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Joe was born on October 6, 1960, in Madera, California, to the late Richard and Mary (Neves) Robarts. He married the love of his life Dawn Bowman on September 28, 2008, in Madera, CA. Dawn preceded him in death on January 12, 2025.
Joe worked for many years as an auctioneer in the wrecking scrap yard industry.
In his spare time, Joe was passionate about motorcycles, fast cars, and putting together car, plane, and ship models. He enjoyed watching western TV shows and was a simple man who cherished spending time with his children and grandchildren.
Joe is survived by four children: Raelyne (Matt) Fugate of Wooster, Joseph (Samantha) Bowman of Spring Creek, NV, Brandon (Nicole) Robarts of Staten Island, NY, and Lauren Pruett of Wooster; five grandchildren, Abigail, Mitchyll, Cole, Harper, and Lucas; and two great-grandchildren, Brentley and Paisley.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Dawn Rae Robarts; his father, Richard Robarts; and his mother, Dorthy Robarts.
Per Joe's wishes there will be no services, and cremation will take place.
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Tina (DeSanti) Nash
March 17, 2025
Joe, I'm sorry that you are gone. But I have solice in the fact that you are with Dawn. Rest in peace. You will be missed.
Linda Faso
March 11, 2025
My parents Charles and Sophie Faso were good friends with Joe´s dad, Richard Robert´s, and I believe Joe lived close by. Richard would stop by daily for morning coffee and conversation. So sad to hear about Joe.
Christy stockli
March 3, 2025
You were always a great friend you will be missed
Donna Harvey Stephens
March 3, 2025
Joe, this made me cry. Richard and I spent many bus rides with you and became good lifelong friends. Rest in peace Joe
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Benny Munoz
March 3, 2025
I last connected with you on February 1st Koe and you told me about losing your wife and now you´re gone! Wow Joe you were a good friend and we made a lot of memories growing up. Rest easy my friend.
Richy luker
March 3, 2025
I don´t even know what to write here Joe we´ve lost so many people. I just really never thought it would be your time. I love you more than words can be put on this page. I met you as a freshman in high school and for some reason we just hit it off. We had a lot of friends, but we were best friends and stayed best friends for over 50 years. I´m a little jealous that you´re in heaven and I´m still here without you. I love you, brother. I miss you until my last breath and then I´ll see ya. your brother Richy.
Ron Martinez
March 3, 2025
Joe I will never forget those talks you helped me with when my life was not going in the right direction and being a good friend of my dads I hope you guys see eachother up there
Curtis
March 3, 2025
May God embrace you with His Peace, Comfort, and Love. May your family experience the same during this time of grief and loss.
Charles K Steinhauer
March 3, 2025
My brother Joe. You were more of a brother to me than my own brothers were. Soo sorry that you had to go. But God and Dawn needed you more. I am glad that you can have peace now. I am going to miss the times we had and all of the laughs we shared reminiscing about the past.
I bid you farewell and will see you later. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Good bye for now brother Joe.
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March 1, 2025
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