{"id":98664,"date":"2026-03-13T12:53:32","date_gmt":"2026-03-13T16:53:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/masterzradio.net\/?p=98664"},"modified":"2026-03-13T12:53:34","modified_gmt":"2026-03-13T16:53:34","slug":"robert-lee-france","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/masterzradio.net\/?p=98664","title":{"rendered":"Robert Lee France"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!--AUTO-AD-BEFORE-->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block\"\n        data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\n        data-ad-layout-key=\"-gw-3+1f-3d+2z\"\n        data-ad-client=\"0531879237494766\"\n        data-ad-slot=\"5600453644\"><\/ins>\n    <script>(adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle||[]).push({});<\/script>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"340\" height=\"395\" src=\"https:\/\/masterzradio.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Thumbnail-25.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-98665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/masterzradio.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Thumbnail-25.webp 340w, https:\/\/masterzradio.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Thumbnail-25-258x300.webp 258w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 340px) 100vw, 340px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Robert Lee France, 89, of Pierceton, passed away at 2:37 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on September 21, 1936, to Martha France. On March 1, 1959, Robert married the love of his life, Lou Jane Spencer, with whom he shared many wonderful years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Robert graduated from Marion High School, where he was a standout athlete, especially in basketball. He later attended college. He worked for General Motors in Marion for 30 years, retiring as a supervisor. Robert was a member of First Baptist Church in Marion, where he was actively involved and also coached basketball. In his later years, he attended College Wesleyan Church with his family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A lifelong sports enthusiast, Robert loved following the Marion Giants and enjoyed any sport he could watch or play. His happiest moments were spent at his lake house in North Webster, where he welcomed children, grandchildren and as of recently, great-grandchildren for bonfires, fishing, tubing, and countless memories. Family and the lake were the center of his world. In his later years, he found joy in tending to his lawn, taking peaceful drives, and participating in many activities at the YMCA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Robert is survived by his daughters, Kimberlee (Jon) McPike of Tennessee and Kara (Doug) Carter of Marion, Indiana; seven grandchildren, Jessika (Michael) Richards, Jennifer (Mauricio) Bobino, Hannah Carter, Jordan McPike, Nathan Carter, Jaimee (Caleb) Smith and Jared McPike; four great-grandchild, Kaden Richards, Keagan Richards, Mavric Bobino and Miles Bobino; and one great-grandchild, baby boy, Richards expected in May; and his sisters, Judy Thompson, Tonya McCormick, and Susan Flannigan; and a special friend, Linda Wirick who was caring for him by preparing delicious meals, which he enjoyed very much. They would spend time together watching movies, and the family deeply appreciates all the care and kindness she bestowed on him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He was preceded in death by his mother, Martha France; his wife, Lou Jane France; and his sisters, Carolyn Whittaker, Linda Ray and Marilyn Mae.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Robert will be remembered for his devotion to family, his love of sports, his steady presence, and the joy he found in simple moments shared with those he loved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A graveside service will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Gardens of Memory &#8211; Marion with Curtis Banker officiating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arrangements have been entrusted to Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral &amp; Cremation Service, North Chapel 1341 N. Baldwin Ave., Marion, Indiana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Memories may be shared online at www.nswcares.com.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To send flowers to the family of Robert Lee France, please&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/needhamstoreywampner-north-chapel.tributestore.com\/?oId=47536518&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.1.1050496179.1738002651:GS2.1.s1773420663$o179$g1$t1773420749$j58$l0$h0&amp;tcouuid=adb4d829-923d-44b0-bc46-4318fa1cc078&amp;mtph=1\">visit our floral store.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<!--AUTO-AD-AFTER-->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;text-align:center\"\n        data-ad-format=\"autorelaxed\"\n        data-ad-client=\"0531879237494766\"\n        data-ad-slot=\"9212395598\"><\/ins>\n    <script>(adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle||[]).push({});<\/script>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Robert Lee France, 89, of Pierceton, passed away at 2:37 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on September 21, 1936, to Martha France. 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