Robert Amelunke

Robert Lee "Bob" Amelunke, 68, of Cape Girardeau died Tuesday, March 18, 2003, at Ratliff Care Center.

He was born Oct. 14, 1934, at Dutchtown, son of Leo and Elma Paintor Amelunke. He and Adrianna Messmer were married May 12, 1962, at Kelso, Mo.

Amelunke was warehouse manager and dispatcher 47 years with Rhodes 101 Co. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Gordonville and its Men's Club, and Cape Evening Optimist Club.

He served in Missouri National Guard eight years.

Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Sandra Farrow of Pocahontas; two sons, David Amelunke of Piedmont, Mo., Dale Amelunke of Pocahontas; two brothers, Leo Amelunke of Cape Girardeau, Eldon Amelunke of Phoenix, Ariz.; and five grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers.

A graveside committal service will be at 10 a.m. today at Zion Lutheran Church Cemetery.

Friends may call after 9:45 a.m. Thursday at Zion Church.

A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the church, with the Rev. Wayne Schwiesow officiating.

Ford & Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.