of Jonesboro, AR
March 21, 2024
Bob Latta Dobson of Jonesboro, AR passed away Thursday, March 21, 2024 at the NEA Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro at the age of 78. He was born April 15, 1945 in Cherry Valley, AR to John and Naomi (Latta) Dobson. Bob received a master's degree in physical education and coached prior to going into insurance with Shelter Insurance. He was a member of St. Timothy's Anglican Church and loved golfing, working in the yard and most of all, his family and grandkids.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Kevin Jumper and four siblings, Jackie Phelps, Jay Dobson, Kathleen Daniel and Tommy Dobson.
Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Glenda (Andrews-Jumper) Dobson; two sons, Todd (Misty) Dobson and Darin (DeShawn) Jumper; a daughter, Kristy (Patrick) Lenoir; six grandchildren, Jackson Lenoir, Bailey Lenoir, Emma Lenoir, Drake Jumper, Georgia Dobson and Presley Dobson; a brother, Gene (Kay) Dobson and the mother of his children, Charleen (Ed) Copeland.
Funeral services will be 11 am Saturday, March 23, 2024 at St. Timothy's Anglican Church, 419 W. Highland in Jonesboro with Father Thomas McGee officiating. Burial will follow at Old Bethel Cemetery.
Visitation will precede the service and begin at 10 am.
Jackson Lenoir, Bailey Lenoir, Drake Jumper, Todd Dobson, Patrick Lenoir and Darin Jumper will serve as pallbearers. Gene Dobson and Bob's former UALR basketball teammates will serve as honorary pallbearers.
In lieu of flowers, please consider St. Timothy's Anglican Church or the Helping Hands Food Pantry.
Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home of Jonesboro.
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42 Condolence(s)
Carolyn M Bosshardt
Saturday, April 13, 2024
I just learned of Coach Dobson's passing today. I knew him from his days at Fuller in Little Rock. He was a great coach and I have fond memories of him Prayers for all his family. May God be with you in the coming days. Carolyn Dixon Bosshardt
Dennis Oxley
Saturday, April 13, 2024
I'm sure that there's a bunch of guys that really appreciated Coach Dobson's leadership and guidance growing up and attending Fuller Jr. High (Little Rock) in the 1970s. Thank you Coach!
Kathryn Hunt
Monday, April 1, 2024
So sorry to hear of the passing of Coach D. Sympathy and prayers to the family. Coach D. was my history teacher at CCHS. He was a good and kind person...... and a strict teacher. Many fond memories.
Joe Banks
Sunday, March 31, 2024
I am so sorry to hear about Mr Bob. He was a good man. Always kind everywhere I seen him. Pray for yalls family and Glenda.
Martha Jones Milam
Monday, March 25, 2024
I have known him all his life. But one of my fondest memories is setting on the front steps of the school waiting for the bus to come back and pick up the second load! I was teaching at Vanndale at that time!!
Joe Williams
Monday, March 25, 2024
Bob was one of my first volleyball dads as we started the Arkansas Juniors program in 1984. In spite of his competitive athletic background, he was the perfect parent…just happy to watch his daughter Kristy play. No advice, always positive. What a great guy. I was fortunate to know him.
Kenneth Fincher
Sunday, March 24, 2024
I remember in high school, prayers to the family.
Kenneth Fincher
Sunday, March 24, 2024
I miss yo Bob
Patsy Jones Shadrick
Sunday, March 24, 2024
Bob was always one of my favorite people. He had a heart of gold and would do what he could for everyone. He will always be missed,
Bonnie Cruse Cherry
Saturday, March 23, 2024
I just read this obituary on FB. I am so sorry. I had no idea Bob was having any health issues. Of course, I had not seen or talked to Bob in over 50 years, except on FB. but, I believe these small town friends are the best. M
Nancy Mueller
Saturday, March 23, 2024
My heart goes out to this beautiful family. Bob was a shining light and will be greatly missed.
Jaclyn Richards
Saturday, March 23, 2024
Bob was the best neighbor I’ve ever had. Every time time we spoke, he always had a smile across his face! We always joked about him making us look bad, because he kept his yard looking impeccable! It was a work of art watching him mow! He was more than a neighbor, he was a friend. I will miss our morning “meetings” and watching him on the course, and yummy recipes he’d share online.
We shared a love of sweets.
To the family, please know you are in our prayers. We will pray that you will find peace and comfort in the days to come.
Love,
Jaclyn Richards
Linda Harvey
Saturday, March 23, 2024
Glenda,
So sorry for your loss. Prayers.
