Robert
Robert R. “Bob” Seidel
A friend to all, Robert R. “Bob” Seidel, 94, of Willow Valley, Lancaster, PA, completed his life’s journey on Wednesday, April 15, 2020 (his mother’s birthday). Bob was the loving husband of Katharine “Kit” Seidel, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his 3 children, Suzanne (Daniel), Cynthia (Wayne), and Robert (Jill), and 6 step-children Richard (Dawn), Cortland (Marilyn), George (Gretchen), Katharine(Thomas), Rebecca (Gary), David (Jill); his sister, Marjorie Kochard, cousins, William (Jean) Robertson and Charles (Sally); grandchildren Jennifer, Emily, Sarah, Taylor, Jay, and Alexandra; as well as many nieces, nephews, great-grandchildren, and special friend, Lois Morgan.
Bob was born and raised in Mt. Penn, a tiny town north of Reading, PA. He was the son of Robert H. and Ruth Reeser Seidel. Bob graduated from Mt. Penn HS in 1943. He attended Brown University, then Dartmouth College in the Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps. He graduated from Dartmouth in 1946 with a BS in Business Administration. He received a MBA from Columbia University in 1948. Bob had a 43 year career with the E I DuPont company, working primarily in Personnel(now known as Human Resources) positions. Much of his work was done in the company’s Wilmington DE headquarters; he also worked in
Chattanooga, TN, and sold x-ray film for industrial and medical purposes in Seattle, WA.
Bob had a wide range of interests in his childhood and adult life. In high school he played Varsity Soccer, Basketball, and Track and Field. Through most of his adult life he played tennis, and maintained his interest in spectator sports. Singing in his church choirs was something he enjoyed for many years. He most recently rekindled a lifelong interest in art, and his final home in The Glen at Willow Valley Communities was decorated with much of his personal artwork.
Bob truly was a friend to all. He enjoyed meeting new people from all walks of life, encouraging a friend, having a good laugh over the breakfast table, and spending time with his cherished family members.
A Celebration of the life of Bob Seidel will be held at DeBord Snyder Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 141 E Orange Street, Lancaster, Pa. 17602 on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at 1:00 PM. A visitation will be held from 12:00 PM until the time of the service. Masks are required and all social distancing guidelines will be enforced. Casual dress is encouraged. To view the service virtually, please click the following link:
https://my.gather.app/remember/robert-seidel
There will be a casual reception consisting of fellowship and refreshments following the service at Lancaster County Central Park, Pavilion #11, 733 Williamson Road, Lancaster, PA 17602 from 2:30-4:30 pm.
In lieu of flowers, please feel free to make a donation in Bob’s name to the United Way of Lancaster County which was one of his favorite, local charities.
Bob was born and raised in Mt. Penn, a tiny town north of Reading, PA. He was the son of Robert H. and Ruth Reeser Seidel. Bob graduated from Mt. Penn HS in 1943. He attended Brown University, then Dartmouth College in the Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps. He graduated from Dartmouth in 1946 with a BS in Business Administration. He received a MBA from Columbia University in 1948. Bob had a 43 year career with the E I DuPont company, working primarily in Personnel(now known as Human Resources) positions. Much of his work was done in the company’s Wilmington DE headquarters; he also worked in
Chattanooga, TN, and sold x-ray film for industrial and medical purposes in Seattle, WA.
Bob had a wide range of interests in his childhood and adult life. In high school he played Varsity Soccer, Basketball, and Track and Field. Through most of his adult life he played tennis, and maintained his interest in spectator sports. Singing in his church choirs was something he enjoyed for many years. He most recently rekindled a lifelong interest in art, and his final home in The Glen at Willow Valley Communities was decorated with much of his personal artwork.
Bob truly was a friend to all. He enjoyed meeting new people from all walks of life, encouraging a friend, having a good laugh over the breakfast table, and spending time with his cherished family members.
A Celebration of the life of Bob Seidel will be held at DeBord Snyder Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 141 E Orange Street, Lancaster, Pa. 17602 on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at 1:00 PM. A visitation will be held from 12:00 PM until the time of the service. Masks are required and all social distancing guidelines will be enforced. Casual dress is encouraged. To view the service virtually, please click the following link:
https://my.gather.app/remember/robert-seidel
There will be a casual reception consisting of fellowship and refreshments following the service at Lancaster County Central Park, Pavilion #11, 733 Williamson Road, Lancaster, PA 17602 from 2:30-4:30 pm.
In lieu of flowers, please feel free to make a donation in Bob’s name to the United Way of Lancaster County which was one of his favorite, local charities.
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