Robert J. Krites

Robert Joe Krites, 74, of Lima, Ohio, passed peacefully with family and friends by his side at 3:15 pm on Saturday, February 15th at Kindred Hospital following an extended illness. Robert was born on June 8th, 1950, in Lima, Ohio to parents Harold E. and Margaret J. (Roby) Krites, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife Cindie (Nuttle) Krites, his three children, Nicole Lynn (Chris) Boyed of Lima, Ohio, Commander Phillip Robert (Ashley) Krites of St Augustine, Florida and Amber Jo (Alberto) Fuentes of Knoxville, Tennessee as well as his grandchildren Michael Boyed, Kaylynn (Logan) Wicker, Heather Boyed, Kennedy & Cristian Fuentes and Graham and Grayson Krites. Robert graduated from Wapakoneta High School in 1968 and went on to serve in the Army for six years while obtaining an Associates Degree from Southern Ohio College. Robert then served the City of Lima as a Police Officer before becoming a Process Operator and Head Pumper at the Lima Refinery until his retirement in 2012. An avid Eagle Scout in his younger years, Robert was extremely involved in local youth programs and his childrens’ sports community. At Allen East schools he enjoyed coaching youth & girls softball and peewee football. He served as President of the Lafayette Summer Athletic Association and Allen East Mom and Dads’ Club. He was active as a local high school and college baseball umpire and volunteered for many years with the Bath Fire and Rescue Department. Robert was a member of the Lima Eagles and a former member of the Lima Umpire Assn, National Assn of Officials, the Fraternal Order of the Police and Bath Fire Assn. Robert was a devoted father and friend who could always be counted on in a time of need. His selfless actions over the years have touched many lives and we are very proud of the man we were blessed to call Husband, Father, Family and Friend. A Celebration of Roberts’ life will be held on Thursday, February 20th, 2025, from 3-7:00 pm at The Fraternal Order of the Eagles Lodge, 25 E. Auglaize St, Wapakoneta. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be directed to the Shadow Cat Sanctuary, an endeavor close to Roberts’ heart, in care of Eley Funeral Homes (Wapakoneta). Condolences may be expressed at www.eleyfuneralhomeandcrematory.com

Robert J. Krites

June 8, 1950 - February 15, 2025