- Date Of Birth: October 27, 1935
- Date Of Death: October 12, 2016
- State: Michigan
Robert E. Ruecker, age 80, passed away October 12, 2016. Bob was born October 27, 1935, son of Ernest and Irene Ruecker, and was a longtime resident of Galesburg. In the 1960’s he was the police chief of Augusta and for over 30 years served as a fireman with the Battle Creek Fire Department and the Battle Creek VA Hospital.
Bob was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish; and also enjoyed playing cards. He was always known for lending a helping hand to others in need. Surviving are his wife Barbara (St. Jean) Ruecker; children Rebecca Newell and Scott Ruecker; grandchildren Jarred Newell, Charlene Newell, Samantha Swafford, Christina Ruecker, Nicole Ruecker; 7 great-grandchildren; his best friend Anson Lobretto and many other family and friends.
