Robert Wesley Legato

Robert Wesley Legato, age 87 of White Lake, Michigan passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Bob is survived by his children Kim (Linda) Legato, Jayne (Donald) Barnes, Terri (John) Crum, Dean (Judy) Legato, Beth Ann (Calvin) Crum, Paul (Jennifer) Legato, Nancy (Orville) Rigsby, Tracie (John) Bailey, Sueann (Mike) Marx, 20 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren, siblings Arthur (Donna) Legato, Francine (George) Becker and Girard (Sharon) Legato, his partner of 20 years, Barbara Workman. Bob was preceded in death by his wife Roberta Ann Schlereth Legato of 46 years and his son Dennis (Jamie) Legato. Bob was a faithful member of Church of Holy Spirit and the Knights of Columbus Council 8500. He retired as an engineer from Ford Motor Company after 25 years of service. Bob had a passion for music. He played the saxophone, clarinet and accordion. He sang in the Big Chief Choir. Bob was a member of the Huron Valley Optimist club and volunteered for many events throughout the area. In his youth Bob worked for a bakery and continued baking throughout his life. He even baked and decorated several of his children’s wedding cakes. Bob enjoyed staying active, skiing, playing racquetball and working around his farm. He always had a story to tell and will be missed by his family and many friends.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 am on Monday, March 18, 2019 at Church of the Holy Spirit, 3700 N. Harvey Lake Rd., Highland, MI 48356. Rev. Fr. Wayne Ureel will officiate. Bob will lie in state at the church on Monday from 9:00 am until the time of service. Visitation will be from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm (Rosary at 3:00 pm under the auspice of the Knights of Columbus) on Sunday, March 17, 2019 at the Highland Chapel of the Elton Black and Son Funeral Home, 3295 East Highland Rd., Highland, Michigan 48356. Interment will be in Highland Twp. Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Angela Hospice.