Robert “Bob” Reigner, Sr., 84, of Canton, PA (Ellenton Mtn.) formerly of Flourtown, PA passed away at home unexpectedly Friday evening, November 20, 2015.
Robert Augustus, “Bob” to family and friends, was born on August 28, 1931 in Philadelphia, a son of the late Ralph R. and Harriett (Wadenphuel) Reigner. He served our country during the Korean War. Bob was a devoted husband and father of five children. He was married to the former Ann M. Rohrbaugh for 51 years before her passing on October 28, 2006. Working in the plumbing field all his life, he owned and operated Reigner’s Plumbing and Heating Company near Philadelphia until retiring. Bob was an avid outdoors-man, especially enjoying nature, hunting and fishing. His memberships included the Canton and Flourtown area’s Veteran Clubs and the Canton Moose Lodge 429.
Robert Augustus, “Bob” to family and friends, was born on August 28, 1931 in Philadelphia, a son of the late Ralph R. and Harriett (Wadenphuel) Reigner. He served our country during the Korean War. Bob was a devoted husband and father of five children. He was married to the former Ann M. Rohrbaugh for 51 years before her passing on October 28, 2006. Working in the plumbing field all his life, he owned and operated Reigner’s Plumbing and Heating Company near Philadelphia until retiring. Bob was an avid outdoors-man, especially enjoying nature, hunting and fishing. His memberships included the Canton and Flourtown area’s Veteran Clubs and the Canton Moose Lodge 429.
Bob made many trips to Bradford County, PA spanning over 72 years. He fulfilled a lifelong dream when he and Ann retired and permanently made their home at “Top of the Hill” near Ellenton; now they’re united on top of the world.
Surviving are his children, Theresa Mandell of Ambler, PA, Robert, Jr. of Crystal River, FL, Ronald of Jefferson, PA, Richard of Flourtown and Lisa Wallace of North Wales, PA,eight grandchildren and his brother, Ralph “Buddy’ Reigner, Jr. of Florida.
In addition to Bob was predeceased by his beloved wife Ann.
Rev. Herbert Eby will officiate a memorial service to honor Bob’s life at noon, Saturday, Nov. 28 at Pepper Funeral Home, 578 Springbrook Dr., Canton. Services in the Flourtown area will be announced Burial will be in Ellenton Cemetery at a later date. Share condolences at www.pepperfuneralhomes.com
Surviving are his children, Theresa Mandell of Ambler, PA, Robert, Jr. of Crystal River, FL, Ronald of Jefferson, PA, Richard of Flourtown and Lisa Wallace of North Wales, PA,eight grandchildren and his brother, Ralph “Buddy’ Reigner, Jr. of Florida.
In addition to Bob was predeceased by his beloved wife Ann.
Rev. Herbert Eby will officiate a memorial service to honor Bob’s life at noon, Saturday, Nov. 28 at Pepper Funeral Home, 578 Springbrook Dr., Canton. Services in the Flourtown area will be announced Burial will be in Ellenton Cemetery at a later date. Share condolences at www.pepperfuneralhomes.com
