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Robert Sellers Obituary
NEWARK: A Homegoing Service for Robert Lee Sellers, Sr., 68 of Newark, will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 30, 2015 at the Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, 383 Washington Street, Newark with Rev. Dr. Michael A. Noble, Sr. officiating. Burial will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery.
Bobby passed away quietly in his sleep on Saturday, January 24, at 3:40 am at the Selma Markowitz Care Center. Affectionately known as "Big Bob," he was born the baby boy of five children on December 22, 1946, to Charles and Lucille (Moorer) Sellers in Newark. Bobby enjoyed playing basketball as a child; he was a starting player for Newark High School and he was later inducted into the Newark High Sports Hall of Fame in 2000 along with his son, Bobby, Jr. Bobby married his high school sweetheart, Magdaline "Beany" (Brown) Sellers on April 16, 1966. Shortly after wedding Beany, Bobby enlisted in the US Army where he served for four years. Following active duty service Bobby served in the National Guard. He worked and retired from Rockwell International. Bobby always had a mind to work for himself and to be his own boss; he had several lawn and snow clearing services. Bobby lived hard and played hard; he enjoyed life to the fullest. Bobby loved all his children in his own special way. He was a member of the American Legion and the Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church.
Bobby is survived by his nine children, Martinez Sellers, Lisa Ghiloni, Daniel Bright, Robert Sellers, Jr., Tosha Sellers, Christopher Cabiness, Nia (Will) Spivey, Kayleigh Laughman and Quincy Sellers; and his 15 grandchildren, Rayven Sellers, Khalif Murrell, Isaiah Taylor, Christian Sellers, Mya Taylor, Paxton Bright, Destiny Miller, Unique Miller, Anika Cabiness, Cameron Spivey, Kyon Miller, Brendyn McCoy, Braxton McCoy, Aria Cabiness, and Samiyah Spivey. Bobby is also survived by his siblings, Bernice (Art) Matthews, Earline Sellers, and Olivia Thomas; and special friends, Mary Farmer and Ralph Franklin.
Preceding Bobby in death were his mother, Lucille Sellers; brother, Lee Sellers; and a niece, Audrey Matthews.
Friends and family may visit 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, January 29, 2015 at VENSIL & CHUTE FUNERAL HOME, 1850 W. Main Street, Newark.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Sellers
Tom Gartner
February 3, 2015
My condolences to the family on the death of Bobby! I've known Bobby most of my life and played many sports with him. Also seen him at the Legion many times over the past few years! R.I.P. Bobby
Antoinette Marshall
February 2, 2015
I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. I can still see that smile and hear that voice. He and my late dad, Tom Marshall probably played pool or golf together.
Jodi Ghiloni
February 2, 2015
May the Peace of God be with you through this difficult time. I will miss his big beautiful smile.
Ted Handel
February 1, 2015
Bobby
You will be missed by your fiends and family.I always enjoyed our times down at Buffalos
May God bless you and your family
Brent Jones
February 1, 2015
I will miss you my brother. Life long friends are a rare a valued blessing. May god welcome you. And I will never forget you. My condolences to the family.
Beverly Finklea
January 31, 2015
Praying for the family during this time of loss. Bobby will be remembered fondly. Weeping may endure for the night but joy comes in the morning.
Gary Berry
January 31, 2015
My prayers go out to the family. Bobby was a good guy always smiling and talking about his kids . Rest in peace.
Karen Richards
January 30, 2015
~ Bobby was a sweetheart of a good man, heart & soul. May he Rest In Peace with Jesus.
Adam and Courtenay Stypula
January 30, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with the a Sellers family. We will always remember Bobby's laugh and smile. Sorry for your loss.
M. Wright/family
January 30, 2015
Prayers with the family
John Lawrence
January 30, 2015
Bobby you were inspirational the way you conducted yourself on and off the court. Thanks for being a role model. You will be missed but not forgotten.
Mike Flowers
January 30, 2015
Bobby was a good friend that always had a smile & kinds words. I enjoyed seeing him when I got back in town & we would talk about the good old days. The world would be a better place if more people were like him. My prayers to the family.
