Robert F. Ford

Robert F. Ford obituary

Robert F. Ford

Robert Ford Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dryer Funeral Home, Inc. on Sep. 26, 2025.
Robert Frederick Ford, age 71, of Holly passed away on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. Born the son of Frederick and Helen Ford in Pontiac, MI on January 23, 1954. Robert met Vicki, the love of his life and married her on January 22, 1977 sharing 50 years of memories together. He owned Complete Fence Company for 35 years, servicing many in the community and surrounding area. Robert was an avid fisherman, hunter and all-round outdoorsman. He loved Country Westerns, traveling and spending time with his family. Left to cherish his memories are his beloved wife, Vicki; three children, Nickole (Ryan) Nix, Shalon Burgher, Josh (Becky) Ford; 8 Grandchildren, Shelby (Harry) Smith, Breanna (John) Baker, Devon Ficarro, Megan (Allen) McCarthy, Kelcy (Dylan) Davis, Alexa (Jacob) Peel, Blake Marchi and Jaiden Ford and 8 Great Grandchildren. Robert was proceeded in death by his parents, 3 sisters, Beverly, Sharon and Donna and his two beloved dogs, Libby and Sadie. A celebration of life will take place at the American Legion, 408 S Saginaw St, Holly, MI 48442 at 3PM. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516 or the American Cancer Society PO Box 6704 Hagerstown, MD 21741.

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