Robert Eugene Hildebrand

Robert Eugene Hildebrand, age 89, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, July 6, 2021. He was born March 16, 1932, in Berrien Springs, Michigan the son of Adolph and Alma (Fiege) Hildebrand. He graduated from Berrien Springs High School with the Class of 1950. Bob faithfully served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. Upon returning home from his military service, Bob attended Michigan State College where he studied agriculture and horticulture. On November 10, 1956, he married Kay F. Kebler in Lansing. Bob worked the majority of his life as a farmer and carpenter. He found fulfillment in life passing along his vast knowledge to others. Bob worked for the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home as a Funeral Director’s Assistant for 25 years. He was a patient and kind man who always looked for the best in others. He was a devoted Christian and enjoyed spending time studying the Bible. Bob was an active member of First Lutheran Church where he served as Elder and sang in the choir. He was an extremely hard-working man and was always busy working on the farm or helping others. Bob is survived by his long-time partner, Shirley Lea; his children: Garth (Ahmed Alehremi) Hildebrand of Stone Mountain, Georgia, Sarah (Gary) Kanan of Little Mountain, South Carolina, Amy (Bill) Maas of Olivet; grandchildren: Mindy (Wesley) Bagley, Megan (Sam) Jordan, Brooke Lahr, Amanda (Mark) Wallis; and great granddaughter, Myah Robert Wallis. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Kay; and seven siblings. Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 9, 2021, at 2 P.M. at First Lutheran Church with Pastor Mark Gawura officiating. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 2 P.M. to 4 P.M. and from 6 P.M. to 8 P.M. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will follow at West Carmel Cemetery with military honors provided by American Legion Post 45 Hastings. Those desiring, may make contributions in Bob’s honor to First Lutheran Church 550 E. Shepherd St., Charlotte, MI 48813 or to the Lutheran Hour Ministries.