Robert Horlander
July 30, 1931 - July 07, 2012
Obituary
Robert Martin Horlander peacefully passed into eternal life while at home on July 7, 2012. He was born on July 30, 1931 in Jeffersonville, IN where he was raised. A graduate from Jeffersonville High School in 1949, he worked as the office boy for Barry Bingham Sr. at the Louisville Courier Journal. Later, he attended Indiana University until joining the United States Navy. Upon earning his wings, he flew in the United States Marine Corps followed by the Air National Guard. He was a commercial airline pilot for US Airways for 34 years. Bob spent many years involved in Indiana swimming as a timer, judge and announcer at local, state, national, international and NCAA swim meets. He was a large contributor to the construction of the IUPUI natatorium. He will someday be reunited with Carol (Stein) of Louisville, his wife of 55 years and his four children, Cynthia (Joseph Pulizzi), Ellen Challman, Bob Horlander and Barbara Horlander; granddaughters, Ellie Challman and Andrea Pulizzi. He has one surviving brother, James E. Horlander and many nieces, nephews, aunts, cousins and friends. He has joined his father, Fridolin A. Horlander; mother, Millicent (Scott); brothers, Dr. Fridolin S. Horlander and Richard A. Horlander and many friends and comrades. To celebrate his life, visitation will be held from 4-8 pm on Wednesday, July 11 at Stevens Mortuary in Indianapolis. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 am on Thursday, July 12 at St. Christopher Catholic Church in Speedway, IN with interment at West Ridge Park Cemetery. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the Wounded Warrior Project or St. Christopher Catholic Church. Semper Fi! To read the entire obituary and leave online condolences please visit: www.stevensmortuary.net
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Bill & Jacque Leefe
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We send our deepest condolences to the Horlander family and our special thanks for sharing Capt. Bob with us and many others. No matter had bad the day might be Bob always saw the sunshine and made a bad day good. He was a very unique person and loved by all. Our lives have been made better by having worked, known and loved Capt. Bob. Bill & Jacque Leefe
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Bill & Jacque Leefe
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Rest in Peace Bob, you have our love.
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Ted Fletcher
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We miss you Bob, playing the links won't be the same without your wit and humor to brighten things up, Another great flyer gone west. "Burro" old friend. Out deepest sympathy to Carol and Family. Ted and Jan
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Charlie 'Gomer' Pyles
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I spoke with Bob less than two months ago and it's sad to hear he passed. All Bob's Lake Central through USAirways friends who aren't already rejoined with him will be there to meet him in short enough time. Rest in Peace my friend.
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Alvera Morgan
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Carol, I was so very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. We miss you at Olde Hickory.Wish I could be more available to you. Fondly. Alvera Morgan
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steven stratman
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Played golf with bob many times with elvis in the Brownsburg Legion . I could tell he enlightened many,many lives. Thanks for servng our country and especially god bless.