1940 - 2015

Newton Falls - Robert L. Shick, 75, passed away at his residence Sunday, November 1, 2015.

Robert was born September 11, 1940 in Warren, the son of Franklin and Margaret C. (Kellerman) Shick.

He was a graduate of Howland High School and served in the U.S. Army from 1959 to 1964.

Robert was employed for 27 years as an electrician for American Welding, retiring in 1991.

He was a member of the American Legion, the Antique Tractor Club and the Christian Motor Cycle Club.

His enjoyed Speedex Tractors, camping and wood working.

Robert leaves behind Eloise, his friend and mother of his children, daughters, Danielle (James) Bridenstine of Colebrook, OH, Donna (Craig) Cefalo of Girard, OH, Debra (Jeremy) Armer of Greenville, PA, and Diana (Gary) Beckett of Garrettsville, OH; a nephew and chosen son Eugene Shick, Jr. of Mecca and best friend, Nick Rieter. He also leaves behind 17 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.

Preceding Robert in death are brothers, Franklin Thomas, Byron Randall, Eugene Glenn and Phillip Roy; grandchildren, James Bridenstine, Jr. and Jessica Neely; a niece Jennifer Shick; and two nephews Bruce Shick and Randall Shick, Jr.

Services for Robert will be held at the Bristolville United Methodist Church, 6271 N. Park Ave. Bristolville, OH 44402, Saturday, November 7, 2015. Visitation will be from 11 am till 12 pm, with the memorial service to begin at 12 pm. Pastor Roger Norton will officiate.

The family requests that any contributions be sent to the Bristolville United Methodist Church.

Inurnment will take place at Crown Hill Burial Park.