Robert Kane

Robert E. Kane, 79, of McClure, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 10, 1946, in Perrysburg, Ohio, to the late Lloyd and Deloris (Zimmerman) Kane. On November 20, 1970, he married Roberta McKenzie at the First Presbyterian church in Grand Rapids, Ohio. Bob was a 1964 graduate of McClure High School. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. A dedicated member of the Roberts-McMillen American Legion Post 332, Bob served as both post commander and district commander. He also devoted many years to Damascus Township Fire and Rescue as a volunteer firefighter and fire chief. Bob worked as an electrician and project estimator for Olson Electric of Defiance for more than 40 years. Following his retirement, he enjoyed woodworking, gardening, golfing, and making award-winning wine. He was also a member of the McClure/Damascus Township Historical Society. Above all, Bob treasured time spent with his grandchildren and never missed an event or activity in which they participated. Bob is survived by his wife, Roberta; son, Aaron (Jill) Kane; grandchildren, Maddie (Justin) Haake, Noah Korak, Mason Kane, Kenzie Kane, and Brady Kane; great granddaughter, Emilia Haake; and sisters, Sharon Schuster and Patricia (Gary) Sherman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Julie Kane, and brother-in-law, L.J. Schuster. Visitation will be held on Monday, August 31, from 3–8 p.m. at Rodenberger-Gray Funeral Home, Napoleon, where a Fireman’s Last Call service will be held at 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, September 1, at 11 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in McClure, Ohio. Visitation will also be held at the church for one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at Hockman Cemetery in McClure, where military honors will be accorded. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the McClure American Legion, Damascus Township Fire and Rescue, or Hospice of Northwest Ohio – Perrysburg, OH. Online condolences may be shared at www.rodenbergergray.com.

Robert Kane

November 10, 1946 - August 25, 2026