Robert "Bobby" A. Stavitzke-Samar

August 16, 1953 - August 6, 2019

Robert A. “Bobby” Stavitzke-Samar, age 65, of DeMotte, Indiana passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at Franciscan Health Crown Point. Bobby was born in Gary, Indiana on August 16, 1953, the son to Jack and Marie (Cambeses) Samar. He attended Andrean High School, Class of 1971. Bobby was a lifetime entertainer and bar tender for 8 years. He married Nick Stavitzke on October 31, 2016 in Crown Point, Indiana. Bobby enjoyed theatre and Broadway. He loved dogs & animals, cooking-especially grandmother’s recipes, being on stage & performing. Bobby was a director for many shows and plays. Bobby is survived by his husband, Nick Stavitzke-Samar of DeMotte, IN; brother: Jack Jr. (Sheri) Samar of Washington D.C.; beloved dog: Achelies; numerous nieces & nephews. Bobby is preceeded in death by his mother and father. Friends may visit with the family at Jackson Funeral Service of DeMotte on Sunday, August 11, 2019 from 10:00 to 2:00 PM. A Celebration of Life will follow at Jackson Funeral Service on Sunday at 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family. Light snacks or hors d'oeuvres are greatly appreciated. To share a memory with the Stavitzke-Samar family, please visit www.jacksonfuneral.com