Robert Lee Rife, 62, of Columbus, passed away April 6, 2021. Robert was born May 12, 1958 in Columbus, OH to the late Charles and Elizabeth (Pyne) Rife. He worked at The Ohio State University as an electrician. Robert will be deeply missed by his wife Laura; children Amber Kelley, Paul Clifford, Abigail Rife; grandchildren Benjamin, Makayla, Emilee, Paul Jr., McKenna, Charlotte; siblings Keith Rife, Brad Rife, Tina Lapolla, Carol Jean Rife along with many other family and friends. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 13, 2021 from 5pm until the time of Memorial Service at 7pm.