Robert Alvin Ake 10/17/1947 - 08/12/2023 Born to Robert M Ake and Eleanor M Ake in Mineola, New York Robert Alvin Ake (Bob) 75, passed away on 8/12/2023 at his home in Salem, Oregon with his loving wife Mary Lou Ake by his side. An avid sports fan, Bob enjoyed watching basketball, baseball and football. Bob was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. He later worked for the State of Oregon for over thirty years. Bob had a passion for traveling, fine dining and music. He was very witty and always had a story to tell. Robert is survived by his wife, Mary Lou Ake, daughter; Kimberley W. Kidd, grandchildren Emily Rose Kidd, Jack Wilson Kidd as well as a host of friends. He was predeceased by his brother, Phillip Howard Ake on October 10, 1015. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.