Robert Dobbelaere Obituary
We bid farewell to Robert Dobbelaere of Camden, Michigan, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 28, 2026 at the age of 93. Robert touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Robert Dobbelaere to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Julius Dobbelaere and Marie Dobbelaere (Vynckier); his son Robert C. Dobbelaere; his grandson Seth R. Dobbelaere; his siblings, George, Gerard, Morris, Paul, Henry and Mary Louise Dobbelaere; and his stepson Norm Roughton.
He is survived by: his children, Steven Dobbelaere of North Branch, MI, Chris Marie Farr of Raleigh, NC and Kevin Dobbelaere (Tammy) of Marlette, MI; his grandsons, Jason, Jared and Nolan Dobbelaere; his children, Kara Watkins, John David, William Farr, Chase Dobbelaere (Jasmine) and Kylee Dobbelaere; his great grandchildren, Seth II, Mason (Carissa), Kameron (Jordan), Kodyn, Jayce, Kayman Dobbelaere, Kylee, Koltyn Measel and Luke Dobbelaere; his great great grandchild Weston Dobbelaere; his stepchildren, Peggy Roughton, Dan Roughton, Doug Roughton (Wendy) and Karen Rider (Brian); his stepgrandchildren, Janalee Hiltner (Matt), Hillary Daniels, Danielle Roughton, Alexandra Sprunger (Chance) and Dale Rider; and his sister Doris Richman of Wolcottville, IN.. He is also survived by 7 step-great-grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Saturday, May 2nd 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Heitmeyer Funeral Home (610 Walnut St, Oakwood, OH 45873). A funeral service was held on Saturday, May 2nd 2026 at 12:00 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Saturday, May 2nd 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Middle Creek Cemetery (19367 Rd 24, Grover Hill, OH 45849).
Memorial contributions can be made in Bob's memory to: Pioneer Community Church, 708 E. Baubice St., Pioneer, OH 43554 or Meals on Wheels, Hillsdale County (HCSSC, 320 W. Bacon, Hillsdale, MI 49242).
