Bobby Jerrill Stinson

SFC (Ret) Bobby Jerrill Stinson, son of the late Marlon and Annie (Grimes) Stinson, was born June 22, 1942 in Geneva, Alabama. As a young boy, Bobby grew up in Winterhaven, Florida and attended school. He later on obtained his GED and also attended two years of college. On December 20, 1966, Bobby was united in marriage to Phyllis Ann Nash. They were married in York County, South Carolina and they shared over 43 years of marriage together. Bobby and Phyllis were blessed with two sons: James and William. In June 1967, Bobby entered the United States Army and served his country faithfully until his retirement on August 29, 1988. He had attained the rank of Sergeant First Class. For his dedicated and honorable service, Bobby received several awards and commendations, which include: the Army Commendation Medal-3, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal-4, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal 2/60 Device, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Army Good Conduct Medal-5, and the Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon-3. After being discharged from the Army, Bobby began working for Hocker Oil Company in St. Robert and was employed there for 19 years. He then went to work on Fort Leonard Wood in the Mess Hall feeding the soldiers and has been doing so for the past four years. In his spare time, Bobby enjoyed being outdoors while fishing. He also loved building things out of wood, playing Bingo and going to any kind of auction he could find. He was a lifetime member of the VFW Post 4238 of Dixon, American Legion Post of Dixon, Disabled American Veterans of Waynesville and the Elk Club Post 2461 of Rolla. He was also a member of the American Legion 40&8 Club. Bobby passed away at 4:42 pm, Monday, November 8, 2010 in the Phelps County Regional Medical Center of Rolla, Missouri having attained the age of 68 years, 4 months and 17 days. Bobby will be sadly missed by all those that knew and loved him. He is survived by his wife: Phyllis Stinson of the home; two sons: James Stinson (Diana) of Radcliffe, KY and William Stinson of the home; three grandchildren: Danny J. Stinson, Jesse A. Stinson and Christopher L. Stinson; several other relatives and a host of friends. In addition to his parents, Bobby was preceded in death by one son, three brothers and one sister. Graveside services with military honors were held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 12, 2010 in the Missouri Veterans Cemetery of Fort Leonard Wood with Chaplain (MAJ) Jeff Jay officiating. Serving as escorts were the United States Army. Military honors were provided by the United States Army of Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Bobby Stinson and may be left at the funeral home.

Bobby Jerrill Stinson

June 22, 1942 - November 8, 2010