Robert Henry Bolander, 96 of Springfield passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2014. Robert was born on February 19, 1918 in Martin, Ohio. He married Jean Butts Bolander on June 22, 1946. They moved to Mountain View, Missouri in 1964. Robert served in the Army for 5 years and was a 32nd degree Mason. Robert was preceded in death by his parents: Henry and Bertha Bolander, his brothers; Elmer and Henry Bolander, and sisters: Helen Stern, Alice James and Mary Winters. He is survived by his children: Gilbert Bolander and wife, Barbara, Beverly Piper and husband Edward, Henry Bolander and wife, Louise, Paul Bolander, John Bolander and wife, Brenda, Dorothy Brainard and husband, David. He is also survived by many grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Robert was lovingly cared for by the outstanding staff of Christian Health and Rehab East of Springfield, Missouri. Robert was always a giving person and his final wish was to donate his body to science. Arrangements are through Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home in Springfield, Missouri. In lieu of flowers donations can be given in Robert Bolander's memory to: Christian Health and Rehab East, 3535 E Cherokee Street, Springfield, MO 65809