Robert "Bob" Wayne Demoret peacefully entered the kingdom of Heaven on December 15, 2023, after a
courageous battle with Alzheimer's. Born on June 3, 1939, in Crawfordsville to Charles Edwin Demoret
and Alta May Wheat Demoret, he was one of five children. Bob graduated from Crawfordsville High
School in 1957, where he excelled in football, baseball, and basketball. He shared 66 wonderful years of
marriage with his high school sweetheart, Sharon Lee Sheets. He attended classes at Purdue University
while working for R.R. Donnelly where he remained until his retirement in 2001. A lifelong member and
trustee of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, he cherished his community deeply. An outdoorsman at
heart, Bob found joy in both gardening and water sports. His prowess as a national-level canoeist earned
him multiple titles, notably the 1975 National Singles Canoeing Championship. His passion for canoe
racing extended to craftsmanship; his canoe designs, created alongside his friend Dave Meadows, were
sought after by Olympic competitors. Bob's talents were multifaceted – he was an adept carpenter who
built his own home, barn, and woodshop. In retirement, he discovered a love for restoring antique cars,
proudly showcasing two model As at parades and car shows, where he received several accolades.

Known for his unwavering patience, devotion, and ever-present smile, Bob was a steadfast and kind
presence in the lives of those around him. His neighbors and friends valued his reliability and willingness
to lend a helping hand. Bob was a father figure to several young men in the community and extended
his guidance and support to those who needed it. To his family, he was a cherished teacher and mentor
to his son, a guiding light to his daughter, and an endlessly playful spirit to his granddaughters.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Gordan and Rondal, and sister Eleanor Joan Rowan.
He is survived by his loving wife Sharon, sister Sandra Gilley, daughter Rebecca Demoret, son Robert
Bradley (Dana) Demoret, three granddaughters Bryana (Ben) Williams, Julianne Demoret, Savannah
(Tanner) Thomas, great-grandsons Tate and Tripp Thomas, and surrogate son by heart Tony Reumler.

A memorial service honoring Bob's life will be held on Friday, December 22nd at Mt. Zion United
Methodist Church in Crawfordsville, Indiana, and officiated by Pastor Warren Stewart. The viewing will
be from 12:00-2:00 p.m., followed by the funeral service from 2:00-3:00 p.m., and a graveside service
immediately thereafter.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his honor to Mt. Zion United Methodist Church (2131 Black
Creek Valley Rd. Crawfordsville, IN 47933) or to the Dementia Society of America
(https://dementiasociety.org/donate), PO Box 600 Doylestown, PA 18901.