Robert R. Ferrell, 60, of Centerville, entered new life Jan. 25, 2008 at his home.

He was born in Gary, Ind., on Aug. 30, 1947 to Forest and Wanda (Butler) Ferrell.

Bob attended Des Moines Technical High School graduating in 1965. This was followed by one year of Electronic Technical Training at a Des Moines college. Bob was em­ployed in the electronic technical field most of his career.

Bob was united in marriage to Sharon Pietsch on May 5, 1973. To this union, two children were born, Jason Ferrell of Centerville and Sara Clark of Ottumwa. Bob loved his family and was a good husband and provider. He was a great father and grandfather. He had many special times with his family He made many special memories for them to carry in their hearts forever. He enjoyed Corvettes, fishing, watching bald eagles, nature photography, Lake Rathbun and Honey Creek State Park. Bob was a help to many through his life and will be greatly missed by his loving family. May he find peace in the hands of the loving heavenly Father.

Bob is survived by his wife, Sharon, of Centerville; son, Jason Ferrell of Center­ville; daughter, Sara Clark (Aaron) of Ottumwa; and a special grandson, Dylan Clark of Ottumwa. He is preceded in death by his parents; an infant brother, James; his grandparents; and several uncles.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 30, at the First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Centerville with Pastor Kathy Franzenburg officiating. Interment will be in Haines Cemetary.

Memorials may be given to the National Wildlife Federation, the Cancer Society or the National Alliance of the Mentally Ill which may be left at or mailed to the Thomas Funeral Home 23548 Hwy 5 Centerville, Iowa 52544.