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Robert B. Mahrling Jr.

May 24, 1937 - May 16, 2026
Visitation
Soller-Baker Funeral Homes & Crematory, Lafayette Chapel
400 Twyckenham Blvd
Lafayette, IN 47909
Monday 6/1, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Service
Soller-Baker Funeral Homes & Crematory, Lafayette Chapel
400 Twyckenham Blvd
Lafayette, IN 47909
Monday 6/1, 12:00 pm
Cemetery
St. Boniface Cemetery
2581 Schuyler Ave
Lafayette, IN 47905
Monday 6/1

Robert B. Mahrling Jr., 88, of Lafayette, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at his residence surrounded by family.

He was born May 24, 1937, in Indianapolis, IN, to the late Robert Mahrling Sr. and Dorothy Merritt (Ping).

His marriage was to Dixie Sue Wilson on Oct. 17th, 1959 in Indianapolis IN, she proceeded him in death on June 10th, 2023.

He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp (1955-1961), where he received his GED.

Robert was a District Manager and franchise owner for H&R Block in the Lafayette area for over 35 years before his retirement (2002).

He was a member of the American Legion.

Robert loved his family and was a huge Purdue Boilermaker sports fan.  He enjoyed traveling really enjoyed Las Vegas, visited Hawaii, Alaska as well as 47 other states (Not North Dakota) Canada, Mexico, Venezuela, and England, reading, military and world history, meeting people, playing cards, being outdoors, gaming, and puzzles.

Surviving are his children, Ronald Mahrling Sr. of Palm Bay, Florida, Roger Mahrling of Remington, Indiana, and Christine (Kevin) Mitchell of Dayton, Indiana.   Sisters, Denise (Ralph) Kilmer and Lynn (Steve) Hoffman. Brothers, Richard (Krissy) Mahrling and Hugh Mahrling.  Sister-in-Laws, Lou Fiddler, Joy Meade, Vicki Mahrling. Grandchildren, Ronald (Amanda) Mahrling Jr., Rebecca (Bruce) Eaton, Amber (Christopher) Navarro, and Robynn Mahrling.  7 great-grandchildren and over 20 nieces and nephews.

Robert was preceded in death by his father, Robert Mahrling Sr. (Alma), mother, Dorothy Merritt (Oscar), sister, Rena Bentlage, and brothers, Mike, Baryon, and Clifford (Mahrling).

Visitation will be from 11:00 am until the time of service at 12:00 pm on Monday, June 1, 2026, at Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel, 400 Twyckenham Blvd. Lafayette, IN.

Interment will be at St. Boniface Cemetery in Lafayette, IN.

In lieu of flowers please donate to Toys for Tots.

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Visitation
Soller-Baker Funeral Homes & Crematory, Lafayette Chapel
400 Twyckenham Blvd
Lafayette, IN 47909
Map
Monday 6/1, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Service
Soller-Baker Funeral Homes & Crematory, Lafayette Chapel
400 Twyckenham Blvd
Lafayette, IN 47909
Map
Monday 6/1, 12:00 pm
Cemetery
St. Boniface Cemetery
2581 Schuyler Ave
Lafayette, IN 47905
Map
Monday 6/1

Robert B. Mahrling Jr., 88, of Lafayette, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at his residence surrounded by family. He was born May 24, 1937, in Indianapolis, IN, to the late Robert Mahrling Sr. and Dorothy Merritt (Ping). His marriage was to Dixie Sue Wilson on Oct. 17th, 1959 in Indianapolis IN, she proceededContinue Reading

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Tonya and Phillip Long left a message on May 21, 2026:
Love and prayers for strength
Brian Hessong left a message on May 20, 2026:
Brian Hessong Chris, My condolences for your loss. I recall a few stories you once told me but not all. Blessings to all the family.
Heidi O left a message on May 19, 2026:
Dear Mr. Mahrling a.k.a. The Candy Man, you brought so much happiness each time we got to see you!! Even though we got excited to see what treats you brought us… just being able to share a moment with you was the real treat! For me personally, having conversations with you made my day! I loved hearing stories about your beautiful soulmate, Dixie! I know how much you have missed her… I hope you tell her stories about us! I am going to miss walking you to your room and you asking me, “Girl, how have you been?” Mr. Mahrling, you will be deeply missed in the OPC!!! Thank you for letting us get you 4 juices!! ;0)
Denny Batalis left a message on May 19, 2026:
I spent a lot of time in the Mahrling household growing up. Bob and Dixie were like family to me. Bob was a “ man’s man” with a heart of gold. He gave us work to do and paid us. Yes we helped him, but it also taught us the value of work. I was blessed to know him. You will be missed.
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