Obituary of Robert W. Bourland

Bedford Robert W. Rabbi Bourland, 69, of Bedford, died at 10:00 am on Sunday, August 26, 2012 at his residence. Born June 18, 1943 in Lawrence Co., he was the son of William S. and Agnes (Gyger) Bourland. He was a hydraulics engineer for Idra in Kokomo, IN. He was a member of the Bedford Boat & Sportsmans Club, V.F.W., Gillen Post #33 American Legion and National Guard. He loved to play Santa Claus for all children. Survivors include a daughter, Luann Smith and husband, Steve of Simpsonville, SC; a grandson, Garrett Baker of Simpsonville, SC; three sisters, Betty Bourland, Pat Bruin and Jeri Cain all of Bedford; five nieces, Annette Warnick and husband, Bob, Sherri Sons and husband, Louie and Carri Smith all of Bedford, Michelle Brown and husband, Brian of Newburg, IN, Susan Cannon of Cynthiana, KY; several great nieces, nephews, great great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, one niece, Lesia Cox and a great niece, Jessica Case. Funeral Information Funeral services will be conducted at 8:00 pm on Wednesday, August 29th in the Elmwood Chapel of the Day & Carter Mortuary. Cremation will follow. Visitation will be from 1:00 pm until the hour of service on Wednesday, August 29th at the Day & Carter Mortuary. Donations Information The family asks that friends consider memorial contributions be made to the Shop with a Cop Program.