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In Memory Of
Robert Carl Markstrom
1974
2017
Robert Carl Markstrom
Oct 7, 1974 — Feb 17, 2017
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Markstrom, Robert Carl (Robbie), born 10/7/74, passed away unexpectedly on 2/17/17.
He is survived by his parents, Carl and Jeannie, his sister Elizabeth O'Donnell, his beloved daughter Logan, his grandmother Jean Markstrom and numerous relatives and friends.
Rob was a 1993 graduate of Centerville High school, where he played on the varsity hockey team for 4 years. He had a natural ability for the game and played from the age of 5 throughout his life.
He loved all sports, but was an avid University of Michigan fan. Rob had a real appreciation and love for being outdoors. One of his fondest memories was a trip to Minnesota where he navigated the Boundary Waters. He spent another summer in Montana working for a fly fishing tour company.
He worked many years in landscaping and had a natural gift and vast knowledge of numerous plants and trees.
We will miss your sparkling blue eyes, your engaging smile, and your charismatic, loving ways.
A memorial visitation will be held from 4-6:00 pm on Friday, February 24, 2017 at Newcomer Funeral Home, South Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Logan's 529 college fund which will be established.
Please visit www.NewcomerDayton.com to leave a message of condolence for Rob's family.
He is survived by his parents, Carl and Jeannie, his sister Elizabeth O'Donnell, his beloved daughter Logan, his grandmother Jean Markstrom and numerous relatives and friends.
Rob was a 1993 graduate of Centerville High school, where he played on the varsity hockey team for 4 years. He had a natural ability for the game and played from the age of 5 throughout his life.
He loved all sports, but was an avid University of Michigan fan. Rob had a real appreciation and love for being outdoors. One of his fondest memories was a trip to Minnesota where he navigated the Boundary Waters. He spent another summer in Montana working for a fly fishing tour company.
He worked many years in landscaping and had a natural gift and vast knowledge of numerous plants and trees.
We will miss your sparkling blue eyes, your engaging smile, and your charismatic, loving ways.
A memorial visitation will be held from 4-6:00 pm on Friday, February 24, 2017 at Newcomer Funeral Home, South Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Logan's 529 college fund which will be established.
Please visit www.NewcomerDayton.com to leave a message of condolence for Rob's family.
To send flowers or plant a memorial tree in memory, please visit our flower store.
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Friday, February 24, 2017
4:00 - 6:00 pm (Eastern time)
Kettering Chapel
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