Robert D. Zea Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Robert Duane Zea, age 84, of DeMotte, Indiana passed away Thursday, March 24, 2022. He was born on August 18, 1937, the son of Robert and Esther (Kendall) Zea, both deceased. Robert graduated from Fair Oaks High School, the Class of 1955. On June 15, 1957 in DeMotte, IN, he married Mildred L. Coberly. She preceded him in death on September 24, 2021. Together, they raised eight children. He was a supervisor at the Ford Motor plant for 45 years. He was a member of the National Guard and Medaryville Assembly of God where he was a Sunday school teacher. Robert enjoyed crossword puzzles and playing guitar. Robert is survived by his eight children, Raylene (Loren) Bailor of Hillman, MI, Rochelle (Gregg) Breshears of Owensville, AR, Robert (Dawn) Zea of Sarasota, FL, Ronald Zea of DeMotte, Rodney Zea of DeMotte, David Allen Ross of Orlando, FL, Richard Zea of Orlando, FL and Ralinda (Todd) Luke of Rensselaer, IN; fifteen grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 29, 2022 from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM at Jackson Funeral Servic of DeMotte. Private Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at the DeMotte Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Robert’s name to the Medaryville Assembly of God Church.

Robert D. Zea

August 18, 1937 - March 24, 2022