Robert J. Dyer West Terre Haute, Indiana Obituary

Robert J. Dyer

<p>Robert J. Dyer, 75 of West Terre Haute, passed away on Monday, November 30, 2020 in his residence.&nbsp; He was born in Dixon, IL on December 29, 1944 to DeWayne Dyer and Dorothy Stewart Dyer.</p> <p>Robert was a 1962 graduate of West Vigo High School, where he played tennis, and then entered the United States Navy, having served in Viet Nam on the Franklin D. Roosevelt Aircraft Carrier, and was also stationed in Panama City, Panama, and Jacksonville, FL.&nbsp; He worked as a plumber with Plumbers &amp; Steamfitters Local # 157 for 51 years.&nbsp; He was also owner and operator of Red Oak Construction, Red Oak Plumbing, and Red Oak Bait and Tackle.&nbsp; He had also worked at Sycamore Engineering and Freitag &amp; Winehardt as a Superintendent.&nbsp; He loved construction and teaching his sons and granddaughters the trade, and he built and remodeled numerous homes.&nbsp; He was a Founding Member and Trustee of West Side Community Church, member of West Terre Haute Assembly of God Church, Robert loved helping at the church and serving the Lord.&nbsp; Other memberships include the Red Oak Bass Club, Sycamore Bass Club, and worked concessions at ISU for various fishing clubs.&nbsp; He loved fishing and building with his sons.&nbsp; He also served as a coach, mentor, and leader of the West Terre Haute Little League, coach and mentor of Babe Ruth Baseball, a Royal Rangers Leader and Sponsor, and he enjoyed playing on church softball teams.&nbsp; Most importantly, he was a loving grandfather.</p> <p>Robert is survived by his wife Saundra Sue Selvia Dyer, who he married June 6, 1969 and their three sons; Eric Dyer (Cyndi) of West Terre Haute, Matthew Dyer of Miami, FL, and Jason Dyer of West Terre Haute.&nbsp; Also surviving are his grandchildren; Sarah Dyer, Emma Dyer, Jayce Dyer, and Eva Dyer all of West Terre Haute, and Chubbz Dyer of Miami, FL, as well as special grandkids; Lenabelle Puller, Maggie Stahly, Molly Stahly, Pasley Puller, and Millie Stahly.&nbsp; He also leaves behind his siblings; Kenneth Dyer (Clara), Dennis Dyer (Paula), Shirley Robins (Rick), and Rosa Puller (George).&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his father, DeWayne Dyer, mother and step-father, Dorothy Stewart Dyer Andreas and Milton Andreas, as well as siblings Lillian Dyer Shipman (Alan) and Milton Andreas, Jr.</p> <p>In honoring Robert&rsquo;s wishes, cremation has been chosen and a private Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. The family would like to give a special thank you to his favorite sister-in-law, Kathy Ritter, for the love, support and medical attention she gave to Robert during his illness, and also a thank you to Heart To Heart Hospice for their wonderful care.&nbsp; Arrangements are under the direction of Fitzpatrick Funeral Home, 220 North 3rd St., West Terre Haute, IN.</p> <p>Online condolences can be left at:&nbsp; www.fitzpatrickfunerals.com</p>
December 29, 1944 - November 30, 202012/29/194411/30/2020
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Michael Higgins
April 7, 2021
I'll remember Robert as a nice guy and good baseball coach. He coached during my little league years in the 70's and 80's, and was universally liked.
Condolences to the family. I'm very sorry for your loss.

~ Michael Higgins
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Marina and Bill Wolfe
December 3, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with Sandy and family. Kind and caring. We were blessed to call you neighbors. Marina and Bill Wolfe
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Pam Schalburg
December 3, 2020
Sandy, you know how much we love you and Bob. Neighbors for all those years and so many memories and some hilarious times we've had together! Bob cutting our grass for all those months when Mike had his broken leg. He'd start in your yard and end up in ours..... and I th... Continue Reading
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Marco Bertuzzi
December 3, 2020
Robert and Saundra are, and have been, special people. They took (wonderful and loving) care of Bianca Bertuzzi, our 16/17 years old daughter when she was an exchange student staying at their home treating her as she were their own daughter. We are forever thankful to bo... Continue Reading
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Arminda Bertuzzi
December 3, 2020
Sandy and your family,
I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing!
R.I.P.
Arminda Bertuzzi
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ALLIED METALS
December 3, 2020
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. From the Allied Metal Family
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B, Márcio and Gabriel
December 3, 2020
I’m so sorry about dad. It was a great honor of you respecting his wishes. Thank you for contacting me.
Love you a lot!
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December 3, 2020
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Karen Vicars
December 3, 2020
Sandy and family, I'm very sorry to hear Bob passed away!! Know that you're in my thoughts and prayers!
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Stephen Knight
December 2, 2020
Words cannot describe the sorrow I felt on finding out about Robert's passing. You have my deepest sympathies at this truly awful time.