Robert J. Womac
Died July 16, 2013
LELAND AND BELLEVILLE – Robert Joseph Womac, 70, of Leland
and Belleville, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 16, 2013 in Leland.
Robert was born on
May 12, 1943 in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of Frank and Celia (Rybak) Womac. On May 22, 1965 in Detroit, he married
Pauline Elizabeth Gaunt, who survives.Robert spent his career with the Ford Motor Co. for 36 years, retiring as Vice President. He then spent two years as Executive Vice-President of Visteon.
Bob’s proudest moments were being Plant Manager for the Ford Motor Co. in Ypsilanti and Rawsonville and forming EFHD (Electrical Fuel & Handling Division). Bob had 11 enjoyable, fun-filled, and relaxing retirement years.
He loved to read, play golf, bridge, Sudoku or any game, and spending time on Lake Michigan. His pride and joy was his wife, family and friends.
Bob is loved, cherished, and survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Pauline; his four children, Darlene (Eric) Montgomery, James (Monica) Womac, Beth (David) Chie, Robert (Alison) Womac; a brother, James (Christina) Womac; 11 grandchildren; and many friends. All those who knew and loved Bob felt truly blessed.
Visitation will be held on Friday, July 19 from 4 to 8 p.m. with a wake service at 7 p.m. at the Martinson Funeral Home of Suttons Bay. The funeral mass will be celebrated on Saturday, July 20 at 10 a.m. at St. Mary of the Assumption church in Lake Leelanau with a visitation held one hour prior. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery. The Rev. Michael Janowski will serve as celebrant.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to St. Mary School, P.O. Box 340, Lake Leelanau, MI 49653 and/or to a charity of one’s choice.
Please share memories and condolences with the Womac family at www.martinson.info
Arrangements are with the Martinson Funeral Home of Suttons Bay.
Dear Womac family:
ReplyDeleteTo read that Bob's proudest moments were times he led Ypsilanti and Rawsonville and started EFHD. . .I must say that my proudest moments at Ford were the years spent working for Bob at EFHD. Surely hundreds of others would say the same. Bob was first a family man, and that was obvious. He led with integrity. He was a true visionary, guiding those under his leadership with kindness, respect, and trust. No wonder his employees were loyal and would follow him anywhere!
I pray that you will sense God's love, strength, and peace during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Carol Davis
Shocked and saddened by the news. Bob and I started at Ford Rawsonville around the same time and have great memories of our careers that covered over 36 yrs. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
ReplyDeleteDon & Jan Stankiewicz
ReplyDeleteEveryone represented by UAW Local 849 grieves with you. Bob was a man of integrity who not only loved his work, he loved the people who worked with him.
Thank you!
Bob Bowen, former president UAW Local 849
Dear Womac Family,
ReplyDeleteWe were so sad to learn of Bob's passing. We have fond memories of growing families, basketball games, and many fun times together. You have our deepest condolences. We are in Georgia with our family and wish we could be with you at this most difficult time.
Sincerely,
Barb & Kerry Homberger
Dear Pauline and family,
ReplyDeleteI was so dismayed at learning of Bob's accident and sudden passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love,
Your Cousin, Carolyn McArthur
Many of my happiest childhood memories are of the fun times at the Womac's. My heart grew because of those times, now there is a little scar on it to remind me of those days.
ReplyDeleteSending you strength, sympathy, and solace.
Tracey
To an old classmate from St. Ignatius High. I have not forgotten you till now and I will not forget you in the future because years in passing cannot sever ...
ReplyDeleteThank you!
Andrew Zwarun