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1929 - 2010
 C. Robert Bob Rimmer died following a brief illness on Thursday, September 30, 2010, in St Marys Medical Center in Huntington, WV. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, October 3, at the Wallace Funeral Home in Barboursville, WV, with the Reverend Paul Meadows officiating. Burial will follow at Ridgelawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, October 2, from 6 to 8 p.m. Flowers or donations to Hospice of Huntington, P. O. Box 464 Huntington, WV, 25709 will be appreciated. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace. Bob was born in Cabell County on January 27, 1929, to the late Roy and Edith Johnson Rimmer. He graduated from Barboursville High School in 1948 and served in the United States Air Force from 1948 - 1952. He was an Air Traffic Controller in Germany during the Berlin Air Lift, often described as one of the Greatest Humanitarian Efforts in History. He graduated from Marshall University in 1956, and was employed by Ashland Oil, Inc. in Ashland, KY, as a Tax Administrator. During his 32 year tenure he traveled extensively and was instrumental in effecting tax legislation that benefited the oil industry. He also served as Chairman of the American Petroleum Institute and was highly respected for his work with tax administrators from numerous other states. In 1980 his work required re-location to Lexington, KY, where he finished his tenure of 32 years with Ashland Oil. Also, during his years in Lexington, he was actively involved and served as president of the Blue Grass Sportsmens League. In November of 2000, he returned to Huntington, WV, to be with family and friends. Bob is survived by his wife Lois Collins Rimmer, whom he married on December 21, 1953, his son Scott Alan and Daughter-in-law Annette of Ironton, Ohio, and beloved grandson Brandon (Chrissy) Rimmer who is currently serving in the United States Air Force. He is also survived by four sisters: Juanita (Stacey) Jeffrey; Juanema Warden; Ruth Lewis; and Mary Jane Rimmer. He was preceded in death by his brothers Albert and Harry, and sister, Joyce Ann Rimmer McCormick. Bob possessed many talents including carving, drawing, and wood working. He was a kind and gentle man with a wonderful sense of humor and the ability to exchange and tell life stories. He will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew and loved him. |
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There are currently 3 condolences.
jeff carpenter
jeffreyallencarpenter@yahoo.com
Sunday October 3, 2010 at
11:45 AM
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Scott, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. Mom just found out and called me last night. I am praying for you and your mom. I am so glad I was able to talk to him the last time I called and talked to your mom. The memories will always be there. I just wished I would have known earlier, i just wish I could be there for you and your mom. How are you and your mom holding up? I will be calling you and your mom this week. love you and your mom, jeff
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John P. Jones
Saturday October 2, 2010 at
11:57 AM
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Robert Rimmer was the greatest friend I ever had. He was considerate, kind, talented, intelligent and a very thoughtful person. He is a friend that cannot be replaced. His friendship was a gift to me from God..
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Matt Call
matt@blackheartllc.com
Saturday October 2, 2010 at
7:19 AM
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Scott- My dad called to let me know of the passing of your father. I wanted to let you know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. It has been a while since I had seen your dad but I will always remember your dad and the fun he/we had up at Dolly Sods. When I was able to see your dad and my dad laugh, cut up and play cards, etc... they were having REAL fun. I have always admired that friendship they had. I know you will miss you dad, but hang onto those memories. I know you will. Take care. Matt Call
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