Bob Evans Sr,
January 29, 2015
My entire family condolences to the Sellers family. Bobby was a good friend and we discussed many topics, mainly about our youth needing guidance to prevent crime and getting a proper education. I will surely miss our conversations. He was a very caring person. May God comfort his family during their hours of need.
Tina (Sly-Dog) Jones
January 29, 2015
My condolences to the Sellers family. I will miss Big Bobby and the crazy things we got into with those bikes.May god bless and keep you.You are in my prayers.
Ellen & Gene Brown Jones
January 29, 2015
We wish there was something we could say or do to soften your grief. The family are in our prayers.Rest in peace Brother-in-law. Our love and heartfelt sympathy to the family.
Babette & Larry Key
January 29, 2015
There is little one can say at a time like this. But I like you to know that we are thinking of your family, and you have my heartfelt sympathy.Your father had a rich and full life and lived every minute of it.You will miss him,as we all will.But time and fond memories of him good and bad will bring comfort to you.Please accept our sincere condolences and let us know if there anything we can do.
TERRY LOHRMAN
January 29, 2015
Bob was a pleasure to be around and always laughing. Will miss our laughs and conversations.
R.I.P. BOBBY
E Brice Kibler
January 29, 2015
Bobby was my friend! He had a lasting hug and a relationship that I'll never forget!
Jackie Hill
January 29, 2015
Sorry for your lost.
We will always remember the times spent down on mill street.Bobby may be at rest but he will never be forgotten.
Look to the the hills from which your strength cometh.
With prayers,
Jackie ,Mark Hill and Debbie(Hill) Hamilton.
Robery Holland
January 29, 2015
I will always remember Bobby
for the friendship he gave me.
May God give his family comfort and
peace. I will keep them in prayer.
Marcella Allen
January 29, 2015
Prayers for the Sellers family. Sorry for your loss. Bobby "John Travolta" Sellers will be truly missed.
Jeff Jones
January 29, 2015
My first introduction to Bobby was watching him and his teammates play high school basketball in '64-65 which gave me much enjoyment as a boy. Was priveleged to meet him later while coaching Marty at MCLL and wishing I could coach Bobby Jr. We were able to enjoys some fun times...will miss his infectious smile,laughter and competitive spirit. Thoughts and prayers to the Sellers family.He will be missed by many.
Ron and Carole Caampbell
January 29, 2015
Sorry for your loss
Duane Bebout
January 29, 2015
Sorry to hear about Bobby & really enjoyed watching him play basketball in high school. Also worked with him at Rockwell. He will be missed greatly.
James McMillian
January 28, 2015
To the Sellers family, so sorrow to hear about your love one, no matter how often death comes we never get use to it,but God always has joy to gives back to us in times of sorrow Because He is Lord of Lords,earth has no sorrows, that heaven can not cure.remember He is just a prayer away,we shall keep your family in our. Prayer God bless.
Lori Mike Bre'Ana Crislyn Felix
January 28, 2015
So sorry for your loss. The Sellers Family will be in our prayers. Bobby will be greatly missed!
Carla Oliver
January 28, 2015
You are all in my prayers. Bobby was a good man.
Karen Dickerson
January 28, 2015
My deepest condolences to the whole family. Bobby always could put a smile on your face. I was 14 when I first met him through Tommie Cochran & it has been a pleasure knowing him all these years. Rest in peace my friend.
January 28, 2015
Our prayers go out to the family and friends who loved Bobby. Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Bobby is at peace now. He's on the other side of the Jordan!!
Jeff and Priscilla (Scott) Hammonds.
