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Robert N. Ham
August 27, 1954 ~ February 12, 2016 (age 61) 61 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Doug and Patty Schultz
February 23, 2016 7:32 PM
We are so sorry for your loss. He was truly a wonderful person and he will be missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Message from Jessica "Schultz " Brenneman
February 23, 2016 6:36 PM
I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was a wonderful person and teacher. My prayers are with his family and friends. He will be missed.
Message from Kathy Ridenour Millard
February 22, 2016 12:52 PM
Dearest Marilyn, Norris and Meryl,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I was honored to be a part of the music program during the first years. Choir, classes, musicals and more. I was even your babysitter. I loved knowing your family. God bless you. Kathy
I'm so sorry for your loss. I was honored to be a part of the music program during the first years. Choir, classes, musicals and more. I was even your babysitter. I loved knowing your family. God bless you. Kathy
Message from Dave and Linda Hamrick
February 20, 2016 10:41 AM
We are so sorry for your loss and will keep your family in our prayers.
Message from Sharon Tafunai
February 18, 2016 9:52 AM
Sincerest condolences to the family.....Remembering the "concerts" the family gave at Salem UMC with sincere appreciation for an awesome talent and spirit. May God comfort you all at this time.
Message from Bruce Ake
February 17, 2016 5:14 PM
I have been blessed by Bob Ham's life in many ways. I was blessed to sing in the Bethel Choir, with his choir at the Clay United Methodist Church and thoroughly enjoyed singing at Carnegie Hall in New York with him on two occasions. He influenced my life as a choir director as well as my daughter who also sang under Bob's direction. Eternity will be the only place we will surely see how much Bob's life and ministry have accomplished for the Kingdom of God. Bob's life legacy will live on in the multitudes of people he has influenced over his lifetime. Until we meet again my good friend...
Hold Thou Thy cross before my closing eyes;
Shine through the gloom and point me to the skies.
Heaven’s morning breaks, and earth’s vain shadows flee;
In life, in death, O Lord, abide with me.
Hold Thou Thy cross before my closing eyes;
Shine through the gloom and point me to the skies.
Heaven’s morning breaks, and earth’s vain shadows flee;
In life, in death, O Lord, abide with me.
Message from LaDonna (Brown) Cunningham
February 17, 2016 3:54 PM
No more pain, no more sadness, no more suffering....He is in a new body wrapped in Glory and clothed in Light.
I am praying for all of you. Bob has made such a powerful impact on my life. He was able to teach me the joy of music as well as the fundamentals. He will definitely be missed, but I am also rejoicing that he is in heaven with the Father he has truly adored.
I wish I was able to make the services, but know that my prayers are with you all.
Love always,
LaDonna (Brown) Cunningham
I am praying for all of you. Bob has made such a powerful impact on my life. He was able to teach me the joy of music as well as the fundamentals. He will definitely be missed, but I am also rejoicing that he is in heaven with the Father he has truly adored.
I wish I was able to make the services, but know that my prayers are with you all.
Love always,
LaDonna (Brown) Cunningham
Message from Mark Rose
February 17, 2016 12:34 PM
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very emotional time. I moved from the Escanaba area in my sophomore year but always received an invitation to the reunions. I always enjoy attending getting to see and talk with friends from the early years. One reunion was spent talking with Bob and sharing stories about a close common friend, Jim Broderson. May God Bless you all during this time with a peace that only He can give.
Message from Dr. James M. Burkart & Staff
February 17, 2016 9:30 AM
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Marilynn and the Ham family. Best wishes to all.
Message from Priscilla Filos
February 17, 2016 7:50 AM
My sincere condolences in the passing of your loved one .... Priscilla
Message from Donald Campfield
February 16, 2016 10:45 PM
My deepest condolence on their loss to Bob's wife, Marilynn, their family, Bob's many students past and present, teaching colleagues, musical associates, church choir members, friends, the Bethel College family, and our community-at-large. May all of you who share Bob's faith find comfort in the scriptural promises which assure us he's resting safe with our dear Lord Jesus.
Message from Fran and Dave Ryan
February 15, 2016 7:09 PM
We are so sad to learn of Bob's passing - he was simply a bright shining light in this world, a true servant of God who had a tremendous impact on so many people. We pray for healing and comfort for Marilynn, Norris, Meryl and the rest of the family.
Message from Charissa Jobe
February 15, 2016 6:50 PM
What an inspiring and loving man Bob was! i am so grateful for all his faith in me in my developing college years! He gave his all in everything he put his hands to.
My love goes out to Marilyn!
My love goes out to Marilyn!
Message from Michigan Region, Missionary Church
February 15, 2016 6:33 PM
Our deepest condolences to you, Marilyn and your family, as you face the bitter-sweet experience of releasing Dr. Bob into Heavenly Glory. He was a great man of God and brought great honor to his profession, his service to Bethel College and the Kingdom of God. Brenda and I have long appreciated both you and your husband for the way you blessed us by helping our daughter, Charissa, transition from her high school years into her college studies and musical development. We pray that the Lord will strengthen you and help you through this time of grief and celebration of Bob's life.
