"Bob was a wonderful man and loved Mary and his family unconditionally. I was encouraged by him, even though I was the one the one that was supposed to make him feel better! Love to you, Mary. Rhonda Harding"
In loving memory of
Robert "Bob" Gene Ausborn
September 16, 1939 - December 28, 2024
Robert "Bob" Gene Ausborn
September 16, 1939-December 28, 2024
It is with heavy hearts the family announces the passing of Robert "Bob" Gene Ausborn, 85, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend, who departed this life on December 28, 2024, at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames, Iowa.
Bob was born on September 16th, 1939 to Albert and Anna (Groh) Ausborn in Hancock County, Iowa. He grew up on the family farm near Klemme, Iowa with his parents, and 4 brothers.
After graduating from Klemme High School in 1957, he began his long-standing career in the plumbing, heating, and air conditioning trade. Bob and his wife Mary owned and operated Ausborn Plumbing and Heating and Our Own Hardware Store in Belmond, Iowa prior to moving to Ames where he continued to work in the trade until an injury forced him to retire.
Bob took pride in the quality of his work, and he was not satisfied until his work was perfect.
His wisdom came not from books, but from from his years of experience, and his stories - full of humor, wit, and occasional embellishment - left an indelible mark on everyone lucky enough to hear them.
Above all, Bob cherished his family. He enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, sharing lessons of resilience, humor, and love along the way.
Bob enjoyed woodworking projects, attending car shows with friends and family, and cheering on his favorite teams-Iowa Hawkeyes, Green Bay Packers, and the New York Yankees.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents Albert and Anna Ausborn, Father and Mother in- law James and Clara Belle Larson, and 4 brothers (Harvey, Ervin, Donald, and Leonard).
Bob is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Mary Ausborn of Ames, IA; his son Randy (Sam) Ausborn of Ames, IA; his daughter Melanie (Billy) Olesen of Ogden, IA; four grandchildren, Meagan (Andrew) Henderson, Cody (Jordan) Ausborn, Sammi Jo (Dalton)Wademan, and Dylan (Anna) Elbert; twelve great grandchildren: as well as his cherished dog Lucy.
A celebration of Bob's Life will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday January 18, 2025, at Leonard Good Community Center 114th 8th Street, Ogden, Iowa.
A luncheon and social will follow the service. Memorials may be left to the discretion of the family. Online condolences can be made to: www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com