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Robert Henry Hupton
ROBERT HENRY HUPTON
Moline, Ill.
Robert Henry Hupton, 93, of Moline, Ill., passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2021. A private graveside service will be held at Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery.
Robert was born on April 27, 1928, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to Henry and Helen (Grishaber) Hupton. After he graduated from high school, he served in the U.S. Navy. When he returned home, he married the love of his life Donna Bean on June 1, 1948, in Cedar Rapids Iowa. He worked many years for the Rock Island Railroad, and then worked for Oscar Meyer up until his retirement.
He loved animals and enjoyed horseback riding and raising German Shepherds. He cherished the time he spent with his family.
Robert is survived by his children, Linda (David) Buwalda, Randy Hupton and Robin Hupton; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; three
great-great-grandchildren; and his special friend, Dana Ernat.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife and his parents.
Memorials may be directed to the family.
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