Robert C. Culp DOVER

Robert C. Culp, 82, entered into rest at 3:15 p.m. on Sunday, August 12, 2018 at his home with his  family by his side.  He was the loving husband of Rhoda A. (Blymire) Culp.  The couple celebrated 61 years of marriage on June 8, 2018.

Born September 7, 1935 in Columbia, Robert was a son of the late John Henry and Mary Elizabeth (Sherrick) Culp.

He was a U.S. Army veteran.

Robert worked as a tool/die maker for Caterpillar, Inc.  He retired in 1991 following 30 years of service.

Robert was a member of Eastside Assembly of York and Craley Fish & Game.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing and will forever be remembered for his vegetable gardens and fruit trees, from which he gave generously to all.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Kathy S. Lamparter of Dover and Karen L. Martin and husband, Joe of New Cumberland; a son, James R. Culp and wife, Terriann of York; nine grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; four sisters, Jean Bowers of Hellam, Donna Smith of Columbia, Joan Clark of Brunswick, GA and Connie Hartlaub of Dover; three brothers, John Culp of Sewell, NJ, Paul Culp of York and David Culp of Mountville; and numerous nieces and nephews.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Richard and Victor Culp.

A great legacy Bob left to his children and grandchildren was his strong faith in God and his devotion to family.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Robert's funeral at 11 a.m. on Thursday, August 16, 2018 at Eastside Assembly of York, 3430 Eastern Blvd., York, PA 17402 where veteran's honors will be presented by the York County Veterans Honor Guard.  The viewings will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at Emig Funeral Home, 47 N. Queen St., Dover and from 10 to 11 a.m. on Thursday at the church.  Officiating will be his pastor, the Rev. Donald Belch.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Caring Hospice Services, 101 Good Dr., Lancaster, PA  17603 or Eastside Assembly of York, 3430 Eastern Blvd., York, PA 17402.

Caring Hospice of Central Pennsylvania
101 Good Drive, 1st Floor, Lancaster PA 17603