Bantle, Robert E., 88, of Boynton Beach, FL, formerly of Glastonbury, CT, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 25, 2008. Robert is predeceased by his parents August and Augusta Bantle, and brother Richard. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Ruth; son Robert; grandchildren Melissa (Steven) Gosselin and Debby (Michael) Shiebler; and great grandchildren Christopher, Samantha, Jacob, and Ryley. Funeral services will be private.