Robert Wayne Witt

1934 - 2024

Robert Wayne Witt October 13, 1934 - April 26, 2024 On April 26th, Bob Witt passed peacefully, surrounded by family and the superior staff of Hope West in Grand Junction, Colorado.

Robert Wayne Witt was born on October 13, 1934 to John and Gladys Witt of Karval, Colorado. He was the eldest of 3 sons who grew up in a humble, dry farming ranch on the plains of eastern Colorado. He graduated from Ordway High School in 1953 and Otero Junior College in 1955. He was awarded a scholarship to attend Colorado A & M. In 1957, he received his BA in Education, being the first class to graduate from the newly named CSU. There he met Nancy C. Harper of Grand Junction, CO. Following graduation, they married and moved to Texas. Bob was drafted by the Army, and was sent to Ft. Bliss to serve his country. While there, they welcomed their first daughter, Kathryn, followed by two more children, Laura and Robert. By that time, Bob had secured his first teaching job in the science department of Grand Junction Jr. High.

He was able to continue his education at Western State College of Colorado. With a Masters degree in hand, he began his lifelong career as counselor for Orchard Mesa Jr. High, until retirement.

He loved his family and God first! He faithfully served the First Baptist Church and volunteered on the boards of Western Rockies Credit Union; MVEA; Community Concerts of the Grand Valley; and raising money for the Alzheimer's Association. Bob always had an interest in gardening, geology, and astronomy.

His wife, Nancy, of 54 years, passed away in 2010 and he joined a grief group through Hospice and made many new friends...one of which was to become his second wife, Barbara Link. They were married for over 10 years. Bob was beloved by his family. He is survived by his 3 children, Kathy, Laura & Bob, 8 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren, and 2 brothers, Jim and Ronald.

The Celebration of Life will be held at the First Baptist Church on July 20, 2024 at 10 AM. A reception will follow and all are welcome. Donations can be made to Ferris Hospice Care Center-Hope West or the Alzheimer's Association.