Robert was born July 26, 1950 in Newark, NJ. He was employed as a truck driver for many years.
Robert was preceded in death by his father, Columbus DeJohn; brother, Thomas DeJohn; and niece, Jamie DeJohn.
He is survived by his daughter, Jeneane DeJohn and future son in law, Conor Morris; mother, Virginia Sunbury DeJohn; sister, Linda Best; and brother, James DeJohn; Godchildren, Tina (Eric) Sanchez; and James II (Megan) DeJohn; nieces, Dana (Nick) Geris, Lisa Wall, and Jordan DeJohn. Many great nieces and nephews, and best friend, Mary DeJohn.
The family will receive friends 2-4pm Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at Apex Funeral Home, 550 W. Williams St, Apex, NC 27502. A prayer service will be held immediately following at 4pm at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to The Cancer Center of America and Transitions LifeCare.
Condolences may be sent to www.ApexFuneral.net