Robert “Bob”
J.
Askins
Obituary
Robert J. “Bob” Askins, 82, of Fort Wayne, passed away Thursday, March 2, 2023 at Parkview Randallia Hospital. He was born on January 11, 1941 to the late Bernard and Nora (Velte) Askins in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In 1961, Bob married Barbara Stoeckley, the love of his life. They celebrated 61 wonderful years. Mr. Askins was the Vice President and General Manager of Metallurgical Processing. He was a member of Saint Charles Borromeo in Fort Wayne, was a lifetime member of the Elks, Past Chairman for Local 177 – American Society of Metals, Past President of Windswept Association, a member of Coyote Creek Golf Club, and Past Chairman of the Metal Treating Institute. Bob enjoyed taking care of the yard, was an avid golfer, loved his grandchildren, and dearly loved to spend time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; children, Beth (Christopher) Shamo, Kim (Kenny) Bergle, Mark (Wendy) Askins, Thomas (Brenda) Askins, and Brian (Rachel) Askins; siblings, Mary (Larry) Shepherd and Sheila Schussler; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Bob was also preceded in death by brothers, Michael and Terrance; and a brother-in-law, Robert Schussler. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, March 10, 2023 at 10:30 am at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 4616 Trier Road, Fort Wayne. Calling will be Thursday, March 9, 2023 at Divine Mercy Funeral Home, 3500 Lake Avenue, Fort Wayne from 4 pm to 7 pm with a rosary at 3:30 pm. Calling will also be one hour before the service at the church. Memorials may be directed to St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church.
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Our sincerest condolences. You are all in our thoughts.
To Barb and the rest of the Askins Family please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of Bob. I was fortunate to partner with him in many golf events at Coyote Creek and we won on multiple occasions. He was a fierce competitor, had a terrific smile and was a wonderful story teller. Bob always had a kind word or a subtle quip when approached on any subject. A great man has passed – I wish I could have one more round of golf with him! Rest in peace my friend. Gary Peisert
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So sorry for your loss.
So sad to hear about the passing of my cousin Bob Askins. I had not seen him in years. But I remember Bob as having a great sense of humor, lots of fun, a caring and very likable man. We reconnected on FB thru his dear wife, Barbara. I had hopes of getting together with them in person but it never came to be. Rest in the peace of the Lord, dear cousin.
Fondly,
Mar-Ce Askins Bennett (Tarpon Springs, Florida)
A fathers guiding hand always sits on the shoulder of his children. May your Dads memory always be your guiding light. Please accept our warmest condolences. We are truly sorry for your loss.
My late husband, Mike shared many rounds of golf with Bob. He had a great sense of humor, was so proud of his family and always had a smile on his face! My deepest condolences to Barb and the entire family.