Charles Robert Lovan (Bob) unexpectedly went to be with the Lord on September 27, 2020. Bob was born May 4, 1949 in Georgetown, KY to parents Boyce and Libbie Lovan. He grew up in a large loving family with two brothers and three sisters.
Bob and Elizabeth were sweethearts since the age of 12 and were married on June 1, 1968. He joined the United States Air Force in May of 1969 and proudly served his country for 20 years, retiring in 1989. Later he joined Wuesthoff Hospital and worked for 22 years and then retired to enjoy his family. Bob was a committed and loving husband, father and grandfather. His daughters and son in law were added bonuses to his family.
His favorite past times were watching his grandchildren participate in their hobbies such as theater, sports or playing in the back yard together. Some of Bob’s favorite memories with family were traveling to places like the beach at Wild Dunes, Pittsburg, Mark Twain Lake and spending the day to day events with his children, like breakfast, golf cart rides, shopping and holidays. Special family phone calls were the highlight of his days, above all else Bob loved spending time with family. He always took time to help his family no matter what they were doing or what they needed, to include babysitting, moving or just everyday projects. Bob was always there to share his knowledge with his family, if they understood it or not, they would still hear it…. he will be remembered for his large personality, his intellect, antics and sense of humor.
Bob is survived by his wife, Elizabeth and three children, Kirk (Michelle) Lovan of Charlotte North Carolina, Jake (Karen) Lovan of Orlando and Molly (Aubrey) Barrett of Rockledge. Grandchildren, Justin, Katelyn, P.J., Kala (Chad), Zander and Ryder. Bob’s siblings include Bill, Debbie, Mary and Brenda. He is preceded in death by three children, Charles Robert Jr, Charl Rene and Luke Michael and his parents, Libbie and Boyce Lovan and brother, Mike Lovan.
The services will be held at First Baptist Church of Rockledge, 1810 Cedar Street Rockledge, FL 32955 on Saturday October 3, 2020. The viewing will begin at 1 pm and the formal service to begin at 2 pm.
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