SALEM - Robert French Chaffin Sr., 81, died Monday, August 15, 2022, at Salem Regional Medical Center. He was born on April 22, 1941 in East Liverpool, the son of Alec Chaffin and Dorothy R. (Wilson) Llewelyn.
Robert was a machinist retiring from Parker Hannifin in 2002. Robert was a veteran of the United States Army. He was avid sports fan watching the Steelers, Browns, and Indians.
His wife, Sandra (Gardner) Chaffin, whom he married October 12, 1973 preceded him in death October 2, 2019.
He is survived by his children, Michele (Edward) Moore, Suzanne (Vernon) Condon, Cheryl (Mark) Eckley, Renee (Steve) Adkins, Robert Chaffin Jr., Cynthia (Mike Ridgley) Raneri, Diane (Richard) Kostal; 19 grandchildren; numerous great- grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents and wife, Robert was preceded in death by one brother, John Chaffin.
Friends and family will be received Friday, August 19, 2022 from 12 Noon - 1:00 p.m. at Stark Memorial.
A memorial service will follow at 1:00 p.m.
Robert will be laid to rest with his wife at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery with military honors at 9:15 a.m. Monday, August 22, 2022, all are welcome.
If unable to attend, you may show your support by joining our complimentary "Hugs from Home" program where your message will be attached to a balloon in the chapel to remind the family of your love and support at www.starkmemorial.com/hugs-from-home. Arrangements are being handled by Stark Memorial Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
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