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EAST PALESTINE -- Donald "Don" Henry Robb, 87, of East Palestine, passed away Sunday, April 28, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born March 7, 1937, in New Waterford, Ohio, a son of the late Edward Robb and Nell Henry Vaughn.
Don was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in New Waterford and had worked as a heavy machine mechanic for Ohio Machinery for 34 years before retiring in 2000. He was a "Jack Of All Trades" and could fix anything. He will best be remembered as a man who was devoted to his family. He never missed his children's or grandchildren's sporting events and cherished the time he was able to spend with his family.
Don is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Sandra Minamyer Robb, whom he married Jan. 25, 1964; two sons, David (Marie) Robb of New Waterford and Brad (Robin) Robb of East Palestine; a daughter-in-law, Carol Robb of East Palestine; sister, Jean (Jack) Falk of East Palestine; six grandchildren, Adam (Brittany) Robb, Alex Robb, Avery Robb, Caitlyn Robb, Jaxson Robb and Tanner Robb. Also surviving is a great-grandson, Cameron Robb.
Don was preceded in death by a son, Donald Edward Robb; a brother, Jim Robb; and a sister, Ruth Grossen.
The family will receive friends Friday, May 3, 2024, from noon to 1 p.m. at the Van Dyke-Swaney-Rettig Funeral Home, East Palestine.
Services will be held Friday at 1 p.m. at the funeral home, with Pastor Kari Lankford officiating.
Burial will take place at East Carmel Cemetery in Rogers.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Van Dyke-Swaney-Rettig Funeral Home, East Palestine.
Family and friends may view this obituary and send condolences at www.familycareservices.com.
4/30/24