January 28, 2015
To the Family,we are sorry for your loss. MR.MRS.LEAROY/ DANIELLE MCINTYRE
DeAndre "D.D." Smith & Family
January 28, 2015
Big Bob this is a suppose be a good home going but when I can't tell you how much I respect you and the wisdom you return, the smiles you put on everyones face can not be replace I love you like a father Big Bob all my condolence to your family thanks for sharing My Guy
Melvin & Michele Royster
January 28, 2015
"BIG BOB", sure gonna miss that vibrant smile and your vigorous laughter.You have left a positive legacy of your many accomplishments and achievements. To the family, we extend to you our prayers of comfort and sympathy as you go through this difficult time. God Bless You All.
frances Franklin
January 28, 2015
Deepest sympathy to the Sellers family. A friend is gone but I'll always see your smile and hear your laugh. Be at peace, Bobby.
frances Franklin
January 28, 2015
Deepest sympathy to the Sellers family. A friend is gone but I'll always see your smile and hear your laugh. Be at peace, Bobby.
Sally Smith
January 28, 2015
I watched Bobby play basketball for Coach Schenk. He was a pleasure to watch. He and Coach Schenk can watch basketball together now with Willie.
veronica hadnot
January 28, 2015
Thank God for giving us the priveledge to knowBobby and family..Prayers are with All Mackie and Ronnie.
January 28, 2015
To the Sellers family,
May God give the family peace and comfort during this time of sorrow. I will keep you in my prayers. Always remember,
Weeping May endure for the night but joy cometh in the morning. Psalms 30:5
Greg Jones
January 28, 2015
We shared a lot of laughs and good times. Both Helen and I send our thoughts and prayers to the entire family.
Donna Tanner
January 28, 2015
Many thoughts and prayers for Tosha and the Sellers Family during this heart breaking time.
Ralph Howard, Jr.
January 28, 2015
I first met Bobby in Little Legue at Mound City Little League back in 1958. He was our catcher and he always had a smile on his face. Of course I saw him play basketball at Newark High School. He will surely be missed by those who knew him. Our thoughtw nd prayers go out to the family in this difficult time. May GOD comfort the family in this time of sorrow. Ralph & Linda Howard
John Wallace
January 28, 2015
Bobby was a great guy to talk to. I always talked to him at the Newark BB games. He sure was proud of Bobby Jr. He will be missed at the games.
January 28, 2015
Every time I was in Newark for a basketball game, I looked forward to seeing Bobby with that beautiful smile and his infectious personality. Miss you. Gordie Johnson
Annette Lindsay
January 28, 2015
To the Sellers family, Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Bobby always had a smile on his face when everI saw him,he will be greatly missed. Blessings to all.
Gretchen Mack (Young)
January 28, 2015
Thoughts and prayers Marty, Tosha and Bobby Jr. Many great memories of your Dad. You were great neighbors.
January 28, 2015
condolences with admiration, gary chaconas, Lincoln lion '64
Cierra Fifield
January 28, 2015
Praying for the family. Sorry for your loss!
Al Crank
January 28, 2015
Lisa May God bless you and your family from the crank family
Kenya and Misti Black
January 28, 2015
Our prayers and thoughts are with you Tosha and Bobby Jr. Your dad was very special to us. May your family find peace in God in this time of sadness.
keyanna cabiness
January 28, 2015
Big Bobby was one of the greats....Your family is in my prayers
Nick & Diane Esworthy
January 28, 2015
God Bless
January 28, 2015
Rest in peace Bobby.
Your EastEnd friend,
Everett Hollingshead
Calvin Ladd
January 28, 2015
May God keep you now and forever
Mr. Sellers. Hold steadfast to the Lord for He will be your everything. My condolences to the family and I will be praying for you all, may God Bess you all.
Karen Williams
January 28, 2015
God bless you and your family Lisa. He sounds like he was a wonderful man and father
Randy Dingey
January 28, 2015
As a co-worker at Rockwell International, Bobby was a great worker and friend. He will be sadly missed. My deepest sympathy to the Sellers family during this difficult time.
David Deuschle
January 28, 2015
Linda and I are so glad we stopped by the hospice to see you this past Saturday before you went to see the Lord. You were a wonderful man and friend to the both of us. You you be sadly missed. Loved your smile. MAY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY
January 27, 2015
You are at home with the Lord now "Big Bob". I will surely miss you my friend! May God keep and bless all the loved ones you have left behind. Love You, Mary & Eric Royster
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