Mr. Robert Gene 'Bob' Peats, Indianapolis, passed away on the early morning of Saturday, May 28, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 74. Bob was born June 25, 1947 in Indianapolis, Indiana, a son of the late Harry Francis and Betty (Spencer) Peats.
Bob attended Emmerich Manual High School in Indianapolis and was a member of the graduating Class of 1965. After his graduation, Bob honorably and faithfully served his country in the United States Air Force.
Bob had been employed with Indiana Bell Telephone Company in management and served there for 20 years before retiring in 1997. He was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church and was a man with a huge heart. He was a giver in every sense of the word. He was a handyman who could repair and fix almost anything and he shared those talents with everyone who knew him. There was nothing he couldn't do and he helped all who asked.
Bob enjoyed golf and horse racing and was known to have placed a few good bets in his day. He also enjoyed traveling with this family, especially to the British Isles and Hawaii. He will be remembered for the annual family vacations to Florida and Disney World which he eagerly looked forward to.
Bob spent much of his leisure time outdoors, caring for his flowers and vegetable gardens. He deeply loved his family, especially his grandchildren and the time they all spent together. Bob always enjoyed a good meal and particularly enjoyed it if it included his favorite…fried chicken!
Bob is survived by his loving wife, Patricia 'Patti' (McCarthy) Peats; his son, Matthew (Katie) Peats; his grandchildren, Sam, Maggie, Ian, Luke and Brigid; his siblings, Michael (Kay) Peats and Cheryl Lowden; his niece, Monica (Brad) Cantrell and a nephew, Cory Lowden.
He is preceded in passing by his parents.
For those choosing to make a memorial contribution in Bob's memory, the family has suggested those be offered to any local VFW organization.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 am, Tuesday, June 7, 2022 at St. Jude Catholic Church, Indianapolis with Rev. Didier officiating.
The family will receive friends from 9:00 am until time of the Mass.