Robert Kreuz

Robert “Bob” James Kreuz, 86 of Toledo Oh passed away Thursday May 2nd at the Ebied Hospice Center at Flower Hospital. Bob was born June 17th, 1926 to Melvina (Langenderfer) and Jacob Kreuz of Swanton OH. The oldest of 4 brothers, Bob had 5 older and 2 younger sisters. Bob attended Immaculate Conception Grade School and Swanton High School. The decade of the 50's was the foundation on which he built a wonderful marriage of nearly 63 years with the love of his life, Regina “Jean” Marie Vogelbach. They were married on October 21st 1950. Bob was a natural born sales man, first selling insurance during his early years of marriage. For many years, Bob worked a 2nd job in the evening. Bob eventually retired from the Mellocraft Company in 1990, after many years of service. Bob won numerous awards each year for being a monthly top performer, being recognized as Salesman of the Year several times. The secret to his success, was treat each person with respect, always be polite, and most important, be honest. Bob was a man of few words, instead letting his actions represent the man he was. A strong family man, Bob was a determined, hard-working provider. Bob was a member of the Knights of Columbus and a sports enthusiast his entire life, he loved playing golf, still shooting his age even into his 70's. Bob was a third-0 and won the city championship. Bob was well known for his “cannon” of an arm, and 3rd base was his home away from home. Bob also bowled in the K of C league where he carried a 194 average. Often winning a jackpot or 2, Bob would stop at White Hut and bring home Super King Hamburgers, wake the kids for a late night picnic on their bed. Bob was also an exceptional Bridge player, where he and his partner won the KC title so many times, some players wanted to ban the team from playing so others could have a chance to win. After retirement, Bob and Jean volunteered at both St. Vincent's Hospital and Christ the King school. Bob's greatest pleasure was spending time with his kids and 7 grandchildren. Bob is survived by his loving wife Jean, son John (Sharon), daughter Mary Beth Durbin, son Marty and 7 grandchildren Julie Kreuz, Emily (Bhaskar) Biswas, Bridgette and Jim Kreuz, Melissa (Matt) Knott, Dr. Matt (Anne) Durbin , Amanda Durbin, and Great Granddaughter Eloise Marie Knott, sisters Clavera Ramlow, Antoinette O'Connor, Regina Ankenbrandt, brothers Norm, Al and Jerry. Bob was preceded in death by his son David, sisters Veronica Helfrich, Agnes Parks, Mary Jane Hughes and Eleanor Corrigan. Visitation will be Sunday May 5th from 2 ??" 8 at Ansberg-West Funeral Home on West Sylvania, with the rosary being recited at 7:00 PM. Funeral services will be Monday morning at Christ the King church, starting 10:00AM. Special thanks to all the wonderful people at Hospice of NW Ohio who kept our father comfortable during his final days. To Vanetta and Nicolette, your Hospice in-home care over the last several months was of great comfort and very much appreciated as well. To our daily caregivers Mona and Joanne, your kindness and assistance will never be forgotten. Our family thanks you! In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Hospice of NW Ohio or the charity of your choice. To send his family online condolences, please visit www.ansberg-west.com.

Robert Kreuz

June 17, 1926 - May 2, 2013