Robert M Schrader

June 17, 1957 - January 2, 2022

Robert M. Schrader age 64, of Rushsylvania, passed away Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022 at home following a brief illness. He was born June 17, 1957 to the late Robert C. and Emma Alice (Skidmore) Schrader Spence. He had been married to Toni T. Spence for more than 45 years, she survives in Rushsylvania.
Bob graduated from Benjamin Logan High School in 1975. He retired from Logan County Highway Dept. Road Superintendent with 30 plus years. He had been a Rushcreek Township Trustee and worked for TSC and Farmers Equipment Co. He had previously served with Logan County Sheriff’s Dept. and the Allen County Sheriff’s Dept. He and Toni also owned the Schrader Countyline Greenhouse. He had been a Logan County 4-H advisor for more than 20 years. He enjoyed woodworking in his shop, making things for the family. Bob never knew a stranger.
Additional family members include daughters: Barbara (Don) Berry of Lima, Leslee (Gary) Simmons, Morgan Sharp and Erin Schrader all of Rushsylvania. Bob was a devoted grandpa and each grandchild was his favorite: Shelby (Josh) Ruth of Lima, Dalton Miller, Jade Simmons of New York City, Ethan Simmons, Chloe Simmons and Sarah Sharp all of Rushsylvania, Alaya Lopez, Remington Ruth and Bearrett Ruth all of Lima; siblings: Susan (Bob) Slaggle of Millersburg, Herb Schrader of Rushsylvania, Shirley (Fred) Hawkins of Elida, Micheal (Mary) Spence of Rushsylvania, Valeria Givens of Ridgeway, Eva (Gary) Adams and Michael Sumney both of Lima.
He was preceded in death by a grandson William Schrader and in-laws Arica Schrader, Carol Sumney, Richard Hayes, Parker Garwick II and David Givens.
Services will be at a later date. Online condolences may be shared at BayliffAndSon.com

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sorry about your loss, I really enjoyed talking to bob at the west liberty show many times. I know herb will miss him as will many of his friends. don forsythe

I was saddened to hear about Bob's passing,he was a friend for many years.My sympathy to all the family.

So sorry, you are in our prayers. Bob will be missed.

Our sincerest condolences & love at this time. A man full of love & humor! Rest High on that Mountain Top. Listen for his laughter in the wind. Know that he'll be keeping watch over each and every one of you.

To the family, so sorry for your loss of Bob. I’ve known him most of my life and I always liked him. He definitely was a community minded fellow. I will miss him. May God bless your family during this time.

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So sorry for your families’ loss. Rest in peace Bob

You were a great friend and co-worker.

Sending thoughts and prayers. I enjoyed working with Bob at the Logan county Engineer’s office.

I regret greatly hearing of Bob's sudden passing! Our sympathy and prayers for all the family! Bob was an outstanding Rushcreek Township Trustee who I had the pleasure of serving with for several years. He was dedicated and very resourceful in serving his constituents and we benefitted much from his wisdom and hard work! Our township has lost a fine public servant!

So sorry for your loss Toni Bob will be missed always love talking to you and Bob sending prayers and hugs

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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.