Robert F. Lamb

Robert F. Lamb, 79, of Dowagiac, MI, passed away on Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at his home. Robert was born in Cassopolis, MI on August 19, 1937 to Otis D. & Marian M. (Mosher) Lamb. He attended Dowagiac Central High School class of 1955. Robert enlisted in the United States Navy in 1954 and proudly served his country until he was honorably discharged in 1958. Upon returning home he worked for Rudy Manufacturing in Dowagiac where he never missed a day at work. There he started out as a fork lift driver and retired as the plant manager in 1999. Robert had a true moral compass; he believed that you worked hard, took care of your family and helped others. He was a handyman who could “do it all” from roofing on a house to running the electric. Robert was a member of Moose Lodge #933 and a former member the Elks Lodge #889 in Dowagiac. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed participating in many golf leagues. Robert loved to go camping and take trips to Las Vegas. Robert is survived by his wife, Shirley; children, Bambi (DJ) Mingle of Jupiter, FL, Scott Lamb of Dowagiac and Lora (Robert) Janssen-Myers of Indianapolis, IN; grandchildren, Julia, Tyler, Adam, Brooke, Danielle, Kara and Lindsay; great-grandchildren, Penelope and Dorian; numerous nieces and nephews and a large extended family. Robert was preceded in death by his parents; five siblings; daughter, Barbara Danciu Audet; daughter-in-law, Catherine Lamb and granddaughter Leah Danciu. Arrangements have been entrusted to Clark Chapel & Cremation Services. Memorial contributions may be made to the family in care of his wife Shirley. Those wishing to leave an online condolence for the family may do so at www.clarkch.com.