Robert Hugh Elder

Mr. Robert Hugh Elder, resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on August 26, 2024 at the age of 79. Mr. Elder was a U.S. Air Force veteran. He loved watching dirt car racing and LSU/Saints football. He is survived by his daughters, Robyn Barron (Chris), Monica McNabb; grandchildren, Haleigh McNabb, Blake McNabb (Jade), Kyleigh McNabb; great-grandchildren, Bentley and Bella McNabb; grand-dog, Diesel Barron; sister-in-law, Jeri Nicholson; nephews, Jimmy Nicholson (Rebecca), Kenn Elder; nieces, Suzanne Elder Stevens, Sandy Elder Ryder, Therese Williams, Jamie Elder Gartman (Scott) and numerous great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert Kenneth Elder and Ollie Ray Mayhugh Elder; wife, Janice Elder; brothers, Kenneth Elder, Jr., Jerry Elder, Harry Elder, Joseph Elder, Jimmy Elder and niece, Joann Bryan. Visitation will be held for Mr. Elder at Central Funeral Home Thursday, August 29, 2024 from 9:00 am until funeral services begin at 11:00 am. A private burial will follow the funeral service. Chris Barron, Chris Bryan, Blake McNabb, Patrick Hackler and Matt Smith will serve as pallbearers. The family would like to extend their gratitude to Kathleen Fitzgerald for the outstanding care given to Mr. Elder. Central Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.