Robert “Bob” L. Jolliff, 77, Upland, formerly of Marion, went to be with The Lord at 2:16 pm on Monday, April 4, 2022, at University Nursing Center in Upland. He was born in Marion on May 17, 1944, to Willard and Pauline (Walker) Jolliff. On May 20, 1972, he married Sylvia J. King, and she survives.
Bob graduated from Marion High School in 1962. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and was stationed in Germany. He achieved the rank of Specialist 4 and was honorably discharged. Following his military service, Bob worked in the engineering department at the VA Northern Indiana Health Care System for several years until his retirement.
Bob was a member of Lakeview Wesleyan Church, the Good Sam’s Camping Club, the Christian Motorcycle Association, and the Gold Wing Road Riders Association. In his youth, Bob was active in the Boy Scouts, and as a father he served as a Boy Scout leader for his sons. In his free time, Bob enjoyed woodworking, going on motorcycle rides with his wife and sons, camping, and traveling. He was able to visit 9 countries in Europe over the course of his life. Bob was a patient, loyal and strong Christian man who will be missed dearly.
In addition to his loving wife, Sylvia J. Jolliff, Bob is survived by his sons, Shawn (Erin Michael Jolliff) Jolliff of Kokomo and Scott (Judy) Jolliff of Gas City; granddaughters, Alexis Jolliff, Adriana Jolliff, and Kerrington Michael Jolliff; grandsons, Ashton Jolliff and Kingston Michael Jolliff; great-granddaughter, Emberleigh Ribble; and several nieces, nephews, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Willard L. Jolliff; mother, Pauline Jolliff; granddaughter, Gracy Michael Jolliff; brother, James Jolliff; sister, Rita Losure and nephew, Brian Ferguson.
The family will receive visitors from 1 pm to 5 pm on Sunday, April 10, 2022 at Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral Service, Storey Chapel, 400 E. Main St. in Gas City, IN 46933.
A funeral Service to celebrate Bob’s life will be held at 1 pm on Monday, April 11, 2022 at the funeral home. Pastor Jim Sonnefield will be officiating with burial following at Grant Memorial Park in Marion, IN.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Memories may be shared online at www.nswcares.com.