Robert Dobbs, 63, of Springfield, left this life to meet our Lord, Savior and Creator on August 14, 2012 . Robert was born to Christine and Bob Dobbs on February 10, 1949 in Neosho, Missouri. Robert graduated from Neosho High School and went on to obtain his Bachelor’s Degree and, later on his Allied Science Degree. Robert worked for several years in retail management, and later worked as a Respiratory Therapist. Robert married Ann Dobbs on December 21, 1969 in Neosho, Missouri. Robert was a member of Faith Lutheran Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Christine Dobbs and his two infant sons Brandon Lee and Collin Dean Dobbs. He is survived by his wife Ann Dobbs; two children , Kristin Lynn Dobbs of St. Louis and Kyle Aaron Dobbs and wife Sarah of Brooklyn New York; one grandson Greyson Alexander Dobbs; one brother, Bill Dobbs and wife Karen of Noel Missouri ; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of friends and family .
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. on August 18, 2012, at Greenlawn Funeral Home North, with burial in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens . Visitation will be 6:00PM until 8:00PM August 17, 2012 , at Greenlawn Funeral Home North , In Lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Mercy Hospice.