Robert J Wortkoetter

Robert J. "Bob" Wortkoetter, age 89 of Defiance, passed away on Thursday evening, December 2, 2021 at Glenn Park of Defiance.   
  
He was born on April 26, 1932 to Andrew and Sarah (Thiel) Wortkoetter in Florence Twp, Ohio. Robert was a graduate of Edon High School. He proudly served our country in the U.S. Army from 1952-1954 during the Korean War. On August 22, 1953 he married Carol (Brown) Wortkoetter who survives. 

Bob was a faithful member of St. Mary Catholic Church. He worked for over 38 years as a Foreman at General Motors until his retirement in 1992. He was a member of VMCCA Defiance Chapter, (Vintage Motor Car Club of America). He had a passion for old cars, and he enjoyed going to Silver Lake and playing euchre with his family and friends.
  
Bob is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Carol L. Wortkoetter of Defiance, and his children; James (Deb) Wortkoetter of Old Monroe, MO, Thomas Wortkoetter of Lockport, NY, and Becky (Steve) Arps of Napoleon, OH. He also leaves behind his grandchildren; Sarah Homan, Timothy (Gretchen Hsu)  Wortkoetter, Benjamin (Becky) Wortkoetter, Andrew Wortkoetter, and Stephanie (Shane) Huntley, and eight great-grandchildren.  
  
He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brothers, Oscar, William, Vincent and Richard Wortkoetter.
  
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 7, 2021 from 9:00 to 10:45 am at St. Mary Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian burial will follow at 11:00 am at the church, with Fr. Randy Giesige officiating. Burial will follow the service at Brunersburg Cemetery.

Schaffer Funeral Home was honored to assist the family with arrangements.
  
Memorials are suggested to St. Mary Catholic Church, or to a charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences can be given at www.Schafferfh.com.
  
  

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