Robert Clifford Nelson

Robert Clifford Nelson obituary, Asheboro, NC

Robert Clifford Nelson

Robert Nelson Obituary

Visit the Pugh Funeral Home - Asheboro website to view the full obituary.

Robert “Bobby” Clifford Nelson, age 77 of Asheboro, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at the Randolph Hospice House.

Bobby was born on March 11, 1948 in Randolph County NC, to James and Dorothea Stout Nelson. Bobby worked for 30 years in different capacities in the construction industry. He proudly served his country during the Vietnam War as a member of the United States Army. When he wasn’t working, Bobby loved to play golf. In addition to his parents, Bobby was preceded in death by his faithful canine companion, Pookie.

Bobby is survived by his daughter, Becky Nelson; sisters, Cletus Price, Wanda Lineberry (Dewey), Althea Webb (David), and Alma Martin (John); and several cousins, nieces, and nephews.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 from 1:00 pm to 1:45 pm at Pugh Funeral Home, 437 Sunset Ave., Asheboro. A memorial service will follow at 2:00 pm in the Glenn “Mac” Pugh Chapel with Rev. Gary Mason officiating.

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Pugh Funeral Home - Asheboro

437 Sunset Ave., Asheboro, NC 27203

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