Robert "Bob" Erber Jr., age 89, a man of deep faith, went to be with his heavenly Father on May 21, 2021. He was born June 16, 1931, in Chicago, to Robert and Frieda (Rauch) Erber. After teaching school in Oak Lawn, Illinois for 4 years, Bob was then employed by Gerber Products Company for 31 years retiring in 1990 as Vice-President of Marketing. He loved the high quality people, products, and principles of Gerber. Bob served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War and later graduated from Northern Illinois University and attended graduate school at Northwestern University in Chicago. In February, 1956, Bob married a fellow teacher, Charlene Jenkins, who preceded him in death in 1991, after 35 years together. In October, 1995, Bob married Bonnie Krim (Rawding). The values in Bob's life were reflected in his commitment to his family, Church, community, and deep affection for his multitude of life-long friends. Family was paramount with family gatherings and visits to his lakeside homes in Fremont and Naples, Florida, during the winter seasons. Bob was a longtime member of the Fremont Rotary Club, an avid tennis player, and loved playing piano or keyboard accompaniment at his home Church, First Congregational. Bob was a supporter of several local Christian service organizations which included Newaygo County Chaplaincy Service, The Friendship Bible Study Program, the ARC, and enjoyed years of annual service mission trips with Bonnie for SERRV International and VOSH (Voluntary Optometric Service to Humanity). Bob enjoyed years of project volunteering for Ave Maria University in Naples, and his Church, and various civic organizations in Fremont. Bob sang in his church choir and frequently played piano accompaniment for a gospel singing ensemble. Over the years, Bob served and often chaired the various governing boards of his Church having served as Moderator in 1974. Bob loved to celebrate life and share the joys and victories of his family and dear friends. His life was abundantly blessed and he remained grateful throughout his earthly journey. Bob is survived by Bonnie, his loving wife and partner for 26 years. Other immediate family survivors include his son, Charles (Candace) of Fremont; granddaughter, Kathryn of Fremont; and cousin, Les (Ann) Pruess of Glenview, Illinois. He was preceded by his brother and sister-in-law, Sig (Claire) Erber. Bob loved his extended family and enjoyed their times together. Other immediate survivors include daughter, Theresa Potter of Grand Rapids and her 2 children, Lesley Bergquist and Alex Bergquist; son, John (Kristin) Krim of Fremont and their 4 children Tyler, Dylan, Karly, Riley; daughter, Colleen Conant of Fremont and her 3 sons, DJ, Steven (Su Hui), Joey; son, Michael (Eileen) Krim and their son, Michael; daughter, Shannon (Tom) Stavischeck of Lansing and their 2 sons, Thomas, Drew; daughter, Courtney (Dale) Lensky of Fremont and their children Alec Beattie, Hailey Lensky; and 3 great-grandchildren. A mingle with memories gathering will be held on Saturday, August 21, 2021, from noon to 3 PM at Lakes 23. All are welcome to come and share memories. A Celebration of Life for Bob was held at 11AM, on Friday, May 28, 2021, at the First Congregational Church in Fremont with Pastor Les Van Dyke officiating. Interment was in Maple Grove Cemetery. For a more lasting memorial friends are asked to consider the Fremont Area Community Foundation for the Erber Family Scholarship Fund. Friends may share memories and condolences online with the Erber family at www.crandellfh.com. Arrangements by Crandell Funeral Homes – Fremont Chapel 231-924-0800 To plant Memorial Trees in memory of Robert "Bob" Erber Jr., please click here to visit our Sympathy Store. Visitation First Congregational Church Friday, May 28, 2021 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM 714 Hillcrest Ave Fremont, MI 49412 Celebration Of Life First Congregational Church Friday, May 28, 2021 11:00 AM 714 Hillcrest Ave Fremont, MI 49412 Reception Lakes 23 Saturday, August 21, 2021 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM 1100 N. Ramshorn Drive Fremont, MI 49412