Robert William Kemler, 82

Robert William Kemler, 82, passed away March 3, 2009, at his home in Lakeside. He was born May 31, 1926, in Canandaigua, N.Y., to William F. and Anna E. (Durnin) Kemler.

He grew up and went to Brighton High School in Rochester, N.Y., and then to State Ranger School, graduating in 1948. He went to Forestry School at the University of Montana in Missoula and graduated in 1953. He was a die-hard Griz fan. His son will continue that tradition.

After a 28-year career with the Federal Highway Administration in Montana, New York and Minnesota, he then retired to the Flathead Valley, living on Flathead Lake.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara Kemler, of Lakeside; and his only son, Steven W. Kemler, and significant other, Kelly Susen, of Missoula.

Memorial services for Robert Kemler will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 6, at the Lakeside Chapel, with Pastor Dennis Reese officiating. There will be no visitation.

The family suggests memorials be given to the Lakeside Chapel, P.O. Box 162, Lakeside, MT 59922.

Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home is caring for Robert's family. You are invited to go to www.jgfuneralhome.com to offer condolences and sign Robert's guest book.