Bob was a veteran of the United States Army and served in the Korean War. He was a retired mechanical engineer with an extensive career and numerous patents as a result of his brilliant efforts.
Bob is preceded in death by his two sisters and one brother.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 13 years, JoAnn French; his children, Lyn Briel (Danny), Fred French (Karen), Peg Cage (Dan), Sue French and John French (Barb); JoAnn's children; Michael Grisdale (Sandy), Mark Grisdale (fiance-Cassandra), David Grisdale (Valerie) and Andrew Grisdale.
Bob also leaves behind many loved grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life will be planned in the future.
Arrangements entrusted to Forest Lawn Funeral Home, Ocala, Florida.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ForestLawnOcala.com for the French family.
