Robert served his country in the US Air Force from 1962 to 1966. He was a consultant for the city of Menifee. Robert enjoyed fishing, and hunting and was a member of the Elks Lodge of Riverside.
Robert is survived by his wife of 23 years, Sharon of Sun City; his children Mike, Brandon, Teresa, Richard and Tarry and their families; several grandchildren and two great grandchildren; his siblings, Gary, Michael and Shelly.