of Conway, AR
September 9, 1945 - January 8, 2020
Retired Army Master Sgt. Robert Thomas Rolf, 74, of Conway died Jan. 8, 2020, at Conway Regional Medical Center. Born Sept. 9, 1945, he was a son of the late Joseph Ferdinand Rolf and Edith Hammett Rolf of Little Rock.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Joseph Allen Rolf, and two sisters, Margaret Ann Tate-Lee and Barbara Jean Hartsell.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Carol Lee Stonesifer Rolf of Conway; three daughters, Andrea Dawn Rolf of Dubai, United Arab Emirates; Meredith Leigh Rolf of North Little Rock, and Kimberly Ellen Rolf of Fayetteville; and several nieces and nephews.
Robert never met a stranger and will be remembered by many. He and Carol were motorcycle enthusiasts and enjoyed many years of riding along Route 66 and throughout the United States. As an entrepreneur and home chef, he developed and marketed Curly-Bob's Special Sauce and Curly-Bob's Special Rub.
Honoring his wishes, there will be no funeral. A private ceremony with full military honors will be held at Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock, Ark.
Memorials may be made to your local Disabled American Veterans chapter (John H. Dunn Chapter 10 P.O. Box 2172, Conway, AR, 72033) or to the veterans organization of our choice.
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13 Condolence(s)
Clara Bass-Burgess
Saturday, January 18, 2020
I'm so very glad I got to meet him! Our prayers & love are yours. Ruth Bass-Burgess
Vickie Douglass Hebling
Friday, January 10, 2020
Carol,thoughts and prayers with you and your family.
Mindy Hartsell Pradaxay
Friday, January 10, 2020
Aunt Carol and girls...l am sorry to hear about Uncle Robert.You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ret Mack Fortney & Episcopal Pastoral Leader Catherine Foo
Thursday, January 9, 2020
May the Peace of Our Love Be With You Always.
Bill Russell
Thursday, January 9, 2020
Carol and Family,...My heart goes out to you. I served with Robert in the Army Reserve. A Great Soldier, A Great Patriot, and a Great human being. I will also remember him as a great practical joker who knew how to use humor to serve humanity. The world was a much better place with Robert...am grateful . God Bless you all.
Telina Mahan
Thursday, January 9, 2020
Rolf you were defiantly a gem! One that always had something to say to make everyone laugh! Dad (Patrick Lane) and I were just as shocked when we found the news out. Now that you are in heaven ride high and enjoy the beauty up there. You will be missed by many. Sending hugs and love to all that knew you.
Maurice K. Allgeier, Jr
Thursday, January 9, 2020
I am taken back by this profound loss. Robert aka Curly Bob was a dear friend. I had the distinct honor to have served with him while in uniform in North Little Rock. He embodied all the qualities found in a senior non commissioned officer and executed them with fervor. He was the best tactical NCO that I had ever served with. In addition he could always interject his unique home spun humor to make any situation more tolerable.
My deepest thoughts and prayers go out to Carol and the girls.
ERVIN BATY
Thursday, January 9, 2020
My heart is troubled to have heard the news about my big brother Robert was more than a friend he was my brother I will never forget you brother you made an impact upon my life
Amy Carrington
Wednesday, January 8, 2020
I am so sorry for the loss of your dad, Kim. Our family sends you all love and peace during this very difficult time. We love you, and we’re here if you need anything at all.
John Rolf
Wednesday, January 8, 2020
JoAnne Ferguson
Wednesday, January 8, 2020
Robert added a bit of “spice “ to our family. Without him we might have been considered dull. He always showed me the greatest respect and I was very fond of him and so appreciated how good he was to my cousin, Carol. Rest In Peace old friend, you will be missed.
Victoria Rankin
Wednesday, January 8, 2020
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Robert was truly an incredible person, and his loss is felt deeply.
Debra Andrews