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Robert Ling Obituary
Evans, GA—Robert Ling died peacefully in his home in Evans on Monday, July 27, 2020. He was born July 30, 1937 in Chilton, Texas. He received his Accounting Bachelor of Science degree from University of Maryland. He married his wife Linda on February 16, 1967. Together, they resided in the Evans area for 41 years.
Robert served in the U.S. Army for 20 years. He retired in 1984. He served in Vietnam. His military awards and decoration include; Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal with Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster, Army Achievement Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal with one Silver Knot, Army of Occupation Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with Three Bronze Stars, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry Medal with Palm, Army Meritorious Unit Commendation, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Army NCO Professional Development (3) SLC, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Sharpshooter, Rifle.
Survivors include his wife Linda Ling, brother Larry Ling of San Antonio, two sons Michael Ling and Brian Ling, a daughter and son-in-law Carol and Mo Gordy, two grandchildren, Grayson and Olivia Gordy, a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Kay and Larry Teboe, and many nieces and nephews.
Robert was proceeded in death by his father Edward Ling, mother Annie Cole, stepfather James (Bob) Cole, and brother Charles Ling.
Robert will fondly be remembered as a kind, generous, and hardworking man.
Due to covid19 regulations, private services for retired MSG. Robert Eugene Ling, 82, of Evans, Georgia will be held. Robert will be laid to rest August 5th at Georgia Veterans' Memorial Cemetery in Milledgeville, 2617 Vinson HWY, Milledgeville, GA 31061.
Flowers and donations can be sent to Linda Ling, 106 Jamaica Ct., Evans, GA 30809.
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Pat Patch Kirksey
August 9, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Emily Kent
August 3, 2020
Linda. u have my heart felt sympathy. Im sorry we arent closer in miles. I sure know how u r felling. Take all the time u need and lean on The Lord and ur family and friends. Just remember “Absent frm the body is present with the Lord”. Jesus also said He would never leave us or forsake us and He never has left my side and He has truely taken care of me and He will u also
Love always, Emily Ling Kent
Marcus Ling
August 2, 2020
My deepest condolences to the entire Ling Family.
Michael and Judy Stevens
August 1, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Albert Boudy, CW4 (Ret) USA
July 31, 2020
The Department of Georgia Disabled American Veterans thanks Robert Ling for his honorable service to our nation. And, we express our heartfelt condolences and prayers to his family on his passing. May God’s grace and peace comfort the family during their time of sorrow. May he rest in peace and may his memory be a blessing to his family and all who had the honor and privilege of knowing him. Albert Boudy, DAV Department Chaplain
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