Dr. Robert M. Woodburn

Dr. Robert M. Woodburn, 78, of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida passed away peacefully on July 23, 2014 after a period of declining health. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 22, 1935 to Betty and John Woodburn. The oldest of five siblings, he grew up in Paoli, Indiana. Robert, a graduate of Indiana University School of Dentistry, moved to Ft. Lauderdale in 1960, where he practiced for 35 years. He was involved with many civic and faith organizations. Serving in the Florida Legislature from 1980-1982, he represented eastern Broward County. An accomplished saxophone player, Robert performed with a number of organizations in the area. He was pre-deceased by his parents and is survived by his sons, John Woodburn of Tallahassee, Florida and Brett Woodburn formerly of Ft. Lauderdale and sisters Carol Woodburn of Pompano Beach, Florida; Nancy White of Bedford, Indiana; Joyce Specht of Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, and Mary Uyesugi of Paoli, Indiana; and by 15 nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at Baird-Case Funeral Home (954-492-4000) on August 30, 2014 at 2:00 pm.