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Robert V. Contreras

Contreras Maria Robert RESIZED

Robert V. Contreras, 89, of Fremont, OH passed away peacefully on Thursday afternoon, December 10, 2020.  Robert was born on May 18, 1931 in San Marcos, TX to the late Regino and Cresenciana Contreras.   Robert proudly served his country in the Korean War, where he received four medals of honor.  Robert was a diesel mechanic at Streaker Tractor Sales, Inc., where he started and ended his career.  In his spare time, Robert loved to stay fit and active.  He loved to exercise and even participated in the Camel Back marathon.  He was a handy man and was often working on cars.  He loved home cooked meals and had a big sweet tooth!  He loved spending time with his wife and family.  Those special moments together are what his family will look back on and cherish.

Robert is survived by his children, children, Ida (Saul) Salinas, Daniel (Michele) Contreras, Lydia (Dave) Flores, all of Fremont, OH; siblings, Gustavo (Maria) Contreras, Irma Contreras both of Fremont, OH, Roman Contreras of Michigan and Alicia Contreras of Washington; grandchildren, Eduardo Garcia Jr., Robert B. Contreras (Beckie), Felipe Flores, Amanda Salinas Sanchez (Adan), Alyssa Contreras, Teresa Salinas, Jennifer Flores, Brisa Salinas, Tesla Toth, James Toth, Nick Toth, and his great grandchildren; Callista Garcia, Estella Rose Contreras, Jose Contreras, Alina Contreras, Sofia Contreras, Emma Bennett, Xander Bennett, Aurora Barnard, Colt Flores, Hadley Nagy, and Barrett Nagy.

Robert’s family would like to recognize two very special aides, Shadae Sims and Sherry Sewell for their tremendous love and care of both Robert and Maria.

Robert is preceded in death by his wife of sixty-two years, Maria J. Contreras; brothers, Jacinto and Albert Contreras; sister, Minerva Garcia and daughter-in-law, Rosa Estella Contreras.

Services will be held private for the family.

Burial will take place at Greenlawn Memory Gardens, Clyde, OH

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  1. Noe & imelda salinas

    December 11, 2020 at 12:00 am

    Our condolences to all d family we love u all we praying for u all

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  2. Raquel

    December 11, 2020 at 12:58 am

    My heart breaks for you as you suffer this loss of your mother and your father. They are together again only separated for a few days God Bless you all

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  3. David Castillo Gurrola

    December 11, 2020 at 1:29 am

    Familia Contreras, siento mucho la partida de mi tío Roberto Contreras, a través de mis tíos mayores eh es escuchado anécdotas de el y mi tío Gustavo a quienes admiro mucho.
    Leyendo su obituario confirmó lo que ya había escuchado de él que fue un gran hombre.
    Descance en paz, mis condolencias desde México.

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  4. Anita Gonzalez Cooley

    December 11, 2020 at 2:21 am

    Ida, Lydia, Dan & all the family..
    You have my deepest sympathies in this sorrowful time. They will be truly missed. Xoxo

    Reply
  5. Nelda

    December 11, 2020 at 3:14 pm

    I’m so sorry for your loss. He was such an amazing, awesome man. My prayers are with your families.

    Nelda Peña

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    • Chris clark

      December 15, 2020 at 2:28 am

      Ida, Lydia, Dan n all family
      I’m so very sorry to hear of your loss of your mom n dad ….Prayers for all of you !!

      Chris Chidester Clark

      Reply
  6. Nelda Peña

    December 11, 2020 at 3:16 pm

    I’m so sorry for your loss. He was such an amazing, awesome man. My prayers are with your families.

    Nelda Peña

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  7. Louis Guardiola Jr.

    December 11, 2020 at 3:33 pm

    My sincere condolences on the passing of your father. May he Rest In Peace.
    Louis Guardiola Jr.

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  8. Elizabeth Garcia

    December 11, 2020 at 10:08 pm

    Our sincere condolence to the family.He was a wonderful person.

    Reply
  9. Kay Mooney Cox

    December 11, 2020 at 10:13 pm

    I am so sorry to hear of your loss of both your parents. I think your family has been so lovingly supportive of them through their failing health. I wish you peace and comfort through your sorrow.

    Reply
  10. Katie Farley

    December 13, 2020 at 12:16 am

    Ida,Saul and girls,
    Deepest sympathy to you all during this time. You are in my thoughts and prayers for comfort.
    Sincerely,
    Katie

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  11. Alicia Brown and Family

    December 13, 2020 at 2:04 am

    Ida, Dan and Lydia; So Sorry to hear about the loss of your mom and dad. Sweetest couple ever.

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  12. Joe and Judy Halbeisen

    December 14, 2020 at 1:37 pm

    So very sorry for the loss of both of your parents.
    Remembering all the family times together will give you comfort. Sincerely, Joe and Judy Halbeisen

    Reply

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