Robert James Vandell, 91, died in Fountain Hills Feb. 13, 2017. He lived in Fountain Hills for about four years. Before that he lived in Des Moines, Iowa. Bob died of complications of multiple strokes.
He was born at home in Lineville, Iowa, May 10, 1925 to C.D. Vandell and Dora (Casey) Vandell.
He is survived by daughter, Darcy (Steve) Peterson; their son, Bryce (Venessa) Peterson; great granddaughters, Olivia and Alexa; son Chris (Dawn) Vandell and step-son, Kerry (Pam) Geringer.
Bob is preceded in death by his wife, Vi and granddaughter, Lisa Peterson and all of his siblings.
He was a tire builder at Firestone for over 40 years. Fun-loving practical joker and life of the party, he enjoyed travel, playing pool and fishing, and he was a big Cubs fan.
Friends of Bob and his family are invited to the “Bash for Bob.” It will be Wednesday, May 10, from noon to 3 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 16766 E. Parkview Ave., Suite 102-103 in Fountain Hills. That date would have been his 92nd birthday.
Memorial contributions may be made to Izaak Walton League, 4343 George Flagg Pkwy., Des Moines, IA 50321.
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