Charles Robert “Bob” Bee, 81, of Centerville, passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2024, in his home surrounded by family. He was born July 17, 1942, in Richland Center, Wisconsin, the son of the late Francis and Helen Bee. Bob served his Country in the United States Army in the NATO Forces during the Vietnam War and later was a member of the American Legion. He worked as a chemical engineer instructor for ABB International for 25 years and for NCR for 22 years. Bob was an expert spatial problem solver and loved building, creating and designing innovative solutions to all things. He was a true wanderer and adventurer and enjoyed traveling. Bob was an avid motorcyclist and had 100,000 miles on his bike. He loved spending time outdoors especially mushroom hunting where he was the Morel Hunter Extraordinaire. He loved telling stories and had a great sense of humor. What made him happiest in life was being a Husband, Father, and Grandfather. His guide through life was the Golden Rule. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Charles is survived by his wife of 63 years, Sandy Bee; daughters, Shiloh Graham, and September (Heidi Crisler) Bee; son, Thane (Meghan) Bee; grandchildren, Nick (Amanda) Bee, Dylan McGuffey (Kristy), Sierra (Haas) Ali, Matt (Megan) Graham, and Will Graham; great-grandchild, Nova Ali; brother, Dave Bee; brothers-in-law, Nick (Cheri) Bristol, and Greg Bristol; sisters-in-law, Sherry (Doug) Anthony, and Kathy (Lyle) Rosenbaum. He is also survived by numerous family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Jim Bee; and his sister, Michelle (Mike) Goebel.
If wished, condolences may be sent to their family home, 7687 Normandy Lane, Centerville, OH 45459.
Memorial Donations may be made to the Hospice of Dayton. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later summer date at his Centerville, Ohio, home and in Richland Center, Wisconsin.