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Diane Evans Allen
December 28, 2024
Bob was more my older brother than my cousin. My earliest core memories involve Bobby when I was a young child. He seemed to be 7 feet tall and always humored my requests to carry me on his shoulders, even when it needed to dip low and get under the door frame. He made himself late to high school because I wanted to be walked into my kindergarten class and he didn't have the heart to say no. He let me tag along when he went to the store and taught me to love Dr Pepper with peanuts. He let me drive the mule drawn tobacco cart down the path and took the blame when I almost drove it into the ditch. He always found the humor in life and made light of difficulties. In the last few years he has been a confidant and wise advisor and I'll treasure every minute we had together. I love you cousin. Sandy, I know he loved you to most to be sure.
Uncle Bobby at the river, October '23 with Stephen and Virginia Yakaboski and their nephew Kaynen
October 25, 2024
Virginia Yakaboski
October 25, 2024
Uncle Bobby, my moms first cousin which actually made him my second cousin, made several visits over the years back here in NC and maintained connections with our family closely in the past few years. I remember the photos he would send to us of the monster bucks he would harvest and for almost 5 years I would go on and on to my husband and insist he would love Bobby when he finally met him. Last October, uncle Bobby was able to join our family on vacation to the river and my husband immediately formed the connection I knew he would, being an avid hunter himself. We will treasure the stories and tales shared, especially that one weekend last October, and tell our children about their awesome uncle Bobby who was an ecclectic and warm person, generous in stories, full of steadiness, wit, and humor. He is greatly missed but I'm so thankful for the times we did have in the last few years and for the impression he made on my own family.
Delmas Parker
October 25, 2024
While I only met Bob a couple times we connected immediately due to our service in Vietnam. A pleasant respectful man. Peace be with Bob and his family.
Junior Westfall
October 23, 2024
I am saddened to hear of Bobs passing , he was a true friend an a great person , heart felt prayers go out to his wife Sandy an family R.I.P my friend
Kevin & Janice Hunter
October 22, 2024
To a truly good friend and hunting mentor, I thank you for all memories we shared, miss you buddy.
Mike &karen Devault
October 22, 2024
Bob was a kind man that had a soft spoken way about him .he loved god ,his wife ,dog,and many friends.l don’t think anyone loves hunting and the great outdoors more than him.he was a great friend to our family for many years.he will be greatly missed but fondly remembered.
Tammy Hussell
October 22, 2024
Dear Sandy, I send my deepest sympathy. I’m so sorry for your loss, heartbreaking !!
I so enjoyed all my visits with the two of you, so peaceful & always felt so welcomed. I’ll always remember all his neat stories & that precious smile of his, such a wonderful man !! May GOD wrap his loving arms around you during this difficult time. May angels lead him in..
Holding you tight in my thoughts & prayers, Tammy Hussell
Kay Graham
October 21, 2024
I truly enjoyed the "good sit on the porch" with Bob. Some of the most interesting conversations.
Dave Mullins
October 21, 2024
Bob was an old friend and one of the best, always a joy to be around. I will surely miss him. Rest in peace buddy.
Bill Morton
October 20, 2024
Bob was a special guy. He knew more about nature than anyone I know. What a pleasure to be around him. I’m sure going to miss him.
Bob & Kurtis
Kurtis Strohm
October 20, 2024
We were deeply saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. Bob was a true great friend to have, he became our family, he was a humble, kind Man, He always had a story to share with us. We couldn’t wait for him to come Visit! So many wonderful memories we will cherish forever. Our kids thought the world of him. He will be missed dearly in our family!
Kurtis, Brittney, Will & Klaira
Hutsonville Illinois
Rob ( and Randi Lea) Kimes
October 20, 2024
Bob was a good neighbor and friend.
He served his country and was always there for someone in need. He will be missed.
CHARLENE Kempfer
October 20, 2024
WE ARE SO SAD WILL MISS BOB HERE IN FLORIDA GOING ON THE SWAMP BUGGY RIDES HUNTING WITH US ! KNOW BOB IS WITH OUR GOD ! LOVE ❤ THE KEMPFER FAMILY - DEER PARK FL.
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