Bobby Spencer Mink

1947 - 2026

Bobby Spencer Mink obituary, 1947-2026, Salem, OR

Bobby Spencer Mink

1947 - 2026

Bobby Mink Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by City View Funeral Home and Cemetery from Jan. 17 to Jan. 18, 2026.
Bobby Spencer Mink, born August 4, 1947, in Hobart, Oklahoma, passed away January 5, 2026, in Salem, Oregon. He was the son of Troy and Mable Mink and moved to Salem in early childhood.

Bobby graduated from South Salem High School, attended Oregon State University, and earned his law degree from Willamette University College of Law. He served four years in the U.S. Navy as a Russian linguist and later had a distinguished career as an administrator in Oregon state government from 1981 until retiring in 2007.

He enjoyed golf, Oregon State football, discussions of religion and philosophy, and spending time with family.

Bobby is survived by his wife, Patrice Mink; his two sons, John and Rob Mink, whom he shared with his late wife, Cathy Mink; and his step-granddaughter, Amy Hughes. He is also survived by his brother, Mike Mink, and his sister, Brenda Mink.

A service will be held January 17 at 2:00 PM at City View Funeral Home in Salem, with a reception to follow.

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