He was born December 26, 1942, in Highland County, to the late William Floyd and Claire Marie (Snyder) Hatcher.
Robert retired as a custodian with the Augusta County Public School System.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by daughter, Lisa Kesterson and a brother, William Hatcher.
Survivors include his wife, Judy (Rickman) Hatcher; daughter, Donna Darlington and her husband Douglas “Ray” Darlington of West Virginia; two sisters, Joyce Kelley and Jean Simmons both of Highland County.
He also leaves a special granddaughter, Misty Rae Darlington of Springhill, Florida and a number of nieces and nephews.
Following cremation there will be no services or visitation.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Waynesboro Chapel of Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes and Crematory.
Relatives and friends may share condolences and memories with the family online by visiting www.reynoldshamrickfuneralhomes.