Roper Funeral Home and Crematory 206 Holly St Jasper, GA 30143 (706) 253-7500 (706) 253-0040 www.roperfuneralhome.com Robert "Bob" Deslyper, age 82 of Ball Ground, Georgia passed away Friday, July 31, 2026. Bob was born on January 28, 1944 to Gaston and Theresa Lodge Deslyper in Detroit, Michigan. A proud veteran, Bob enlisted in the United States Navy in 1964, serving with honor through 1970 aboard the USS-Dale (DLG-19). As a Fire Control Technician, he was responsible for maintaining complex surface ship missle fire control systems. For his dedicated service, he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Armed Forces Expenditionary Medal (Korea), and the Good Conduct Medal. Following his honorable discharge, Bob brought his keen attention to detail and passion for problem-solving to a fulfilling career at Unisys, providing vital field service support for check processing equipment at Federal Reserve banks. He was deeply involved in scouting, serving as Cubmaster of Roseville, MI Pack 1402. An avid tennis player, Bob won City Championships and was always ready to step onto the court in whatever position was needed. In his retirement years, he discovered a wonderful talent for creating stained glass and cherished every moment spent fishing at the lake with his grandchildren. A constant fixture in their lives, he was always there to cheer them on at music recitals, baseball games, and swimming competitions. Bob will be forever remembered as a kind and gentle soul who deeply loved his family. Survivors include: wife, Rosalee Deslyper of Ball Ground; daughter, Amy Herrmann (John) of Ball Ground; grandchildren, John Herrmann (Caitlin) of Chattanooga, TN, Tarrah Frye (Bradley) of Nashville, TN, Taylor Herrmann of Nashville, TN and Benjamin Herrmann of Ball Ground; and three great grandchildren; son, Michael Deslyper (Carolyn) of Fayetteville; grandchildren, Mary, Thomas, William, and Matthew; sister-in-law, Theresa Goodes (Peter); brother-in-law, David McDeed (Stefany); sister-in-law, Kathy Sutton (David) of Australia. Nieces, nephews, and many friends also survive. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Gaston and Theresa Deslyper and his sibling, Darlene Connolly. A service will be held at Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church at 11:00 am on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Interment will follow at 2:30 pm at Georgia National Cemetery at 1080 Scott Hudgens Drive; Canton, GA 30114. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements are entrusted to the Staff of Roper Funeral Home and Crematory.