Obituary of Robert F. Callen

Robert Franklin Callen, age 78, of Morning View, KY, passed away Thursday, September 7, 2023, at his residence.  He was a retired Store Manager for Thorntons and a member of Goshen Christian Church in Morning View, KY.  “Bob” enjoyed fishing, camping, gardening, video games, and crossword puzzles.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Deloris Kay Callen; brothers, Charles Eugene Callen, John William Callen, Harry A. Callen Donald Callen, Richard Callen, and Mary A. Tussey.  Surviving him are his children, Robert W. Callen (Susan), Charles E. (Bobbie Jo), and Steffany M. Callen; sister, Gay Nell Rust; and eight grandchildren.  A memorial service for Bob will be held Saturday, September 16, 2023, at 4 p.m. at Chambers and Grubbs Funeral Home, 11382 Madison Pike, Independence, KY 41051.  Memorial donations may be made to Goshen Christian Church, 1773 Bracht Piner Rd., Morning View, KY 41063 or the Boys Club of America, 1620 Central Parkway, Cincinnati, Oh 45202.  For directions, to view Bob’s Life Tribute Video or to leave the family a message of condolence, please go to www.chambersandgrubbs.com.