Robert Edward Wolfe Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Robert Edward Wolfe, son of George and Gladys (Maples) Wolfe, was born October 9, 1941 near Nixa, Missouri. He departed this life Saturday, September 15, 2018, in the James River Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Springfield, Missouri, at the age of seventy-six years, eleven months and six days. He was united in marriage to Shirley Kirby on August 12, 1961, and to this union one daughter was born. He later married Marie Gold on April 23, 1983, and one daughter was born to this union. Bob, as he was known to his family and friends, was a hardworking man. He drove a truck for several years for Glenstone Block out of Springfield, Missouri before beginning a long tenure with the Baldknobbers in Branson, Missouri. He drove their tour bus and also managed the Baldknobbers Motel in Branson. In his spare time, Bob enjoyed watching Westerns and listening to his favorite country music artist, Hank Williams, Jr. Bob was a car enthusiast and liked going to car shows and also watching drag racing. He also enjoyed being outdoors while going horseback riding, but especially loved spending time with his grandchildren. He was a member of the Truck Drivers Association, the Eagles Lodge and was also a member of the Riverdale Baptist Church. Bob leaves to cherish his memory five daughters: Michelle Whitener (Jodie) of Nixa, MO, Bobbi Gray (Chris) of Rogersville, MO, Donna Wilson (Jim) of Republic, MO, Teresa White (Steve) of Jenks, OK and Christy Ray (Jarrod) of Clever, MO; ten grandchildren: Niki Luce, Codi Luce, Javen and Jackson Gray, Sam Crawford, Travis and Ethan Meeks, and Zackary, Jacob and Cortlynn Ray; six great grandchildren; one sister: Katie Mabe of Nixa, MO; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Bob was preceded in death by his parents: Jack and Gladys Wolfe; wife: Marie Wolfe; and one sister: Rhoda Lou. Bob will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all those that knew and loved him. Celebration of Life Services will be held at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, September 22, 2018 in the Elm Grove United Methodist Church of Rogersville, MO under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert.

Robert Edward Wolfe

October 9, 1941 - September 15, 2018