Roberta
Saturday, March 23, 2024
GlendA. We are sad to hear of Bobs death. We have known him a long time and always enjoyed Seeing him. He and his big smile will be missed!
Prayers Pete and robertA(Doss)Horner
Brenda Stainton
Saturday, March 23, 2024
How proud I am to have Bob Dobson woven into my life’s tapestry. To Know him is to love him. Bob was a true Southern Gentleman…. Always there, ready with a hug and kind word . He made his corner of the world feel a bit brighter and I was so honored to call him my friend. How he will be missed… Glenda when Bob’s remembered it will always be followed by a smile. My thoughts and prayer are with you as you honor and celebrate his life today
Jan Meyer Swindler
Saturday, March 23, 2024
So sorry for the loss of Bob!
Emma Dunn
Saturday, March 23, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God give you peace and strength during this difficult time. Love to you and I will always cherish the memories of Bob and our times together at St. Timothy’s.
Beth Gossett Brown
Saturday, March 23, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was a wonderful person and put a smile on everyone’s face. I’ll be praying for you and the family as you face the difficult days ahead. Much love to you.
Richard Green
Friday, March 22, 2024
Bob, My Teammate, My Mentor, My Friend, My Brother. The three years we spent together as Teammates with Little Rock University were some of the best in my life. The next 57 were as good just not enough time together. I pray that Our Lord will provide Glenda and your Family Comfort and Understanding. Rest in Peace My Brother.
Rich
Doreen & George
Friday, March 22, 2024
Dear Glenda,
We are so very sorry. Bob and you are so special to us, we will miss him greatly. You are in our prayers for peace.
Love you
Mike Murphy
Friday, March 22, 2024
So very sorry for your loss. I only knew him from his CCHS days. He was a good man!
Imogene Ellid
Friday, March 22, 2024
Glenda, so sorry to hear about Bob. It was a pleasure working with you and Bob at Shelter. My sympathy to you and your family.
Imogene
Tonia Jones Grayson
Friday, March 22, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Bob was so much fun to work with and a wonderful person. My prayers are with the entire family.
Glenda Haynes
Friday, March 22, 2024
So sorry for your family. Bob was a senior the year of started to school at Vanndale in the 7th grade. He was always so sweet and kind when I would see y’all. I will be praying for you and your family.
Barbara Orr
Friday, March 22, 2024
Glenda, I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was such a good guy and I know you and family will miss him. Please know my prayers are with you.
Mike and Paula Graddy
Friday, March 22, 2024
Glenda, Mike just called me about Bob’s passing. We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please let us know if there is anything we can do
Shirley Cook McCormick
Friday, March 22, 2024
So sorry to hear of the passing of a Super Friendly Graduate of Vanndale High School where I also was student. Prayers for his family.
Walt Cullum
Friday, March 22, 2024
Bob will be missed by many people, especially the ones that knew how nice of a guy he was. Greatly enjoyed visiting with him at our Vanndale reunion this past summer. So so for You and Family’s loss.
BILLY MITGHELL
Friday, March 22, 2024
THESE THINGS ALLWAYS MAKE ME SAD!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tammy Angel
Friday, March 22, 2024
I’m so very sorry for your loss.
Melinda Hart
Friday, March 22, 2024
Glenda, I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family.
Marcelus and Charlotte Chambers
Friday, March 22, 2024
We will miss him faithfully cheering on our girls.
Prayers and love for the family.
Johnny Frye
Friday, March 22, 2024
Fred Chambers
Friday, March 22, 2024
A friend and a brother will be missed until we are together again.
Lindel, Wyvetta, Michael, and Robby Bennett
Friday, March 22, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort and peace.
Joyce D0ee Brown
Friday, March 22, 2024
I loved Bob from the time we met in 7th grade. He made the world a better place by always being kind and sweet to everybody. I will miss him.
Bill may
Friday, March 22, 2024
Great neighbor & golfer!
Danny Turner
Friday, March 22, 2024
Glenda we are sorry for your loss.
Bill & Patty Hutson
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Thought’s and prayers are with you Gen and family at this sad time.
Gene&Kay.Dobson
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Tom and Becky Louks
Thursday, March 21, 2024
We loved you in life and now we will love that you are in Heaven. Still, you will be missed.
Sandy Hermann
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Glenda I am so sorry to hear this prayers for you and your family. Bob was always so nice and kind to me. I know he will be greatly missed. Bob is in a better place now and I know that gives you comfort .