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IN LOVING MEMORY OF
Robert K.
Growcock
August 7, 1934 – June 14, 2023
Robert K. "Bob" Growcock, 88, of Wolcottville, Indiana passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at Lutheran Life Villages in Kendallville.
He was born August 7, 1934, in Noble County to Frank and Nina (Weaver) Growcock.
On June 17, 1956, in Cosperville he married Karen Weaver. She preceded him in death on December 19, 2017.
He honorably served in the National Guard.
Through the years Bob had worked as a farmer, had a feed business, was a truck driver, and retired from the service department at Dutch Housing.
He enjoyed hauling his Amish friends, traveling, antique tractors, camping, and spending winters in Florida. He also loved spending time with his family.
Surviving are a daughter, Karla Growcock of Blackman Lake; two sons, Kevin (Jackie) Growcock of LaGrange and Kent (Amy) Growcock of Adams Lake; three grandsons, Justin (Jessi) Growcock of Wolcottville, Markus (Heather) Evenson of Adams Lake, and Mitchell (Amanda) Evenson of Fort Wayne; five great-granddaughters, Kylie, Hailie, Alexia, Riley, and Harper; a great-grandson, Avery; three sisters, Mary Jo Gard, Nancy (Harold) Fulford, and Beverly (Raymond) Groves; a brother, James (Cathy) Growcock; a sister-in-law, Linda Growcock of Albion; and a special neighbor lady and good friend, Ann Boots.
He was also preceded in death by a son, Kenny Growcock; four sisters, Donna Growcock, Shirley Rinker, Jean Huth, and Peggy Wilbur; and a brother, Larry "Pete" Growcock.
Memorial services will be Saturday, June 17, 2023, at 4 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Wolcottville Chapel, State Road 9 North, Wolcottville with Pastor Mike Hamm of Stroh Church of Christ officiating.
Visitation will also be on Saturday, June 17, 2023, beginning at 1 p.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home.
Honor guard services will be provided by the Veterans Honor Guard.
Preferred memorials are to Honor Flight Northeast Indiana. P.O. Box 5, Huntertown, Indiana 46748.
View a video tribute after Saturday or share memories and condolences at www.youngfamilyfuneralhome.com.
Visitation
Young Family Funeral Home, Wolcottville Chapel
1:00 - 4:00 pm
Memorial Service
Young Family Funeral Home, Wolcottville Chapel
Starts at 4:00 pm
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