Robert C. DeBell's Obituary
Robert C. DeBell, 89, Leesburg, FL went to be with the Lord on January 30, 2014 at Leesburg Regional Medical Center under the loving care of his family. Mr. DeBell was born on January 29, 1925 in Shadesville, Ohio to his parents Clarence and Bessie DeBell. He was a former Insurance Salesman for Inter-Ocean Insurance Co. in Columbus, OH. Mr. DeBell was a veteran of World War II serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. He and his wife moved to Leesburg 24 years ago from Columbus, Ohio and he was of the Christian faith. He loved his family and enjoyed working with his hands especially wood working and creating clocks, jewelry boxes, shelves and a beautiful home for his family. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years: Dorothy DeBell of Leesburg, FL; two daughters: Carol (James) Wilson of Baltimore, OH and Debbie (George) Gross of San Diego, CA; five grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; two great great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Page – Theus Funeral Home and Cremation Services has been entrusted with all arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.pagetheusfuneralhome.com.
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