Robert Lee Bostic

Robert Lee Bostic, 77, Montgomery, Alabama, received his ultimate healing and entered into the presence of Jesus on Tuesday, April 28, 2020. Born November 1, 1942 in Greensburg, Indiana, Bob was the youngest son of Delta & Thelma (Beach) Bostic. He graduated from Greensburg Community High School in 1960 and entered the United States Navy, earning commendations for his work in the intelligence field during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Upon completion of his Naval service, Bob returned to Greensburg where he committed to doing all he could to bring glory to Jesus through his vocation, volunteer service and family. Colossians 3:23 was a favorite scripture; Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for people. Bob served his community as a Daily News reporter/photographer, police officer, WTRE sports announcer, banker and Executive Director of the Greensburg / Decatur County Chamber of Commerce. Often referred to as "Mr Greensburg" Bob had a passion for serving the people of his hometown. For many, many years he loved leading the high school youth group at First Baptist Church. In 2007, Bob and his wife, Melissa, transitioned to Montgomery, Alabama where he continued his passion for serving people through prison ministry, homeless ministry, disaster relief ministry and mission trips. Bob was a member of Taylor Road Baptist Church where he enjoyed living out Acts 1:8 making Jesus known to the community, state and world; singing in the choir, leading small groups, participating in elementary school Good News Clubs and Reality & Truth homeless ministry. Bob married his wife Melissa on October 14, 1995 and she survives. He is also survived by five children; Kimmy (Bob) Herbert, Debbie (Scott) Taylor, Matthew (Andrea) Bostic, Jason (Michelle) Bostic and Jared (Rachel) Bostic. One of Bob's very favorite activities was to support and encourage his fifteen grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren; Jason (Sydney) Herbert, Joshua Herbert, Jacob (Katelyn) Herbert, Zachary Taylor, Alea (Joel) Hunt, Jackson Taylor, Olivea Bostic, McKay Taylor, Emmy Bostic, Ethan Bostic, Trey Bostic, Emmelyne Bostic, Levi Bostic, Colt Bostic, Knox Bostic, Emery Herbert, Harrison Herbert, Rowen Bostic and soon to be born, Anderson Herbert. Bob also leaves a host of people that feel like his child/grandchild! Bob married his Joanie in 1961 and she preceded him in death on April 27, 1995. Also preceding him in death were his parents and brothers, Lester D, (Chick), Theron James (Jim) and Leland Thomas (Tom). An outdoor service will be held at Alabama Heritage Cemetery in Montgomery. Alabama at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 2, 2020. Friends and family may attend the graveside service while maintaining social distancing. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Taylor Road Baptist Church Prison Ministry, Montgomery, Alabama.