This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: MCCROSKY, KIGER, FARLEY, GAZA Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22753/mb.ashx Message Board Post: McCROSKY, Robert F. "Bob" Of Kalamazoo Died Monday, April 28, 2008 at his home in Kalamazoo. Bob was born March 2, 1949 in Leavenworth, Kansas to the late Jewel Alva and Mildred (Kiger) McCrosky. On December 11, 1971 Bob married his lovely wife Sheila Kathleen Farley, who survives him. Bob's hobbies and interests were as wide-ranged as they were numerous. A talented writer, he created McCrosky Marketing Communications in 1991. Bob and Sheila ran the business together; it continues to thrive. Starting with the piano at the age of five, Bob was an active musician throughout his life; he played in a number of Rock and R&B bands almost continuously since 1964. He was an avid street rod racer, college-baseball first baseman, cook, and stargazer. Yet, above all, Bob was a truly great family man. He was a tireless enthusiast and supporter of his daughter's theatrical pursuits. To his son, he was the world's greatest golf and fishing partner. The best of friends, Bob and Sheila's fondness for one another never waned; in ! 2001 they renewed their wedding vows on their 30th anniversary. Also surviving Bob are his children, Michelle Kathleen (Brian) Gaza of Denver, CO, and Andrew Robert (Melissa) McCrosky of Ferndale, MI; his brothers, Dan (Ingrid) McCrosky, and John (Janice) McCrosky; and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, May 3, at People's Church, 1758 N. 10th Kalamazoo, (269) 275-3262. Rather than flowers, Bob would have been very pleased by a contribution made to Housing Resources Inc, 345 N. Burdick, Kalamazoo, (269) 382-0287. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes; 343-1508, www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/1/2008. (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.