Robert K. Wortman Obituary (1934 - 2014)

Robert "Bob" Kneale Wortman was born on June 3, 1934 in Kingsley, MI to Albert W. and Lena A. (Pierce) Wortman. Robert graduated from Kingsley High School and went on to x-ray school at Blodgett Hospital where he learned to be an x-ray technician. He served 2 years in the US Army and some time in the reserves. Bob worked as an x-ray tech for Hackley Hospital, and he then went on to sales for Ilford. Later, Bob and his friend Art Riley formed the company Grand X-Ray in Grand Rapids,MI where Bob became the Vice President heading the sales department. In 1977 Bob Married Connie Meinhardi and they had 37 wonderful years together. He loved Big Game Hunting, Golfing, and Woodworking. Bob was a member of the Safari International, Muskegon Elk's Lodge # 274, and for many years was a member of the Muskegon Country Club. Upon retiring, Bob spent time at the Muskegon Elk's Park in his 5th Wheel and his condo in Muskegon, MI. He and Connie enjoyed their winters in the retirement community of SaddleBrooke in Tucson, AZ. Bob will be greatly missed by his wife Connie, his children Barbara (Steve) Vetter and Mark (Yolanda)Wortman; his grandchildren Nicholas, Malcolm, Alexis and Skyler Wortman; his step-son Michael Andrew Smith; his Sister-In-Law Marilyn Meinhardi and Brother-In-Law John (Amy) Meinhardi. A Celebration of Life was held August 28, 2014 at 11:00 am at Lakeside Methodist Church, 2160 Crozier Avenuet, Muskegon, Michigan 49441. Bob had a wonderful Celebration of Life service in Michigan. Rather than have another memorial service I would like to invite you to join me on Sunday November 2, 2014 at 10:00 am at the Mountain Shadows Presbyterian Church for the All Saints Day service, in remembrance of all those who have passed. I would also like to invite family and friends to join me at the Wortman home, after the service, from 3-5pm to gather in friendship and remembrance of Bob. I thank you for the many cards, gifts, thoughts and prayers. With the Lord taking my hand each day and leading the way I have been so blessed.