Bobby Barbour Obituary
**Obituary for Bobby Gene Barbour**
Bobby Gene Barbour of Four Oaks, NC, born on March 21, 1956, was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 10:00 PM.
Bobby was preceded in death by his father, Chester Ray Barbour, Sr., and his mother, Estelle Mitchell Barbour. He also mourned the loss of his sister, Betsy Ann Barbour, and brother, Charles Daniel Barbour.
He is survived by his son, Bobby G. Barbour of Ocean Isle, NC; daughter, Gloria Denise Mitchell of Princeton, NC; and son, Brian (Red) Rose of Princeton, NC. Bobby is also survived by his siblings: Chester Ray Barbour Jr., Debra Susan Barbour, Janice Marie Barbour, Terry Lynn Barbour, and Pamela Dale Barbour, all of Four Oaks, NC. He leaves behind a cherished family, including many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, and numerous cousins.
Bobby Gene Barbour will be deeply missed by all who knew him. His memory will remain in the hearts of his loved ones forever.
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