Robert Dean Whetstone's Obituary
Robert "Bob" Dean Whetstone, 55, of Ames passed away on January 14, 2023, at Israel Family Hospice House. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way, Ames, Iowa 50010, with a Funeral service held at 11:00. Burial will take place at the Ames Municipal Cemetery following services. Robert was born on August 22, 1967. Bobby was a member of the class of 1985, graduating from Ames High School. After high school Bobby worked for Ames Public School Maintenance Department and as a drywaller for Slappy's Drywall in Nevada, Iowa. In his free time Bobby enjoyed spending time with friends from his pool league, playing darts, bicycling and enjoying the conversations at his favorite 'watering hole'. He enjoyed camping with his son, Jesse, and numerous friends. Twin Acres Campground and Hickory Grove Park were a few of his favorite spots. Left to cherish Bob's memory is his son, Jesse Whetstone, four siblings and 24 nieces and nephews and his friends. Bob is preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Edna Whetstone of Ames, Iowa. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Story County Animal Shelter in Bob's name. Online condolences may be directed to www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
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