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Robert B. McCroskey Click for Condolences      Printable Version 1933 - 2010 . Robert E. Bob McCroskey (1933-2010) Robert E. Bob McCroskey, 76, of Ashland, Ky., died March 19, 2010, in Kings Daughters Medical Center. He was born June 26, 1933, in Lee County, Ky., to the late William McCroskey and Mildred VanMatre McCroskey. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Helen Howell McCroskey of Ashland. He worked at Petroleum Exploration in Lee County, worked several years as a barber and retired from AK Steel in 1992. He served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Korea. He was also a member of Beech Street Christian Church where he served as a deacon. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Edwin McCroskey; and two sisters, Margaret Goff and Marcielle Combs. Besides his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Amy Wills and her husband Matthew of Lexington, Ky.; a grandson, Ridley Wills; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Monday, March 22, 2010, at Steen Funeral Home - 13th Street Chapel in Ashland by Minister Ken Vaughn. Entombment will be in Rose Hill Burial Park with military rites by Kenova American Legion Post 93. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, March 22, 2010, at the funeral home chapel. Contributions may be made to Beech Street Christian Church, Family Life Center, 1672 Beech Street, Ashland, KY 41102 or a charity of their choice. Condolences may be sent to www.steenfuneralhomes.com.

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There are currently 8 condolences.

John & Connie Downey Monday March 22, 2010 at 8:08 PM

We miss Bob very much and he lived his life as an example for us. He is an angel now, watching over us, his family and friends. He gives us a reason to live a Christian life so we can see him in heaven. We love you, Bob.

Jean Mitchell Tennant Monday March 22, 2010 at 2:41 PM

Dear Helen, Just having gone through the same loss as you, I can empythize with the grief you are experiencing at this time. Take comfort in the knowledge that our gracious Father will help you through this time of sorrow. My sincere condolences to you. Jean Mitchell Tennant, Cincinnati, Ohio

BILL AND MONA SCAGGS Monday March 22, 2010 at 10:08 AM

HELEN, WE'RE SO SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS OF BOB. HE WAS A VERY HANDSOME MAN WITH AN EXCELLENT PERSONALITY AND A READY SMILE. WE ARE UNABLE TO MAKE THE VISITATION, AND HOPE YOU WILL PARDON US. WE LOVE YOU AND WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOU. BILL AND MONA

Missy Smith Shumate Miller Monday March 22, 2010 at 9:06 AM

Amy, Just wanted to send you a note to let you know I was saddened when I learned your Dad had passed away. Sending condolences to your Mom, you and your family. My prayers and thoughts will be with you. Missy

Courtney Cedik Monday March 22, 2010 at 8:09 AM

Helen, Amy, Matt and Ridley: Kevin and I send our thoughts and prayers your way today. Mr. McCroskey was always so sweet and funny; I looked forward to every visit he made to UK when Amy and I were roommates. He will be truly missed by anyone that had the honor to know him. All of our love and sympathy, Courtney Cedik

Pam Holbrook Sunday March 21, 2010 at 10:44 PM

Helen: Please accept our condolences. I knew Bob from AK Steel. We are praying for you and your family. Don Elswick of Worthington and family

Sen. Walter Blevins Sunday March 21, 2010 at 10:41 AM

My deepest sympathies to the family and friends. May God bless and comfort.

Eileen (O'Connell) Aldridge-Riley Saturday March 20, 2010 at 10:58 PM

Helen, my deepest sympathy to you and all your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Eileen Riley South Bend, IN 46637

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