Robert Cecil Lederhouse
May 10, 1948 - July 15, 2025
"May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back May the sunshine warm your face, the rain fall soft upon your fields.."
Obituary of Robert Cecil Lederhouse
In Loving Memory of Robert (Bob) Cecil Lederhouse. Robert Cecil Lederhouse passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025, at the age of seventy-seven.
Born to the late Cecil King Lederhouse and Louise Ophelia (Fiegl) Lederhouse. He graduated as Valedictorian from Starpoint High School in 1965, a testament to his intellect, dedication, and early pursuit of excellence. He earned his Bachelor of Science and Doctorate at Cornell University. He then began his academic career at Rutgers University. He later served as a professor at Michigan State University, where he specialized in entomology, evolutionary biology, and ecology. Robert co-edited Swallowtail Butterflies: Their Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (1995), a landmark work in the field.
During his retirement, Bob learned to play bridge. He played in both competitive and social games, enjoying the camaraderie among the players. Bob was an avid sports fan, with a special interest in hockey.
He is survived by his brothers Paul (late Teresa), James (Greta), Joseph (Johnna) Lederhouse, and relatives and friends touched by his kindness and generosity.
The family will have a private burial on the morning of July 30, 2025 and host a reception later that afternoon. Anyone wishing to attend please respond by July 23, 2025 to Edward Harman at eharman@roadrunner.com.
Sorry to hear about Bobby’s Passing. He was a great and memorable classmate! WHAT AN AWESOME CAREER! RIP, Bobby! Terry Ann Carbone class of 65
So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. We had many wonderful experiences in 4-H Club and attended Cornell for undergrad and graduate school. He was a good friend and I’m sorry we lost touch after college. Rest in peace Bob.
I hadn’t seen Bob in many years but I am saddened to hear this news. I was an undergrad when I met Bob. The breadth and depth of his knowledge was immediately apparent and I wound up taking three of his classes, majoring in entomology and making a career of it. I consider myself so fortunate to have had him as a teacher and mentor. He will be missed. My condolences to his family and friends.