Robert “Bob” L. McManama, 82, of Greencastle, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. He was born on June 10, 1943, to Robert and Mary McManama in Kokomo, Indiana.
Bob graduated from Arsenal Technical High School in 1962. He retired from Allison Manufacturing in 1988. Bob was a member of the First Baptist Church of Greencastle, the Sons of the American Legion, and the Moose Lodge 1592 where he was a past Governor and earned the “Degree of Fellowship”.
Bob was an avid sports fan enjoying anything I.U., Cubs, and Reds Baseball, as well as any kind of racing. He enjoyed attending sporting events for his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Bob is survived by his loving wife Cletus, sister Donna Lindley, daughters Dawnell Stewart (Mark), Debbie Byely (Vadim), Leslie Navarre (Mark), Sherri Miller (Chris) and son Jerry Ellis; grandchildren Jake Stewart, Jessie Sutherlin (J.C.), Olivia Miller (Brandon), Isaac Byely (Cici), Emily Williams (Josh), Ben Navarre (Hannah), Gabby Navarre (Morgan), Derek Beaman (Haley), Dakota Miller, and Jordan Kennedy (Ricky); 13 great grandchildren, a nephew, and two nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother in law Joe Lindley.
Bob lived many lifetimes in his short 82 years and touched many lives. He was always quick with a smile and handshake, and he never met a stranger.
Samaritan Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements. A Celebration of Life for friends and family will be held at the Moose Lodge 1592 to be announced at a later date. Online condolences may be made to www.samaritanfunerals.com.
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Robert “Bob” L. McManama, 82, of Greencastle, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. He was born on June 10, 1943, to Robert and Mary McManama in Kokomo, Indiana.
Bob graduated from Arsenal Technical High School in 1962. He retired from Allison Manufacturing in 1988. Bob was a member of the First Baptist Church of Greencas
Moose Lodge 1592