Robert E. Eck, 87, of Gamble Township, died Dec. 11, 2022 at his residence.
He was born May 21, 1935, in Williamsport, a son of the late J. Otto and Freda (Seeman) Eck.
Robert graduated from Montoursville High School in 1953, and worked for Eck Brothers, Daily Transportation, and George Logue before retiring from Textron.
He enjoyed flea markets, antique cars, collecting Cub Cadets, gardening, NASCAR, and was a great storyteller.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Carl O., Richard S., and Phillip Eck, and Shirley M. Ertel.
Surviving is his wife with whom they celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary November 12th, the former Elsie M. Karschner; children, David M. Eck, Karen E. Marden, Laurie A. Eck, Wayne R. (Rachel) Eck; sister, Maryanne (Emerson) Lewis; and grandchildren, James Owen and Hannah Eck.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Contributions may be made to UPMC Home Care & Hospice, c/o Susquehanna Health Foundation, 1001 Grampian Blvd., Williamsport.
Arrangements are being handled by Spitler Funeral Home, Montoursville.
