Robert P. Kara
September 27, 1962 ~ August 27, 2017
Robert P. Kara, Jr. age 54, passed away August 27, 2017 at the Cleveland Clinic surrounded by family. He was born September 27, 1962 in Brownsville, PA to Robert Paul Kara Sr. and MaryAnn (Kolycheck) Kara. He married Lorie Lea Lake on June 21, 1986 in Perryopolis, PA.
Robert worked as a Tig Operator at Lincoln Electric. He was a member of Park Street Christian Church in Geneva, Ohio and served on the board of elders and board of trustees. Robert had many interests that he thoroughly enjoyed including selling grape pies at the Grape Jamboree every year, collecting coins of all types, smashing pennies and was an avid fish tank enthusiast. Robert also enjoyed being a Boy Scout leader as well as being a big Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguins fan. He enjoyed simple things in life like chocolate ice cream from DQ, Blackberry pie and chocolate chip cookies. He also had a big heart for animals especially his pets Gypsy, Mocha, Odie, Mischief, Pevo and Clyde, but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family.
Robert leaves behind his loving wife, Lorie; daughters Ashley R. (Kenneth) Holcomb of Madison and Amber R. Kara; his son Robert P. Kara III of Westlake; a grand-daughter MacKenzie Mae Holcomb; sister, Susan (Jamey) DeCarlo, of Brownsville, Pa; and 2 step-sisters, Cherie Pursglove and Linda Cassell. He is preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.
A memorial service for Robert will be held at Park Street Christian Church, 97 Park St, Geneva, Ohio, on Thursday August 31, 2017 at 11 a.m. Luncheon to follow.
The Behm Family Funeral Home, 26 River St. Madison, OH 44057 is assisting the family at this time. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Park Street Christian Church or his family.
Friends may leave condolences online at www.behmfuneral.com
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Lorie and families, Deepest sympathy.. Wishing you peace to bring comfort.. Courage for the days ahead.. And loving memories to hold forever in your hearts! You were all very blessed to be a part of his journey! Sending a BIG hug to each one of you. Xo-The Hanneman's
Really a shock. Lorie, Doodle, Bob and Amberette, you are in my prayers, as are you, Ken. Bob was one of a kind. They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength…….
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all of you.
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family.
Oh my, Lori – I am shocked and so sorry for your loss. May God be with you, and will give you strength.
So very sorry for your great loss . May you find strength in knowing so many care about your family .
My deepest sympathies to the entire family. Words cannot describe how deeply sorry we are to hear this…sending you love and prayers.
My condolences to the entire family. Having spent many summers in the patch growing up with Bobby and Susan, I remember his kind heart and generous soul. What a good man he was. We are all better for knowing him.
ASHLEY & KENNY, IM SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I KNOW EXACTLY WHAT YOU ARE GOING THROUGH. MAY GOD HELP YOU ALL THROUGH THIS TERRIBLE TIME. MAY HE PUT HIS HANDS ON EACH AN EVERYONE OF YOU AN HEAL YOUR PAIN. OUR THOUGHTS AN PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU BOTH.
I am so sorry for your loss. May God bring you peace in this difficult time.
My deepest sympathies to your family at this difficult time. My Heavenly Father bless you with comfort and love.
Prayers to the Kara Family and loved ones. Our most humble condolences to a kind loving gentleman. God bless you all.
My deepest sympathies to Bobby's entire family. I have the fondest memories of 1970-era summer vacations in “Hiller patch” playing games, watching WWWF wrestling and Lost in Space, and hanging out with Susan and Bobby and their grandparents. Wonderful times, wonderful people, wonderful memories.
My condolence to the Kara family. I worked with Bob on the tigline ,and I'm really going to miss him. he was a hard worker ,a good man, and truly loved and cared for his family. My prayers are with you.
I am so Sorry for your loss. He is now with Our Lord and Savior and Very Happy. I pray for strength for you and your family. I know that in the next few months it will be very difficult however, he is now resting and watching over his family, With the up coming birth of his new grandchild. I am a very good friend Of Melissa's and she has spoken how much she loves her family and is very much grieving your pain. God be with you all in this and for months and years to come. Blessed it be the Lord.
“You have made known to me the path of life;you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand” Psalm 16:11. Hard knowing I will not see Bobby again on this earth. We will polka in heaven – eternal fun and joy beyond comprehension! Much love to Lorie, Ashley, Ken, Mackenzie, Bobby and Amber and Sweet Susan Marie ❤️Love you all, Linda C
This was a… Steve and i sending the family our deepest condolences and sympathy in this time of loss
Lorie, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lorie we are sorry to hear of your great loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the good Lord hold you all in his loveing hands.