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Robert Eugene “Bob” Lias

Birth	:	7 Sep 1931 Akron, Plymouth County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	2 Jul 2019 Sioux City, Woodbury County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Riverside Cemetery, Akron, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.8367004, -96.5453033
Description	:	Robert “Bob” Lias, 87, of Akron, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2019 at MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center in Sioux City, Iowa.He was wrapped in love with family by his side as he completed his journey home. It was a peaceful sight to behold. Visitation with the family present will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 8, 2019 at Wesley United Methodist Church in Akron. A funeral service to follow at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Barb Joy officiating. Military Honors will be provided by the Hoschler American Legion Post 186 of Akron. Immediately following the funeral... Read More	Robert “Bob” Lias, 87, of Akron, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2019 at MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center in Sioux City, Iowa.He was wrapped in love with family by his side as he completed his journey home. It was a peaceful sight to behold. Visitation with the family present will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 8, 2019 at Wesley United Methodist Church in Akron. A funeral service to follow at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Barb Joy officiating. Military Honors will be provided by the Hoschler American Legion Post 186 of Akron. Immediately following the funeral service, lunch and fellowship with the family will be in the church hall. Funeral arrangements are with the Rexwinkel-Schroeder Funeral Home in Akron. Robert Eugene Lias was born September 7, 1931 in Akron, Iowa, the son of Eugene and Florence (Rhodes) Lias. He attended school in Akron and graduated from Akron High School. Following high school, he began farming near Akron. He entered the United States Army in 1954. He was stationed stateside during the end of the Korean Conflict and was in the Anti-Aircraft Artilliary unit. He was honorably discharged in February of 1956. Following his discharge, he returned to the Akron area and continued to farm. He was united in marriage to Margaret Rae Heyl on February 21, 1960 at Wesley United Methodist Church in Akron. The couple farmed south of Akron for many years. Later, after their retirement, they moved to an acreage northeast of Akron. Bob was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church in Akron. Over the years, he enjoyed watching NASCAR, NHRA drag racing, and tractor pulls. He was a skilled mechanic, and enjoyed working on his tractors, farm equipment, and anything with a motor. He had a black 1957 Chevrolet that he loved, it held a special place in his heart and he spoke of it often. He loved being outdoors and working in his yard and taking care of any and all animals. He will be remembered for his many stories and how he loved to share them with his many friends and family. Survivors include his wife, Margaret of Akron; 6 daughters: Robin Rae Roper of Eagle Rock, MO, Rhonda Mae (Mike) Hawks of Akron, Crystal Kay (Doug) Manley of Akron, Dawn Ranae Lias of Elk Point, SD, Holly Danae (John) Sabaliauskas of Elk Point, SD, and Laura Lanae (Joe) Toben of Westfield, IA; 11 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; 4 great great grandchildren; his sister: Ruth Lowery of Akron, IA; his brother: David “Bud” (Mary) Lias of Akron; a special family friend: Joyce Thorson of Akron; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene and Florence Lias; a son in infancy, Blaine Eugene Lias; a sister Lorraine (Paul) Bauch; and a brother: Harvey (Lois) Lias. [Source: Rexwinkel-Schroeder Funeral Home; Akron, IA]

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Where is Robert Eugene “Bob” Lias's memorial?
Robert Eugene “Bob” Lias's memorial is located at: Riverside Cemetery, Akron, Plymouth County, USA.
When did Robert Eugene “Bob” Lias death?
Robert Eugene “Bob” Lias death on 2 Jul 2019 in Sioux City, Woodbury County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Robert Eugene “Bob” Lias's memorial?
Latitude: 42.8367004
Longitude: -96.5453033

Family Members:

Parent

Eugene Lias

(1892 - 1969)

Florence Bernice Rhodes Lias

(1896 - 1983)

Spouse

Margaret Mae “Muggy” Heyl Lias

(1939 - 2019)

Siblings

Lorraine Olive Lias Bauch

(1919 - 2015)

Harvey George Lias

(1923 - 2005)

David Earl “Bud” Lias

(1934 - 2020)

Children

Blaine Eugene Lias

(1963 - 1963)

Flowers:

Nearby Cemetories:

1. Riverside Cemetery
Akron, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8367004, -96.5453033

2. Saint Patricks Cemetery
Akron, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8232300, -96.5374800

3. Mount Hope Cemetery
Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8885994, -96.5667038

4. Union Creek Cemetery
Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8911018, -96.5863037

5. Gores Bluff Cemetery
Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8035069, -96.6260468

6. Westfield Township Cemetery
Westfield, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7510986, -96.5914001

7. Richland Cemetery
Richland, Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7682991, -96.6624985

8. Pleasant Hill Cemetery
Spink, Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8741000, -96.6876000

9. Big Springs Cemetery
Big Springs, Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9379000, -96.6090000

10. Old Big Springs Cemetery
Big Springs, Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9455986, -96.5868988

11. Saint Johns Lutheran Church Cemetery
Ruble, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8372000, -96.3799000

12. Mills Family Cemetery
Westfield, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7188460, -96.6019280

13. First Brule Creek Cemetery
Elk Point, Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7943993, -96.7069016

14. Pleasant Hill Cemetery Old
Spink, Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8588462, -96.7215592

15. Brule Creek Cemetery
Spink Township, Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8346510, -96.7324350

16. Pleasant Valley Cemetery
Adaville, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7494011, -96.4005966

17. Saint Paul Cemetery
Elk Point, Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7641983, -96.7061005

18. Union County Poor Farm Cemetery
Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7649210, -96.7077580

19. Nora Cemetery
Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9314003, -96.7061005

20. Plymouth Presbyterian Cemetery
Brunsville, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8208760, -96.3318410

21. Ahlsborg Lutheran Cemetery
Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8228000, -96.7612000

22. Saint Joseph Cemetery
Johnson Township, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7416992, -96.3707962

23. Peace Lutheran Cemetery
Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9805984, -96.6481018

24. Saint Johns Cemetery
Craig, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8939018, -96.3225021