Robert James Hume Jr.

Robert James Hume Jr., 90, of Parkesburg, PA, passed away at his home on Monday, October 29, 2018. Born in Coatesville he was the son of the late Robert J. Hume Sr. and Anna Striker Hume.

He was the beloved husband of the late Jean E. Hume, with whom he shared 49 years of marriage.

Robert was a 1946 graduate of Coatesville High School and went on to serve as a foreman in the Test Lab at Lukens Steel Company. Robert was a member of the Octorara School Board for many years and also had an active role in groups such as “Across the Ages”, the Octorara CTC, and the Parkesburg Community Church Outreach.

Robert is survived by three children; Thomas Hume of Atglen, David Hume and wife Linda of Honey Brook, and Alyce Haven and husband Karl of Parkesburg. In addition to his children, he is survived by 17 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Robert was preceded in death by two sons; Darren and Robert Hume as well as two siblings; Florence Holten and Lawrence Hume.

A Graveside service will take place on Friday, November 2, 2018, at 11 AM at Fairview Cemetery, 786 Oak St, Coatesville, PA, 19320. There will be a visitation at the Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St, Parkesburg, PA 19365, on Thursday, November 1, 2018, taking place from 6 to 8 PM.

Funeral Services have been entrusted to the Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg. Online Condolences may be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com

In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Robert’s honor to the Parkesburg Food Cupboard.