Bob Michael Eastlick

Obituary for
Bob Michael Eastlick

Dateline: Albia Robert Michael "Bob" Eastlick, age 77, of Albia, died on Thursday, October 9, 2014 at the Monroe County Hospital, under the care of Monroe County Hospice. He was born on September 12, 1937 in Monroe County to Samuel Sylvester and Agnes Grace "Hornick" Eastick. He married Mildred Ann Hoover on June 11, 1960 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Georgetown, IA. They were married for 53 years before her passing on Febuary 6, 2013. They were blessed with two children, Ann and Pat. Bob worked at the Albia Newspaper for several years and then Hy-Vee headquarters in Chariton. His later years were spent as manager of Zip Print in Albia. Bob was a printer and also worked as a dark room technician during his career. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus 3rd and 4th degree. In his younger years, he was a very active member of the Knights of Columbus. He helped develop the squires group. He served as Grand Knight, District Deputy of the 3rd degree. He was a faithful navigator of the 4th degree, and past financial secretary of the Knights of Columbus. He was a member of the American Legion and the VFW. He served during the time of the Korean Conflict for the United States Army. Bob enjoyed fishing, hunting, and the outdoors. He especially enjoyed when he lived in Phoenix, AZ from 2002-2006. He loved his grandchildren, and enjoyed spending time with them. He loved Polka music and RFD TV. He is survived by his daughter, Ann Marie O'Brien of Albia, Pat (Marsha) Eastlick of Albia, six grandchildren, Dacia (Craig) Gutcher of Albia, Alex (Hana) O'Brien of Marlton, New Jersey, Aaron (Stephanie) O'Brien of Sioux City, IA, Benjamin, Jonathan, and Hannah Eastlick of Albia, six great grandchildren, Alexis and Addison Gutcher, Jacob Dill, Krissah O'Brien, Cooper and Millicent O'Brien. He is also survived by one brother, Richard Eastlick of Albia and many nieces and nephews He is preceded in death by his parents, beloved wife, Millie, and siblings, Dorla Wasko, and Bill Eastlick. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am on Saturday, October 11, 2014 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Albia with Father Michael E. Volkmer C.PP.S. officiating. Burial with military rites conducted by the American Legion of Albia, Lovilia, and Melrose will follow services in St. Mary's Cemetery. Visitation will open to the public at 2:00 pm on Friday, October 10, 2014 at the Sinnott Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Albia with family being present from 6-8 pm Friday evening at the Funeral Home. A rosary will be led by Knights of Columbus St. Mary's Council 4167 at 6:00 pm, followed by a 4th Degree Service and a Christian Wake Service Friday evening. Memorials directed to the St. Mary's Cemetery or Monroe County Hospice. Online condolences may be left at sinnottfuneralhome.com..