Rev. Robert "Bob" T. Berkebile, 93, passed away on November 23, 2016, in Brookville, PA. Bob was born on July 18, 1923, in Johnstown, PA, to the late Lowman Blair and Dora (Warsing) Berkebile.

He was a retired United Methodist minister. He also was a World War II Army combat veteran serving with the 75th Infantry Division. During the Battle of the Bulge he was severely wounded, and he became a recipient of the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart. On July 18, 1946, he married Ardene Vee (Higgins) Berkebile; after 42 years together, she preceded him in passing in January 1988. On March 23, 1990, he married Betty (Sawyer) Berkebile; during their short time together, she fell ill and preceded him in passing in February 1992. On April 24, 1993, he married Alice (Love) Berkebile; for over 23 years they have supported each other, and Alice survives him. After his military service, Bob attended and graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University and Asbury Theological Seminary. After ordination, he served congregations in Pleasantville, PA, Brookville, PA, Connersville, IN, Knightstown, IN, and Indianapolis, IN.

In addition to his wife Alice, Bob is survived by daughters VeeAnn (Ron) Schmidt of Myrtle Beach, SC and Lyn (partner Julie Marsh) Berkebile of Indianapolis, IN; granddaughter Mary Carter and great granddaughter Madalyn Milner, both of Albany, IN; step-sons Ronald (Gladine) Reitz and Larry Reitz; step-daughters Shirley (Chuck) Baily and Connie (Anson) Brosius; numerous step-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his wife Ardene, his 2nd wife Betty, and his parents, Bob is preceded in death by brothers Harry (Florence) Berkebile, George Berkebile, Ralph (Helen) Berkebile, Earl (June) Berkebile and by 2 sisters, both of whom passed as young children, Myrtle and Dorathea Mae.

Family and friends will be received on Thursday, December 1, 2016, from 10:00 am - 12 noon, at Forest Lawn Funeral Home, 1977 S. State Road 135, Greenwood, IN. A funeral service will take place immediately after visitation, beginning at 12 noon, officiated by Rev. Charles "Woody" Thompson. Interment will take place at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens, Greenwood, IN.

Memorial donations may be made in his name to Indiana United Methodist Children''s Home, 515 W. Camp St., Lebanon, IN 46052, or to Asbury Theological Seminary, 204 N. Lexington Ave., Wilmore, KY 40390.