Robert "Bob" A. Rohdenburg

Bob was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, where his lifelong love for Ohio State football began. Saturdays in the fall meant Buckeye football. His pride in his country ran just as deep. Bob served in the United States Navy for 4 years, 3 months, and 15 days, something he carried with honor throughout his life.

Bob met the love of his life, Connie, and together they shared 58 beautiful years of marriage. Their story began by chance...Connie loved to dance, and Bob happened to be playing pool. They caught each other’s eye, started talking, and the rest was history. From that moment on, they built a life full of love, laughter, and countless memories. Bob was a true gentleman—kind, polite, steady, and devoted to the people he loved most, his family.

After retiring from Cincinnati Milacron in 1999, where he worked for 34 years, he enjoyed 27 wonderful years of retirement. Bob and Connie loved spending time together wherever life took them. Trips with friends from Cincinnati, Ron and Georgia, to Sanibel Island, various cruises, Las Vegas, Grand Canyon, and beyond, were a highlight of Bob's life.

They shared many trips to the casino..whether it was Two Kings, Cherokee, or their favorite getaway in Biloxi, Mississippi. Bob always had a plan when it came to gambling but once he played his hand, he was satisfied. It was never about chasing luck, it was about the fun of being there together.

Once a month, Bob looked forward to breakfast with his friends, sharing conversation and fellowship with those closest to him.

Family was the center of Bob’s world. To those closest to him, he was simply “Dad” or “Papa.” He coached every sport his sons were in. When he was promoted to “Papa,” he happily traded the coach’s role for the proud spot on the sidelines. He never missed a game, match, or meet, and he especially loved cheering on his grandchildren, even through countless gymnastics meets. Being present for his family meant everything to him.

Bob appreciated life’s simple routines and quiet joys. His mornings often began with two cups of coffee, always from his orange mug, while he checked the stock market and caught up on Fox News. He and Connie loved to travel, and Bob was almost always the one behind the wheel. Whether it was a drive across town, a trip to the casino, or a family beach vacation, most recently to Ormond Beach, Florida with his grandchildren.

Some of Bob’s favorite moments were sunrise walks along the beach. Those quiet mornings meant a lot to him, and now every sunrise will carry a special reminder of him for the family who loved him so dearly.

Bob had a special way of noticing the small things in life. He enjoyed collecting coins, especially the quarters from each state that filled his well-loved coin book. He delighted in noticing the years and details on each one. His grandchildren, whom he affectionately called “Pal,” “Wagon,” and “Sweetface” would sometimes toss pennies on the ground just so Papa could discover them.

One of his grandkids, Reese, his “Pal,” once gave him a simple rock. Bob carried that rock in his pocket every single day for the next 20 years, a small but meaningful reminder of the love he held for his family.

On a sunny day, you could often find Bob playing golf. He didn’t need a fancy course, he was perfectly happy hitting balls into the woods, especially when his grandkids joined in and did the same. He also loved walking through the woods along the paths he had cleared himself, enjoying the quiet and remembering his beloved dogs, Nicky and Sadie.

Bob will be remembered for his steady presence, his gentle kindness, and the way he made the people around him feel loved and cared for. He was a devoted husband, a proud Dad, a wonderful Papa, and a truly one-of-a-kind man.

His family and friends will miss him deeply, but they will carry his stories, his traditions, and his love with them always.

Left to cherish Bob's memory is his loving wife Connie of 58 years, sons Rob and Randy, his four grandchildren Amber (Austin), Reese, Raegan, and Addy, his three great-grandchildren London, Creed, and Ramsie. He is also survived by his brother Dick (Gabby), and two nieces Robin (Tom) and Dinny. He is also survived by his nephew Curtis (Christine), other numerous nieces and nephews, and a brother-in-law Rocky.

Bob is predeceased by his parents Erich and Regina Rohdenburg, as well as his siblings Erich and Roxanne.

No services are planned at this time, but the family would like to remind you to spend time with those you love and enjoy the simple things in life like Bob did.

Special Words From The Family:

"To my loving husband of 58 years, you were the greatest gift of my life. Thank you for a lifetime of love and every moment we shared together. I will miss you every day and I will carry you in my heart forever. I Love You." - Connie

"He was a great Dad and my bestest friend." - Rob

"Thank you for being our rock and the best role model anyone could ask for." - Randy

"Papa was the best grandfather we could've asked for! He always made us feel loved and supported and he filled our lives with laughter and memories we will cherish forever. We are grateful for every moment we had with Papa.. playing golf, car trips, sunrise beach walks and much more. We love you so much Papa!" -Pal, Wagon, Sweetface