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Bobby Rager Obituary
Gallatin, TN
Age 79, passed away January 14, 2016.
Survived by his wife of 42 years, Wink Rager; son, Scott Rager (Dorothy); daughter, Sherri Rager; grandchildren, Bradley Rager (Jessica), Becca Tvaroch (Anthony), Derrick Stotts, Jenna Stotts, Izzy Rager, Jake Stotts, and Sara Dunn; brother, Jimmy Rager (Nancy); sisters, Brenda Davis and Virginia Gleaves (Smiley); 3 great-grandchildren.
He served his country in the Air National Guard. Bobby was a Vietnam Veteran and a member of the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 240, the VFW Post 9851, GWRRA, and the Bluegrass Country Club.
He was the Past President of Real Estate Investors of Nashville and served on the Board of Directors for Hope and Healing at Hillenglade.
Bobby was a member of the Al Menah Flying Fezzes and rode in the Al Menah Motor Corps Heavyweight Division.
Visitation at Phillips-Robinson Hadley Chapel Sunday from 2-8pm with the Masonic Service at 7pm, and Monday from 12pm until the time of service at 2pm, Pastor Tom Holt officiating.
Graveside services will be conducted Wednesday at 1pm at Middle-TN State Veterans Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers please make memorials to Hope and Healing at Hillenglade, www.hillenglade.org.
Phillips-Robinson Funeral Home Hadley Chapel, 1700 Hadley Ave. (615)847-1010.
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Memories and Condolences
for Bobby Rager
January 19, 2016
So sorry to learn the loss of Bobby...We go a long way back and was a good neighbor and a good brother. We just saw Wink at another funeral just after Christmas....So sorry for the loss as I know he will be missed by everyone. Wink and family we are thinking of you and the family...
Ron & Jerrie Batson
Port Orange Fl
Dorothy Barry
January 18, 2016
Sending my condolences to the family of Bobby E. Rager. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. He was a friend to so many veterans and was involved with various projects to assist veterans in the community. He will be missed, especially his smile and great sense of humor. RIP Bobby!!! Dorothy, one of his veteran friends in VVA, Chapter 240.
Kenny Johnson
January 17, 2016
Just received email so sorry for your loss prayers for family Bobby was a special friend and brother and always Made me feel welcome and par of family he will be greatly missed by us all
Karen White
January 17, 2016
So sorry for your loss
Terry Lancaster
January 16, 2016
Godspeed.
Bob and Muff Young
January 16, 2016
We just received your email and we are very sorry for your loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We love you, Bob and Muff Young
Debbie Stephens
January 16, 2016
I am so sorry! Your faith and strength are amazing and inspiring. Prayers for you and your family for God's peace, comfort, and strength through this sad and difficult time.
Anna Given
January 16, 2016
Just received your email and quite a shock to hear about Bob. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know God can comfort in many ways and I'm sure he is with you at this time. God bless!
Dixie Tanksley
January 16, 2016
Our family is sending our condolences to you at this time of grieving. Please accept our sincere sorrow at your loss. There just never seems to be words to fully express what one endures at a time like this. May God Bless.
Glen and Carol Haley
January 16, 2016
We are so sad to hear about Bob. Heaven Has received a Great Man that We have learned to Love and Resect
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