July 29, 2009
BLOOMINGTON - Robert "Bob" Kring passed away peacefully July 19, 2009, surrounded by his family and loved ones in Littleton, Colo. He was 67.
Bob was born Dec. 15, 1941, in Peoria, son of Edward and Eunice Kring. He grew up in nearby Bloomington with his three older sisters, Priscilla, Nancy and Margaret, and was active in football and track at Bloomington High School. Following a brief stint at Illinois State University, Bob enlisted in the Air Force in 1963. After four years of service, he returned to ISU for his degree in business.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Eunice; and sisters, Priscilla and Margaret.
He is survived by his sister, Nancy; daughter, Samantha Kring; son, Jason Kring; ex-wife, Cheryl Tabler Kring; and his granddaughter, Katerina Kring.
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The following was written by classmates for our 50th Reunion Booklet. Led by a dedicated team of local classmates, the project was titled:
"BHS CLASS OF '60 FOOTPRINTS"
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When I grew up on Fell Ave, Bob lived just a block away. I spent a lot of time at his house and we played a lot of ball together. He was a great guy and I tried my best to see him often when in Denver but only had a few visits. He was a great athlete and was a real good friend growing up. It was sad to be out of town for his funeral but I still think of him often.
(Dave Curry)