Robert Leroy Noland

Robert Leroy Noland of Renton died February 15, 2015 in Renton. He was 67.

He was born September 24, 1947 in Renton to Leroy and Evangeline Noland. He graduated from Renton High School in 1965. He enlisted in the Army, serving during the Tet Offensive in the Vietnam War. He returned home to Renton where he worked for Burlington Northern/Amtrak Railroad for 35 years before retiring. He enjoyed bowling, fishing, reading and spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his father, Leroy Noland, and his grandparents, Vern and Minnie Rodarme. He is survived by his mother, Evangeline Noland of Renton; sister, Doris Bonderenko of Coulee City; niece, Sara Ireland of Milton; nephew, Michael Bonderenko of Coulee City; aunt, Joy Byrum of Seattle; cousins, Carol, Keith, and Judy Byrum; and family friend, Elaine Renegear.

He will be laid to rest at the Tahoma National Cemetary, a memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Renton Fire Department Station 12.

Arrangements were made by Greenwood Memorial Park & Funeral Home.