Robert was born in Springfield IL on April 28th, 1941. He was married to Dorothy Holzworth on August 23rd, 1968, who preceded him in death. Robert proudly served the nation during a 20-year career in the Navy. After leaving the Navy he worked for the College of Lake County and then for the US Postal Service. He is a lifetime member of the DAV and the Fleet Reserve.
Referred to as Grandaddy by all family members, he was an avid NASCAR fan, enjoyed his family.
He is survived by three Children, Suzan Deltona FL, Robert, Tampa FL, Rick, Jacksonville FL. Six grandchildren, Ryan, Jewel, Cole, Fawn, Tia, Richard, sixteen great grandchildren, one great great grandchild. Two brothers, James and William of Oakland FL.
Family and friends will gather for Visitation at Deltona Memorial Funeral Home, 1295 Saxon Blvd., Orange City Florida, from 10 am to 11 am on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. Funeral Services will begin at 11 a.m. in the Deltona Memorial Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Clint Kandle officiating. Interment will follow at Deltona Memorial Gardens Cemetery behind the funeral home.