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Robert Suggs Obituary
November 29, 1934 - January 22, 2022
Robert V. (Bob) Suggs died January 22, 2022. Bob was born November 29, 1934, in Lumberton, Robeson County, NC, to Willie Edward Suggs and Mary Ray Suggs. After graduating from Lumberton High School in 1953, Bob entered the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged in 1955. He graduated from Wake Forest College undergraduate in 1959 and Wake Forest School of Law in 1964, with employment at Burlington Industries in between. Bob was a civil law attorney for nearly 40 years. Additionally, he was a licensed real estate broker, and served over 20 community organizations and charities in a variety of capacities.
Bob married Gladys Phillips on July 2, 1966. They were married more than 55 years until Bob's death.
Bob is survived by his wife, Gladys Suggs; his sons, Robert Vance Suggs, II and Edward Dewitt Suggs; his sister, Shirley Gilbreath; his grandsons, Jackson Haber Brody, Braden Robert Suggs, Samuel Foard Suggs, Landon James Suggs, and Benjamin Robert Suggs; his daughters-in-law Ashley Brody Suggs and Amy Ussery Suggs.
He lived a good life.
At his request, there will be no formal visitation or service. Memorial contributions can be made to Wake Forest Law School, P.O. Box 7227, Winston-Salem, NC 27107.
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Memories and Condolences
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Nita
January 20, 2023
Uncle Bob it has been a year ago today that you left this earth to go to your heavenly home. We miss you very much everyday. We miss your smiling face, humorous whit and great hugs you gave out so freely. Love you bunches.
Joel Stockard
January 28, 2022
Bob was my mother´s employer when she worked for him at the law office. God Blessed her during that time of employment through the generosity and kindness of Bob. He was more than a boss to her and she became close to Bob´s loving family as well. Bob stayed friend with others in our family and attended special occasions such as my mother´s 80th birthday party. He was admired by all who knew him. He will be missed until we meet again in the glorious presence of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Debbie Ray Atkins
January 27, 2022
Our deepest condolences to the entire Suggs family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Robert was not only a first cousin to my dad Ted but more like a brother and dear friend. He will be missed.
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