Robert Johnson
August 06, 2013
Robert Dale Johnson, Sr., 67, passed away due to complications of lymphoma on Tuesday, August 6, 2013, at the VA Medical Center in Des Moines.
Robert was born June 4, 1946, in Des Moines, to William and Judith Johnson. He graduated from North High School in 1965, and proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. Robert’s favorite job was taking care of the horses at Prairie Meadows for ten years. He enjoyed racing and gaming. He also enjoyed spending time outdoors hunting and fishing. Robert loved his family and had a zest for life.
Robert is survived by his loving wife, Barbara; children, Robert Johnson II (Michelle), Desira Boes (Patrick), Nicole Vargas (Isaias), Daniel Routh, Timothy Routh (Sheila), Brenda Wylie (Chris), and Matthew Routh (Tammy); grandchildren, Sierra, Alexa, Sofia, Keygun, Ariel, Landon, Grant, Colton, Dakota, Caleb, Callie, Daniel Jr., Timothy Jr., Tommy, Christy, Jessica, Justin, Nathan, Amanda, Sarah, Gregory, and Matthew; and great-granddaughters, Lyria and Sloan. He was preceded in death by his parents and his grandson, Hunter Johnson.
Services will be held at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Friday, August 9, 2013. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, August 10. Burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery following the service.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
shannon hecker
08/10/2013
barb and family I am so sorry for your loss sending prayers your way for the strength to get thur this time of sorrow ..
Tim Eakins
08/09/2013
I went to school with Bob, from 4th grade through high school. I remember him as a quiet and kind guy. I am sorry for your loss, and Bob and his family are in my evening prayers.
Christy Shannon
08/08/2013
May God give all of you the peace and comfort knowing that he is no longer suffering, and is in heaven with his mom, dad, brother, and grandson. We will miss his laughter and energy . . . he was a great man. Love to all of you :)
Shonna Swartz
08/08/2013
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers your way that God may ease your pain and give you strength.
christeena furgison
08/07/2013
You will be dearly missed. If any of the family needs anything they know im always here for them.
DiAnn and Neil Harwell
08/06/2013
Can't believe you left us so soon. Wasn't ready for this. We'll miss you so much, Bob
May you rest in Peace.