Robert Lee Jeffery, Sr., 70, of Bellevue, passed away Saturday, October 14, 2017 at ECHRS after a long battle with cancer. He was born March 7, 1947 in Battle Creek, the son of Robert E. and Mary Jane (Fox) Jeffery. Bob married Patricia Worthington on August 12, 1967 in Battle Creek. He worked for General Motors for 28 years before his retirement in 1994. Bob enjoyed traveling, Bingo, and spending time with his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Patricia A. Jeffery; sons, Robert L. Jeffery, Jr. and John E. Jeffery; father, Robert E. Jeffery; brothers-in-law, Edward H. Worthington, Jr. and Terry A. Worthington; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Jane Jeffery; mother-in-law, Carolyn A. Worthington; father-in-law, Edward H. Worthington, Sr.; and sister-in-law, Jennie Worthington.
At Bob’s request he will be cremated with no services held. There will be a private family gathering held at a later date. In Lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Eaton Area Senior Center Inc. (804 S. Cochran, Charlotte, MI 48813) or Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation www.themmrf.org .