Robert E. Glasshagel, 85, of Wanatah, Indiana passed away at 2:30 a.m. Tuesday October 21, 2014 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born June 19, 1929 in West Chicago, Illinois to the late Edward and Jenny (Hoff) Glasshagel and was a graduate of Washington Township High School. His marriage of 48 years was to Mabeline Mullins on September 24, 1966 in Knox, Indiana at the Calvary Baptist Church. She survives. Mr. Glasshagel served in the United States Army from January 19, 1954 until his honorable discharge January 5, 1956 where he was a Light Vehicle Driver. He was retired from the Laporte Carpenters Local #1485. Bob enjoyed being outdoors. He loved spending time with his family and attending his grandchildren's sporting events. Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Pamela Walker (Union Mills) and Theresa Barnes (husband: Jeff) of Laporte; a brother, George Glasshagel (wife: Wilma) of Oxford, OH and two sisters, Rose Affeld of New Buffalo, MI and May Mierendorf of Mokena, IL. Also surviving are his grandchildren, Michael, Matthew, Marcus, Jordan, Megan and Kyleigh. Preceding him in death with his parents are two sisters, Mary Gay and Shirley Spiess. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, November 1, 2014 at the Graceland Cemetery Chapel (1505 East Morthland Drive,Valparaiso, IN); Pastor Mike Johnson to officiate. Interment to follow in the Graceland Cemetery. Share memories and online condolences at www.clapperfuneralservices.com.