Albert Robert Stadvec (Bob) age 91, peacefully passed away on July 31, 2015.
After serving three years in the Navy during World War II, he went on to graduate from the University of Akron, where he met Gloria, his loving wife of 64 years. He had a passion for sports, including football and baseball and went on to pitch for the Cleveland Indians Minor League. His career at Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company spanned 38.5 years where he held multiple positions and eventually retired as Director of the Secretaries Office. He was a loyal player in the weekly Poker Club with friends that played together over sixty years. His greatest joy in life was his six grandchildren; Andrew, Janna, Hallie, Mackenzie, Meghan, and Emily.
He was preceded in death by parents, Albert and Rose Stadvec and sister, Elizabeth. He is survived by his wife, Gloria; children, David (Sue), Robert (Lisa), and Sharon Stiff (Greg); brother, Ernest and many loving family members and friends.
Cremation has taken place and private services at the convenience of the family will take place at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman. Should friends' desire, donations may be made to Magic City Kiwanis, Esther Ryan Shoe Fund, Box 561, Barberton, OH 44203.
(Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel)
Cemetery Details
Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery
Rittman, OH,