Bob German

Bob German passed away unexpectedly on November 6, 2026, in Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania, at the age of 70.

Bob was the beloved and cherished husband and partner of Donna Goldhorn for 28 years.

He is survived by his son, Ben German; his stepchildren, Rob Fuhs (Anne), Steve Fuhs (Melissa Vacchiano), Ryan Fuhs, and Joni Fuhs (Kevin Lutz); and his special grandchild, Ava Fuhs. He also leaves behind his two beloved fur babies, Stella Blue and Jerry Garcia, who held a very special place in his heart.

Bob was born on December 13, 1955, and grew up in Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania, the third of four children born to William and Dorothy German.

He graduated from Upper Darby High School in 1973 and went on to attend Kutztown University. Bob spent many years working in the printing industry before finding his way into Narcotics Anonymous through his own journey of recovery. That experience ultimately led him to a new calling: helping others.

He devoted many years to working in the recovery field and eventually became a student at Drexel University, where he majored in Chemistry. He was especially proud of having helped write a chemistry textbook.

While serving as a teaching assistant at Drexel, Bob volunteered in inner-city Philadelphia high schools, bringing science projects and hands-on learning experiences to students in schools where others were sometimes hesitant to go. He believed in reaching people, sharing knowledge, and making a difference.

Some of Bob’s happiest times were spent in the Florida Keys, especially Islamorada, Florida. He loved fishing in the back bays with his good friend and fellow Deadhead, Jeff Oughton. The Keys also held a very special place in his heart because it was there, on the beach in Key West, that he married Donna in 2008.

Bob also cherished his trips to Oregon, where he spent time with his childhood friend, Jeff Burke, creating memories and reconnecting with a lifelong friendship.

Bob had a deep love for all animals. In recent years, birds became a particular fascination. He enjoyed researching the woodpeckers that had recently discovered his bird feeder, always curious to learn more about the creatures around him.

From the 1970s through the 1990s, Bob followed the Grateful Dead, traveling across the country to attend hundreds of shows. The music was more than entertainment; it was a way of life and a source of lifelong friendships.

In more recent years, Bob was just as happy staying close to home, finding live music wherever it could be found and dancing whenever the music moved him. Along the way, he made countless friendships that meant the world to him. These friends became more than friends; they became family.

Throughout his life, Bob was always willing to volunteer and lend a helping hand wherever there was a need. Whether supporting someone on their journey of recovery, selling chances at the Devon Horse Show, working at the polls, tutoring a student in math, caring for an elderly friend, or shoveling snow for a neighbor, Bob was always ready to pitch in. He loved being part of something bigger than himself and believed in showing up for others.

Even in the end, Bob continued that spirit of generosity through his participation in the Gift of Life Donor Program. In keeping with the way he lived his life, he gave others the gift of life by donating his organs.

Bob’s life was filled with music, friendship, compassion, curiosity, and a genuine desire to help others. He touched many lives in ways both big and small, and his presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Memorial Contributions

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Bob’s name to:

Gift of Life Donor Program 

401 North 3rd Street,

Philadelphia, PA 19123

 www.donors1.org/give

A Celebration of Bob’s Life

Please join us in celebrating Bob’s life in true Grateful Dead style!

Sunday, December 13, 2026 — Bob’s Birthday

Donohue Funeral Home 

8401 West Chester Pike,

Upper Darby, PA 

Visitation: Noon 

Service: 2:00 PM

Tie-dye is optional, but always welcome!

A Tribute to My Bob

With love, from Donna

For 28 years, Bob was my partner, my best friend, and the love of my life. We shared a lifetime of memories, adventures, laughter, music, and experiences that will forever be a part of me.

What I will cherish most is Bob’s love and devotion. He loved me in his own special way, and I always knew how much I meant to him. Through all of life’s chapters, we had each other, and that is something I will always be grateful for.

Bob was one of a kind. He had a curious mind, a generous heart, a passion for life, and a spirit that could never be contained. He lived life on his own terms, loved deeply, and made connections with people wherever he went.

I will miss having him beside me, sharing the little everyday moments, hearing his stories, seeing his smile, and knowing he was there. It is hard to imagine life without him, but I know that 28 years of love cannot simply disappear. It lives on in the memories, in the music, and in my heart.

Thank you, Bob, for loving me, for being my person, and for sharing 28 years of your life with me.

I will love you always.

Keep dancing, Bob. I’ll carry you in my heart wherever life takes me.