatty of Etna Green, IN; grandchildren: John (Savanna) Brodner, Emily Brodner, Erica Beatty, Brooklyn (Colten) Cox, and Elizabeth Beatty; great grandchildren: Remington and Jaxon Brodner, Kaycee Beatty-Hamblin, Kayden Beatty, and Kora Cox, as well as his loving companion Jean Hoover, and her caring daughter Teri Cummings.
Bob was preceded in death by his wife Betty, November 27, 2012, his parents, and siblings: Arvada Goodyear, Ruth Samuelson, Paul, Ray, Ward, Harold, and Carson Beatty.
Visitation will be held on Monday, December 6, 2021 from 5-7 p.m. at the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan Street, Plymouth. Masonic Rites will be rendered at 7 p.m. with Plymouth-Kilwinning Lodge #149.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at 11 a.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 425 S. Michigan St. Plymouth, IN 46563 with Pastor Kayla Grehl officiating. Visitation will resume one hour prior.
Burial will take place in the New Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth.
Memorial contributions can be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, 425 S. Michigan Street, Plymouth, IN 46563.
Cyndi Borys says
I had the privilege of working with Bob at the courthouse during a census. He was a wonderful, funny man and he will be missed!
Jim & Donna Burroughs says
Condolences on the passing of this wonderful man. He will be missed!
Neysa McFarland says
Bob was a Wonderful Guy. Just a Sweetheart. Many great Memories working with him for Marshall County Government. ❤️
Suzanne Gibson says
THE MEMBERS OF THE VFW AUXILIARY 1162 PLYMOUTH INDIANA ARE SADDEN TO HEAR OF ROBERT’S PASSING OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS KNOW THAT HE IS NOW AN ANGEL WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU ALWAYS ….
WE WANT TO THANK AND HONOR ROBERT FOR HIS BRAVE SERIVICE TO OUR COUNTRY
GOD BLESSINGS ON YOU ALL AT THIS TIME OF GREAT SORROW
SUZANNE GIBSON
VFW AUXILIARY 1162 CHAPLAIN & SECRETARY
vfwpost1162@gmail.com
Ren and Beverly Van Gilder says
Bob and Betty, played bridge with my parents, for many years. Bob was a great guy.
Sincerely,
Ren and Beverly Van Gilder
Russ and I had many good times, with your parents. Thinking of you.
Marymae Stephenson
Michele Cataldo says
Sincere condolences to Brian and family.
A great man who served our country.
Michele Cataldo
Wesley & Jessica Harness says
Bob and Betty, were our neighbors, when my husband and I first got married(we lived across the street). They were the best! We spent many times chatting on our lawns while walking our dogs(they had greyhounds). When we put our house up for sale, Betty came charging over and told us that we were not allowed to move 🙂 We loved them! You all are in our thoughts.
Cynthia Wells says
Thoughts of Brian and family. A long life well lived.
Janet Newberg says
Our dad worked with Bob and your Uncle Pat many, many years ago at Beatty Trucking Company. Bob was always so kind and friendly whenever we would see him. Prayers for your family.
Judy Newberg
Janet Newberg
Joan Hunt
gottlieb deborah says
I never met Bob Beatty but as a friend of his son, Brian, I felt like I knew him. Brian always spoke of him with such love and respect! I wanted him as my father too. My heartfelt condolences to all.
Donna and Jim Burroughs says
So sorry for your loss. Bob was such a kind man.
Jamie Greenlee says
Bob was a awesome Stewart for the church and Plymouth .RIP my friend.