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Robert R. Pafford Sr.

1939 - 2025

BORN

1939

DIED

2025

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Robert R. Pafford, Sr.

February 28, 1939 - June 5, 2025

Robert Raymond Pafford Sr., a beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away on June 5, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on February 28, 1939, Robert lived a life filled with hard work, service, and a love for his family. A proud veteran, he served in the Army from April 6, 1957, until January 23, 1965, and carried the values he learned into all aspects of his life. Survived by children Roberta, Kenneth, Rhonda, Robert, Chelsey, Jackie, Carrie, Tim, as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who will carry on his legacy of compassion and dedication. Also survived by brother David, sister-in-law Kathy, niece Keri See, and other nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Heith Pafford, Anna-May Stull, Donna Pafford, Deborah Smith, Theadore Pafford, Norma Pafford, Ted Pafford, Wanda Young, and Larry Young. Celebration of Life 2:00 p.m., July 12 at the 4H Building at Saunders County Fairgrounds in Wahoo. The Nebraska Cremation Society. 402-200-3366. nebraskacremation.com.

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Published by Omaha World-Herald on Jun. 29, 2025.

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July 1, 2025

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