In His peace, Jim and Brenda Keller, Regional Dir., Michigan Region of the Missionary Church.
In His peace, Jim and Brenda Keller, Regional Dir., Michigan Region of the Missionary Church.
Message from Ken & Donna
February 15, 2016 3:29 PM
Dear Marilynn & Family,
We are saddened beyond words to hear of Bob's passing. Heaven has gained an awesome Angel. So sorry we can't be with you at this most difficult time. You are on our hearts and in our prayers. With Heartfelt Sympathy, Ken & Donna
We are saddened beyond words to hear of Bob's passing. Heaven has gained an awesome Angel. So sorry we can't be with you at this most difficult time. You are on our hearts and in our prayers. With Heartfelt Sympathy, Ken & Donna
A candle was lit by Ken & Donna Kelly
on February 15, 2016 3:25 PM
Message from Carl & Marilyn Taylor
February 15, 2016 2:34 PM
Our condolence to Marilynn Ham & Family. You are in our thoughts and prayer!
Message from Candy Schelske
February 15, 2016 10:41 AM
It is with a heavy heart that I learned of Bob's passing, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. I will always hold Bob dear in my memory, having had the privilege of singing under his direction with the Bethel choir for several years. He was as much a minister as a choir director. His love and ready smile will be sorely missed by so many whose lives he touched. May God and fond memories grant your family strength in the days ahead.
Message from Rodger Parfitt
February 14, 2016 11:29 PM
Always a pleasure to serve Bob and Marilyn, gracious in all your ways, full of love for the Lord. May His Peace which passes all understanding rest on you and abide with you always. May the Comforter sourround you and strengthen you during this time. We give thanks and Praise to Him for Bob's life and how His Name is Praised through Bob's life. We will continue to pray for all the family.
Message from Bob DeCamp
February 14, 2016 9:56 AM
I am shocked to hear that Bob is gone. He was my childhood, neighborhood friend from across the alley on 14th street. I have many good memories of our friendship. I remember riding his shaky Ducati motorbike out to the Ham's lake house (cabin) near Ford River for a day at the beach. I used to run into Bob as an adult during the summer in Escanaba when he was home visiting family and what a successful, family man of God he had become. My condolences to Marilyn and family and Mrs. Ham, Laurel and Jack. He will be missed.
Message from Roger Sprong
February 14, 2016 12:03 AM
I can not find the words. Thank you Bob for your faith and inspiration. You touched my heart.with your leadership. Prayers for Marilynn and the Ham family.
Message from Mark Krohmer
February 13, 2016 7:25 PM
My condolences to Bob's family. Bob and I were classmates in Escanaba. I remember being in marching band together...My friends Scott Avery and Alan Chambers have kept me aware of Bob's illness. Cancer is a terrible disease. My thought are with his family as Bob is now free and pain free.
Please also pass my condolences on to Bob's mother. So many memories of the years in Escanaba.
Please also pass my condolences on to Bob's mother. So many memories of the years in Escanaba.
Message from Lori (Hansen) Bolm
February 13, 2016 12:32 PM
I am so saddened to learn of Bob’s passing. I have known him since we were very young; we went to school together and attended the same church (First Presbyterian in Escanaba). We were in youth group at the church and also in the choir, along with his dad. And, in high school we were in chorus and Chorale together. If you check the Escanaba yearbooks, you will see our photos side-by-side. The last I saw him was at an Escanaba Class Reunion some years ago. He was the same Bob – soft-spoken, gentle and sweet. When I read of all his accomplishments, I had no idea how amazingly talented he was. He never bragged about any of it. The fact that his talents were for God’s glory, tells me that he was the same unassuming guy I’ve always known. I cannot imagine the realm of lives he touched and the love he spread throughout his career. Marilyn, you and your children and grandchildren have my utmost sympathy. Bob’s love will go on in the lives of your family and all he touched. He will never be forgotten. The loss of Bob on earth is great but the glory of heaven has been enriched with his entrance into his Eternal Home. Prayers and love go out to you and your family.
Message from Paul J. Rajala
February 13, 2016 9:36 AM
I was shocked to read of Bob's passing in the Escanaba Daily Press this morning. I am so sorry for your loss Marilyn. You two were such a special couple ever since the two of you got together, and your musical gifts were profound! I'm sorry you have to be in this valley but looking ahead, heaven gained Bob, we'll continue our earthly walk, and know that many people hold you in their thoughts and prayers.
Message from Ruth Bolin
February 12, 2016 11:32 PM
What a pleasure for me to watch God mold and make Bob into the man of God that he has become! The early years in Marquette until today, in Mishawaka, Indiana, when God called him home. "Well done, good and faithful servant!"
I so look forward to the day when we all can be together again. MJ, I love you, my friend! Will continue to pray much for all of you.
I so look forward to the day when we all can be together again. MJ, I love you, my friend! Will continue to pray much for all of you.
Message from The Malone Family
February 12, 2016 9:40 PM
We grieve at the loss of this kind, gentle and gifted man who touched so many lives. May you be comforted in the knowledge he is free from pain through the promise and sacrifice of Christ.
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