Departed this life, Sunday, June 10, 2012. Age 73. Beloved husband of Linda (nee Wheatley) for 20 years. Loving father of Melissa (Sylvain) Serra, Peter Bailey, Robert Nimmer, Susan (Dan) Grellinger, Robin (Mark) Albert and Nick Vitale. Cherished grandfather "Papa" of Adrien, Quentin and Margot Serra; Emma, Nathan and William Grellinger; Samantha and Sydnie Albert. Also loved by numerous cousins, and close friends including Diana Jacobsen and Drew Mathis.He was raised in Marion, IN by his parents Robert H. Sr. and Bertha (nee Dilley) Sauntmon. He graduated from Indiana University in 1963 and spent his career in sales positions. He retired in 2000. He loved his family and was the family chef who whipped up so many wonderful meals for all occasions. He was a loving caregiver to his wife, Linda and he will be sorely missed. Visitation at the Funeral Home, Friday, June 15 from 9:30"11:15 AM. Funeral Service at 11:30 AM. Private committal at Pinelawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers memorials are appreciated to the Salvation Army or charity of choice.