Robert Ernst McLear Jr., age 86, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, February 5, 2023, at Reid Health. Survivors include his daughters, Sally (James) Baumer of Centerville, Indiana, and Kathy (Chip) Gray of Indianapolis, Indiana; son, Robert (Michelle) McLear III of Batavia, Illinois; daughter-in-law, Judy McLear of Evansville, Indiana; stepson, Jeff (Susan) Cappa of Richmond; ten grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Sharron McLear of Sugar Grove, Illinois and Alice (Leon) Kozlowski of Munster, Indiana; nieces; nephews; and many friends. He was preceded in death by his son, Michael McLear, who died on September 4, 2016; first wife, Maxine McLear, who died January 24, 2009; second wife, Joyce McLear, who died November 26, 2020; parents; sister, Suzanne Armstrong; and brothers, George “Bud” and Richard McLear. Visitation for Robert Ernst McLear Jr. will be from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 11, 2023, at Doan & Mills Funeral Home, 790 National Road West, Richmond. Liturgy of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 11, 2023, at Holy Family Catholic Church with Fr. Sengole T. Gnanaraj officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary Catholic Cemetery.
A group of men and women form this ministry to show compassion and love to those who are grieving the death of their beloved ones. This bereavement ministry is where we need more help. Please contact the parish office if you would like to help/donate to support the grieving members of our parish.
When a loved one passes on, families who request this service will experience the love of Christ through the selfless service of their brothers and sisters in the Lord. Generous-minded fellow parishioners volunteer their time and share their provisions with the hurting family and friends of those who have gone home to God. Volunteers donate food and/or may help with the set-up, serving and clean-up of a luncheon immediately following the funeral services. The dinner will normally be held in the Atrium of Charles Mosey gym on the campus of Seton Catholic High School.
Contact(s): Mary Purcell 765-962-2739