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ROBERT TRANTHAM Obituary
May 21, 1941 Aug. 19, 2023
Robert Andrew Trantham, 82, of El Centro, California, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, August 19, 2023.
He was born on May 21, 1941, in Portageville, Missouri, to Cleo and Martha Trantham. He graduated from Holtville High School in 1959 and joined the United States Army in 1960. He was a skilled craftsman and carpenter who enjoyed deep sea fishing, reading, and spending time with family and friends.
Robert is survived by his wife, Gloria Trantham; daughter, Susan Russel; her husband, David; and grandsons, Max and Mason. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Barbara Layton-Trantham.
A celebration of life service will be held at 10am on Friday, September 29, 2023, at Evergreen Cemetery in the military pavilion, with a reception following at Desert Trails RV Park in El Centro. In lieu of flowers, his family requests donations be made to; Homes for Our Troops www.hfotusa.org.
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Ronnie
December 18, 2024
Missing my friend.
David Tomlinson
September 29, 2023
He taught me so so much. Will be in my heart forever.
Lori Price
September 28, 2023
Our deepest sympathy to Gloria, Susan and family. I won´t ever forget you Uncle Robert! Love you!!!
VERONICA BURNEY
September 27, 2023
I will remember him always, such a wonderful person and precious family friend. Gloria we love you very much and know the pain of loosing a loved one but your faith & trust in God will get you through this.
You are in my prayers
Barbara Fusi
September 22, 2023
Robert was a dear friend. Lots of good memories. He is missed. Condolences to his family.
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