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Robert Palmer

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Robert Palmer obituary, 1936-2026

Robert Palmer Obituary

Robert B. Palmer

Jan 16, 1936 - Mar 2, 2026

Huron

Robert B. Palmer, 90, residing in Huron, passed away Monday morning, March 2, 2026, at Firelands Regional Medical Center after a brief illness.

Robert was born January 16, 1936, in Bellevue, to the late Floyd and Mollie (Hiskey) Palmer.

Robert attended both The Ohio State University and Colorado State University, where he played football. He retired in 1996 from General Motors after years of dedicated service. Prior to that, he worked at Glidden Paints as a supervisor. Robert was a faithful member of Zion Lutheran Church in Huron and Huron Eagles Club. He enjoyed watching sports, especially the Ohio State Buckeye football games, shopping, dining out, boating, fishing, and vacationing in Las Vegas. Above all, he cherished the time he spent with his family and friends.

Robert is survived by his daughters, Debbie (Steve) Kelly and Karen (Thomas) Baltzell; son, Scott Palmer; grandchildren, Courtney Kelly and Brandon Kelly; and other relatives.

In addition to his parents, Robert is preceded in death by his wife, Beverly (Hart) Palmer; brother, Edward Palmer; and sister, Maryann Palmer.

Private family services will be conducted at a later date. The family has entrusted Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory with arrangements.

Those wishing to contribute to Robert's memory may do so to Stein Hospice Services, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870.

Condolences may be shared online at www.grofffuneralhomes.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Sandusky Register on Mar. 4, 2026.

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