Robert 'Frosty' Frost

Robert F. "Frosty" Frost, 90, of Monticello passed away at 5:20 am, on January 2, 2021 at his residence.
He was born on December 24, 1930 in Chicago to the late Jack and Frances (Maksymowski) Frost. His first wife was Irene Frost and she preceded him in death in 1981. On November 20, 1982 at the United Methodist Church in Griffith, he married the former Joan (Peterkitas) who survives.
Frosty was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp serving during the Korean War. He worked as a maintenance supervisor for American Maize in Whiting, IN from which he retired, a company he worked for from the age of 18.
He was a true conservationist who enjoyed fishing, hunting, and served as a past president for the Isaac Walton League in Griffith. He also liked playing pool and was a member of the American Pool Players Association (APA). He was a member of the Amvets.
In addition to his wife, Joan of Monticello Bob is survived by his children, Robert D. (Linda) Frost of MN, Timothy (Jaime) Frost of IL, Susan Frost of CO, Don (Jennifer) Bacso of IN, and Donna Bacso also of IN; thirteen grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and four great-great grandchildren.
Besides his parents, he was also preceded in death by siblings, Gladys and Jack Frost.
In keeping with Frostys wishes, he will be cremated.
Burial will be in Calumet Memorial Park Cemetery in Merrillville.
Springer-Voorhis-Draper Funeral Home of Monticello is entrusted with care.
Friends and family are encouraged to share a memory or a message of condolence at www.springerfuneralhome.com