Robert Hatch

Robert Alvin “Bob” Hatch
Lansing, Michigan

Passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at the age of 82. Born August 7, 1943 to Alvin and Leah (Davidson) Hatch in Lansing, Michigan. A loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend. Bob’s legacy will forever be etched in the hearts of those who knew him. Bob was a graduate of Eaton Rapids High School class of 1961. He would go on to work for General Motors working in many capacities including security, assembly and forklift operator before retiring in 1999. Bob’s love for life was evident in his hobbies. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed boating at his home on Lake Jordan for many years. He was also a golf enthusiast, and a music lover who enjoyed singing. His passion for MSU Football and Basketball was second only to his love for his family. Bob also loved mowing lawns which led to his owning and operating Hatch Lawn service, a testament to his hardworking nature and commitment to ensuring his family had all they needed. Bob’s devotion to his family was unwavering. He was an exceptional role model to his children and grandchildren, showing them the importance of honesty, selflessness, and hard work. Bob was loved by many and will be missed dearly by all who remember him. Preceding him in death were his parents; an infant brother; and brother, Howard Hatch.

Surviving are his wife of 63 years, Judy Hatch; children, Kevin (Betsy) Hatch, Buffy (Rich) Renko, Amy (Ethan) Childs; grandchildren, Lauren (Nathan) Sheetz, Aaron Hargett, Amber (Mike) Yeagley, Lindsey (Ross) McBride, Amanda (Jared) Chaffee, Cameron Harrison, Jamie (Emalie) Harrison, Taylor (Danielle Berry) Lewandowsky, Tanner (Erikka) Lewandowsky, Robert Austin (Presley) Lewandowsky, Easton Childs, Emerson Childs; great grandchildren, Christopher, Catherine, Cameron, Lyla, Noah, Lincoln, Benjamin, Joshua, Patrick, Nolan, Alexandria, Asher, Annistyn, Nixon, Asher, Ellis, Atlas; sister-in-law, Colleen Hatch as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at Skinner Funeral Home, 101 W. Jolly Rd. Lansing, MI 48910. Family will receive friends on Saturday starting at 11:00 a.m. for visitation. If you are unable to attend the service and would like to watch online, please click on this link. https://together.oneroomstreaming.com/XBKJXG For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the Capital Area Humane Society in Bob’s name. To share memories, condolences and view a livestream of the service please www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com