Born in Mississippi on October 23, 1934, he was the son of the late William Shaw and Myrtle Shook Shaw.
Bobby was a member of North Morganton United Methodist Church. He retired from the US Army after 22 years of service and was a veteran of the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He was a masterful carpenter who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and trips back to Mississippi to catfish. He also enjoyed reading history and western novels, especially Zane Grey, but he loved his family above all else.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 52 years, Joy Anna Lockard Shaw; daughter, Diana Thomas; two sons in Alabama; eight siblings; and a special friend, Herb Adrian of Romney, WV.
In addition to his parents, Bobby was preceded in death by a step-son, Stephen Thomas; two brothers; and one sister.
No services are planned for Mr. Shaw.
Memorial contributions may be made to North Morganton United Methodist Church, 990 Sanford Drive, Morganton, NC 28655 or to DAV, P.O. Box 572, Morganton, NC 28680.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Joy and Diana...I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you find peace and comfort. Please know I'm thinking of you and sending big hugs and much love.
Dear Joy and Diana, May each day bring you comfort strength and peace. Please know we are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers Love , Pam and Gavin
Joy and Diana, May each day you find comfort and peace in all the memories you have of Bob. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers 🙏. Love , Pam and Gavin
Joy...So sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that your friends from the bank are thinking of you in this time of sorrow. We think of you often and miss you greatly.
Dear Joy, and Diana May each day bring you comfort and peace. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers 🙏. Love Pam and Gavin
A hug from Uncle Bob was like coming home. I remember visiting the house in Romney not long after I had back surgery and how much fun we had. And listening to Uncle Bob/Aunt Joy and Mon& Dad tell stories was always a hoot. So many wonderful memories, and how much Dad loved his sister and brother-in-law. There’s a great reunion going on in Heaven.
RIP sweet Bob. Your infectious smile and laughter will be sorely missed. God gained a special angel.....