Robert E. Himler, Jr., 78, of Latrobe, passed away on Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. He was born on June 21, 1943 in Derry Township, a son of the late Robert E. and Grace (Snyder) Himler.

Prior to his retirement, he worked as a welder for Vulcan Mold. He was a member of Bethany United Methodist Church. He loved football and baseball, especially when it came to cheering for the Las Vegas Raiders and the New York Yankees. His favorite pastimes included hunting, fishing, boating, golfing, and going to the casino. He had a passion for fast cars and had the thrill of owning and driving them throughout his life. Most importantly Robert loved his family who were so special to him.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved grandson, Robert E. Himler IV, and his in-laws, John and Ruth Rummell, whom he called “Pap & Nanny”. He is survived by his wife of over 61 years, Margaret “Marge” (Rummell) Himler; his children, Robert E. Himler III and his wife Elizabeth of Greensburg, Susan Ruth Himler Rosa of Latrobe, Scott Alan Himler and his wife Brenda of Latrobe, and Brooks Michael Himler and his wife Jennifer of Latrobe; his grandchildren, Lucas Himler (Jamie), Zachary Himler, Tayler Brennan (Cody), and Allison Ruth Himler; his sister, Kathy Wisner; and a special cousin, Jack Snyder.

Friends will be received on Sunday, January 23rd from 2-4 & 6-8 at the Hartman-Graziano Funeral Home Inc, 1500 Ligonier Street Latrobe PA 15650. A funeral service will be held on Monday, January 24th at 10AM in the funeral home chapel. Entombment will follow in St. Clair Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org .