Robert Dean “Bob” Speakman, age 87 of Troy, passed away Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Wood Glen Community in Dayton. He was born July 31, 1939 in Troy to the late Russell and Opal (May) Speakman.

Bob was preceded in death by his wife Anita Sue (Adams) Speakman on March 24, 2014. They were married 53 years.

Those left to cherish Bob’s memory include his wife Charlene (Wintrow) Speakman, whom he married in 2019; sons Ronald Speakman of Troy and Jeffrey Speakman (Lyvonne) of Huber Heights; daughter Shelley Pritchard (Mike) of Bradford; grandchildren Jeremy Speakman (Nikki), Breann Taylor, Jon Meyer, Jeni Meyer, Jason Pritchard, Landin Pritchard, and numerous great-grandchildren; as well as sister Mary Mullins of Troy.

Bob was a graduate of Miami East High School and retired as a General Foreman for Hobart Brothers after several years of dedicated service. He was also owner and founder of National Auto Lube and Auto Wash in Vandalia. In his spare time, Bob enjoyed bowling and was a part of many leagues in the Troy area.

A funeral service will be held 12:00PM Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Fisher-Cheney Funeral Home, Troy. Visitation will be from 10:00AM-12:00PM prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to Ohio’s Hospice of Miami County, your local animal organization, or a charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to Fisher-Cheney Funeral Home, Troy. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.fishercheneyfuneralhome.com.