Robert E. Overfelt

Robert E. Overfelt, Sr., 84, lifelong Columbus resident, passed away December 19, 2025, as a patient of Our Hospice Center. Bob was born in Columbus on October 4, 1941, to the late Pete and Ruby (Mouser) Overfelt. He graduated from Columbus High School and worked as the groundskeeper at the Irwin Miller Estate for 30 years, a job that he took great pride in. Bob met his wife of 63 years, Wilma (Bragg) Overfelt, at the skating rink, and they were united in marriage on October 28, 1962. A true outdoorsman, Bob enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening. He also was talented in playing the guitar. Above all, Bob was a kind and devoted family man who always put his family first. He will be fondly remembered by his loving family and friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Rubena Zamora and Louise Line; brothers, J.W. “Chub”, James, Doyle, and Lindy Overfelt. Survivors include his beloved wife, Wilma; children, Pam (David) Fromer, Roberta (Doug) Lucas, Dawn (Todd) Slacum, Robert E. (Michele) Overfelt, and Eric (Michelle) Overfelt; 21 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild. The Overfelt Family will gather privately to remember, honor, and celebrate Bob’s life privately at the Jewell – Rittman Family Funeral Home. Burial will be in Garland Brook Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Hospice. Visit www.JewellRittman.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.