Robert D. “Bob” Ames, 56, of Ft. Myers, FL, formerly of Peoria, passed away on Saturday, December 18, 2010, at Lee County Memorial Hospital in Ft. Myers.
He was born in Peoria on February 2, 1954, a son of Robert E. and Mildred L. (Schmeilski) Ames. His father and sister, Karen Thorne, preceded him in death.
Bob is survived by his mother, Mildred L. Ames, of Peoria; niece, Holly Thorne of Peoria; and great nephew, Jayden Thorne Phillips of Peoria.
He graduated from Peoria High School’s class of 1972. After graduation, he worked in construction for several years. Twenty years ago, he moved to Ft. Myers and acquired his contractor’s license and has been a building construction contractor in Ft. Myers since.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, December 29, 2010, at Clary Funeral Home, 428 West McClure Avenue, in Peoria, with Pastor John Bagley officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Interment will be in Lutheran Cemetery in Peoria.
Memorial contributions may be made in Bob’s memory to Shriners Hospitals for Children.
| Lynn Richie Cline |
My prayers are with you |
January 4, 2011 |
Mildred,
I cannot tell you how very sorry I was to learn of Bobby and Karen both being gone. My heart breaks for you and my thoughts and prayers will always be with you. I have the BEST memories of all of you and family dinners at your house with fried chicken and corn fritters made by your mom. I would love to know where you are as my Mom tried finding you a few years back. Love, Lynn!
| Helen Cox |
Millie |
December 29, 2010 |
I am very sorry to hear of Bob's death. My sympathy to you.
| Robert Ames |
Robert Ames |
December 28, 2010 |
Millie and Holly,
So sorry to hear about Bobby passing. John and I wanted to come to funeral but we found out too late. We are keeping both of you in our prayers.
Katy Mc Cann and John Monckton
