Robert Allen Funk

Robert Allen Funk

August 16, 1948 to November 24, 2025

Robert (Bob) was born August 16, 1948 in Cleveland, Ohio, The son of Harvey V. and Evelyn M. (Wessolek) Funk and was raised in Lodi, OH on his family’s farm.  Bob left this world on November 24, 2025 aged 77 years at the Gettysburg hospital with his devoted family by his side. 

He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Linda K. (Holler) with whom he built a life centered around Christ, family and the gathering of friends.  Their marriage was bonded by their walk with the Lord and they shared this walk with all those they met. 

Bob was a 1966 graduate of Cloverleaf High School, Lodi, OH and received his B.S. in Industrial Management from the University of Akron in 1976.  Bob proudly served his country as a mortarman and field radio operator in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.

Bob was a member of Harvest Chapel of Abbottstown, PA where he served in the Men’s Housefire group.  Prior to his time at Harvest Chapel he and Linda were part of Hanover First Church of God where he served as a long-time Sunday School teacher and Elder.  Bob led a life of service to Jesus Christ through his personal devotion, riding motorcycles for charitable causes, and leading and participating in devotional groups like Sunday School classes, men’s groups and marriage groups.   What Bob wanted more than anything in this world was for everyone he interacted with to come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. 

Professionally, Bob was a quality assurance engineer for Northrup-Grumman for a total of 38 years.  He was known for his professionalism and expertise in his industry as well as his honesty and a work-ethic beyond measure.

In his spare time Bob enjoyed riding his motorcycle, camping with friends, collecting and playing with anything technology and eating really good food.  Few people in this world could eat more sushi, crabs and pit-beef than Bob. 

In addition to his loving wife, Linda, Bob is survived by his children, Wendy Johnston (Jim) of Preston, MD, Stephen Gordon of Warsaw, OH, Kristie Bosley of Hanover, PA and Jeremy Funk (Andrea) of Charlotte, NC, seven grandchildren: Mikaela Clark (Corey), Brandon Bosley, Lilly Funk, Zachary Johnston, Corey Bosley (Rowan), Jake Funk and Jackson Gordon.  Also, two siblings Richard Funk (Kay) and Susan Funk.

“But those who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.” Isaiah 40: 28-31

A celebration of life service will be held on a date to be announced. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.

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