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Robert D. Lumley

August 31, 1943 - January 30, 2024
Visitation
Grace Bible Church
2643 South 117th Street
West Allis, Wisconsin 53227
(414) 541-4252 |
Saturday 2/24, 10:00 am - 11:45 am
Service
Grace Bible Church
2643 South 117th Street
West Allis, Wisconsin 53227
(414) 541-4252 |
Saturday 2/24, 12:00 pm
Memorial

In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to: Experimental Aircraft Association.

Alternatively, checks can be mailed to:
Vintage Aircraft Association
Attn: Amy Lemke
P.O. Box 3086
Oshkosh, WI 54903-3086

(Checks should be made out to the Vintage Aircraft Association; Memo: Bob Lumley)

Robert “Bob” David Lumley passed on to eternal life Tuesday, January 30th, 2024, age 80.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years Linda, his daughters Michelle (Erich) and Cassandra (Mike), his sisters Gwen (Brantley) and Mary, his granddaughter Noelle and countless more family and friends near and far. He is preceded in death by his parents Robert Arlie Lumley and Blanche Lumley (nee Caswell).

A native of Athens, Georgia, Bob served two years in the U.S Army, spending one year in Vietnam in 1966.

Bob worked in commercial construction for many years before retiring from Innovative Construction Solutions in 2016.

Bob had a lifelong passion for aviation, which led him to the Experimental Aircraft Association in 1981. He worked on many volunteer projects for more than 40 years, including serving on the board of directors and as Santa during Christmas in the Air.

Bob was a man larger than life, and his presence will be missed dearly by all.

“Fair skies and tailwinds!”

Gathering will be held at Grace Bible Church, 2643 South 117th Street, West Allis, Wisconsin on Saturday, February 24, 2024 from 10:00 AM – 11:45 AM. Celebration of Life at 12:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to: Experimental Aircraft Association.

Alternatively, checks can be mailed to:
Vintage Aircraft Association
Attn: Amy Lemke
P.O. Box 3086
Oshkosh, WI 54903-3086

(Checks should be made out to the Vintage Aircraft Association; Memo: Bob Lumley)

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Visitation
Grace Bible Church
2643 South 117th Street
West Allis, Wisconsin 53227
(414) 541-4252 | Map
Saturday 2/24, 10:00 am - 11:45 am
Service
Grace Bible Church
2643 South 117th Street
West Allis, Wisconsin 53227
(414) 541-4252 | Map
Saturday 2/24, 12:00 pm
Memorial

In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to: Experimental Aircraft Association.

Alternatively, checks can be mailed to:
Vintage Aircraft Association
Attn: Amy Lemke
P.O. Box 3086
Oshkosh, WI 54903-3086

(Checks should be made out to the Vintage Aircraft Association; Memo: Bob Lumley)

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Robert “Bob” David Lumley passed on to eternal life Tuesday, January 30th, 2024, age 80. He is survived by his wife of 56 years Linda, his daughters Michelle (Erich) and Cassandra (Mike), his sisters Gwen (Brantley) and Mary, his granddaughter Noelle and countless more family and friends near and far. He is preceded in deathContinue Reading

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Jay Baeten left a message on March 18, 2024:
Sorry to hear of Bob’ s passing! My sincere condolences Bob’s family! Bob a good friend to us in the aviation world and will be surely missed! Jay Baeten
Mary Vigo (McLeod) left a message on February 16, 2024:
Bob - you were the best! Always there to help when needed. My boys will never forget "Santa" coming to visit them at our home. On my toughest days you always managed to make me smile. You taught me about construction - always willing to show me things on the plans for a project. I learned a lot from you. Rest in peace "Lumpy" you will be missed.
MAUREEN SCHWARTZ left a message on February 8, 2024:
Bob was indeed larger than life. He loved to laugh, had a big smile and a bigger heart. He always made the ladies at ICSI feel like queens. He will be missed.
Geoff Robison left a message on February 6, 2024:
You will be missed Lumper!
Ray L. Johnson left a message on February 3, 2024:
Bob was first and foremost a people person. For him the airplanes were great, but it really was about the people. Totally dedicated to the Vintage Aircraft Assocation, Bob was there from the very beginning to serve the people & help make the organization it is today! Blue skies & tailwinds Bob & thank you for your friendship to all of us.
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Erich Roider left a message on February 2, 2024:
Too many memories to list. Fair skies and may the wind be at your back.
Cassandra left a message on February 1, 2024:
Dad, I'll miss you, and I love you
Gwen Settle left a message on February 1, 2024:
As strange as it may sound, I am so joyful that my dear brother is now at peace; he had suffered long enough and if his mind had been clear he would never have wanted his sweet wife Linda to have to go through all she did caring for him; and believe me Linda did a fantastic job! Bob was such a wonderful big brother, even if we didn't always agree you always knew he loved and cared for you. Being almost 10 years my senior, Bob was almost like a second daddy to me growing up. I know he dearly loved Linda and his girls. He could be gruff at times but his gruffness came from a place of love. You will be loved and remembered by many my dear brother. I love you. Say hello to mama & daddy for me.
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