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Robert Larry Masingale, 80, of Cleveland, TN passed away on July 23, 2025. He was born on February 5, 1945 to the late Austin and Allie Masingale.
Bobby was a lifelong resident of Cleveland and he loved playing cards, watching car racing and spending time with his family. He was a well known automotive dealer for many years. Bobby was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
In addition to his mother and father, he is preceded in death by his wife, Wanda Masingale; daughter Kandi Edwards (Scott Grady); son Willie Edwards; siblings: Johnnie, Leona, Shirley, Fleta, Jewell, Juanita, Wayne, Dillard, Cecil, and Gene.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory his grandchildren: Amber Edwards (Nick Oswalt), Derek Grady "Big Boy" (Gracie King); great grandchildren: Jeremiah Scott, Jaylee Scott, and Morgan Oswalt; brother in law Jackie Smith (Julie) and sister in law Jeri Smith. He also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members and friends.
Bobby's family will receive friends from 1pm until 3pm on Wednesday July 30th in the Cleveland Chapel of Companion Funeral Home located at 2415 Georgetown Road NW, Cleveland, TN 37311. A celebration of life service will follow the visitation at 3pm. He will be laid to rest at Moores Chapel Cemetery.
You are invited to share a personal memory of Bobby or your condolences with his family at his online memorial located at www.companionfunerals.com.
2412 Georgetown Rd NW P.O. Box 5057, Cleveland, TN 37311

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