Robert James Lindsey

"Bobby"

Hammond

Robert James Lindsey, age 45, of Hammond, passed away suddenly after a tragic auto accident on Sunday, June 25, 2017.

He is survived by four children: Courtney (Amber) Scott, Kyle Smith, Madison Edmaiston and Roel Lindsey; Adam Thomson whom he loved as a son; eleven siblings: Twila Lindsey, Laci (Scott) Lindsey, Michael (Debra) Lindsey, Rick (Linda) Lindsey, Ruth Ann Wagoner, Dale (Annette) Branche, Shirley (Ronnie) Kernan, Sue (Don) Kitchel, Joe (Penny) Lindsey; sister in law: Diane Lindsey; many nieces, nephews and friends.                       Preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Charlotte Lindsey; sister, Stephanie and brother, Leroy Lindsey.

Friends are invited to meet with the family for a time of visitation on Friday, July 7, 2017 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Bocken Funeral Home, 7042 Kennedy Avenue, Hammond (Hessville). Private cremation to follow.

Bobby was a lifetime resident of Hammond. He attended Hammond High School. Bobby enjoyed working with his hands and was a handyman and mechanic, who had an interest in motorcycles and "fast" cars. Bobby had a special love for all his daughters, but being with Roel was his world. He was a loving father, brother, uncle and friend who will be dearly missed. In lieu of flowers please consider helping the family with memorial expenses by giving at the donation tab at www.bockenfunerals.com.  For more information you may call Bocken Funeral Home at (219)-844-1600, or visit us at www.bockenfunerals.com.