Robert J. "Bob" Darrenkamp, Jr.

     Robert J. “Bob” Darrenkamp, Jr, 89, died peacefully, Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at Brethren Village, Lititz. He was the loving husband of Gail (Sleeth) Darrenkamp, and they celebrated 39 years of marriage this past April.  Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Robert J. Sr. and Lena (Quino) Darrenkamp.  Bob was a purchasing agent and traffic manager at Electron Energy, Landisville, he was also an account for the former Classic Cut & Style; and was a lane clerk at Manheim Auto Auction for 20 years.  He was a member of St John Neumann Catholic Church, Lancaster and was active with the pinochle card group, senior citizen group, dinner with friends, and the Knights of Columbus.  Bob also enjoyed baseball and cheering for the Cincinnati Reds, and cheering for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. and golf.

     Surviving in addition to his wife Gail are four children Renee, Robert J., III (Karen), Shelly, Scott; two step-sons, Robert Devenney (Megan), Wade Devenney; 6 grandchildren; and three sisters Sylvia, Frances Roschel (Ron), and Carlene Rose (Randy).  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister Louise Schmalhofer.

     Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 601 E. Delp Rd. Road, Lancaster on Saturday, November 25, 2023 at 11:00 AM with Fr. Dan Powell, Celebrant.  There will be a time of visitation and viewing with the family on Saturday at the church from 10:00 AM until the time of the service.