Robert Michael Browder, Sr., 83, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2022, with his family by his side. He was born in New York to the late Henry Burnham and Julia Browder. Bob served his country in the U. S. Navy. He was a member of Bethany FWB Church where he served as Deacon. For thirty years, he was the owner/operator of Norfolk Appliance Service Company. In his spare time, he enjoyed yard work, spending time with his children and grandchildren, and keeping up with current events on his new cell phone. Bob was a humble, patient, and loving man; he will be missed by all who knew him. He was predeceased by a brother, Barry Burnham.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 64 years, Charlotte R. Browder; son, Robert Michael Browder, Jr. (Vickie); daughter, Lisa Stephens (Sam); brother, James Burnham (Patty); sister-in-law, Cathy Burnham; 5 grandchildren, Cameron Powell (Kristin), Connor Powell, Sam Stephens, Jr., Ian Browder and Kaleah Browder; and 1 great grandchild, Easton Powell.
A memorial service will be held at Bethany Freewill Baptist Church at a later date. You may offer condolences at www.woodlawnnorfolk.com