Bob Niven

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Robert “Bob” Niven, age 80, of Dolton, IL, went home to his Lord, on Saturday, July 27, 2024.  He is survived by his wife of 53 years Donna (nee Mensinga); daughters Tammie (John) Ruchak, Tracy (Robert Gottschammer), son Bobby; and cherished granddaughter Kamira.

Dear brother of the late Thomas Niven, late David (Pat Merkner) Niven, and the late John (late Jean) Niven.  Preceded in death by his parents Thomas and Jeanette (Nee Huisman) Niven. Loving Uncle and Cousin to many.

Bob was a retired bus driver for Pace Bus Company. He loved serving at Faith Church, was a huge Cubs and Pro Wrestling Fan, delighted in cooking, enjoyed camping, and took pleasure in gardening, especially his cucumbers and tomatoes, which earned him the nickname Bob the Tomato.

A visitation for family and friends will be held on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., and will be followed by a memorial service at 4:00 p.m., at Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt.30/Pleasant Springs Ln.), Dyer, Indiana. Pastor Andy Nearpass, of Faith Church, will officiate.

For additional information, please call (219) 322-7300, or visit our online obituary and guest book at www.SMITSFH.com