Robert "Bob" was born to Robert Werner and Maryanne Kelly in Cincinnati, Ohio, on October 24th, 1948. After joining the Marine Corps. to serve his country, he spent time working on aeronautical electronics. Bob returned to Charlotte County, where he went to work in the plaster and stucco construction industry.
Bob later went to work for the Desoto County Correctional Institution, where he retired after 25 proud years of service.
Bob married his best friend, Betty (BJ) May, on January 26, 1973. They spent 51 wonderful years together. They have two sons, Robert Werner II, and Michael (Tonia) Werner. He is also the proud grandfather of six grandchildren: Robert Werner III, Mikayla (Brandon) Reyes, Savannah Werner, Wyatt Werner, Michael Werner Jr., and Justin Werner. His two great-granddaughters, Sophia Reyes and Reagen Werner, were the apples of his eye.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, as well as his sister Cathy Farley.