Robert E. “Bear” Leist Jr., 63 years of age, died Wednesday December 21st, 2011 at his home in Greenville surrounded by his family. Bob was born October 15th, 1948 in New Albany to the late Robert Leist Sr. and Betty Combs Leist. He formerly was the proprietor of New Moon Antiques in New Albany and was a retired employee of Fire King. Bear was a member of the Rosewood Motorcycle Club and along with his wife Sharon traveled extensively visiting much of the country and Hawaii on many trips together.
Survivors include:
Wife of 30 years: Sharon A. Russell
Three Sisters: Patty Schnell
Cindy Whorley
Sherri Tomblin
Visiting reception will be from 1:00 pm ~ 6:00 pm Wednesday December 28th, at Kraft Funeral Service, 708 E. Spring Street, New Albany, Indiana. His Memorial Service will be 6:00 pm Wednesday Evening in the Kraft Spring Street Chapel with a reception to follow. Online condolences may be made at www.kraftfuneralservice.net.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to: Caring Bridge.org, Hosparus/Hospice of Southern Indiana, or the A.S.P.C.A. in memory of Robert Leist.
