In Memory

Robert Craver

Robert Craver

I am sorry to report that our great friend and RJR62 Classmate, Bobby Craver passed away on September 17th in Winston Salem.  To those of us who knew him well, we will always remember what a great guy he was and how much he loved his family and friends.  I want to acknowledge Phil Wooten and his valiant efforts over the last years to keep Bobby in the loop.  Phil would visit him frequently, he made sure he got to the 55th Class Reunion, he communicated with Bobby's wonderful and very attentive daughter, Ellon about Bobby, and he kept us all apprised of Bobby's medical and health issues.  The RJR Class of  62 extends its heartfelt condolences to Bobby's family.  Bobby Craver was deeply loved by many and we pray that he rests in peace.   I attach the obituary from the Winston Salem Journal,

 

 

 

Craver, Robert Franklin

August 4, 1944 - September 17, 2021

Robert Franklin Craver, 77 of Winston-Salem, NC died peacefully on September 17, 2021, ready to reunite with his loved ones preceding him in death – his wife Carolyn, daughter Jennie, parents Joyce and Frank. He leaves behind daughter Katie and Patrick, sister Ellon, cousin Kiki, and granddaughter's Avery, Sydney and Jetta. "Bob" or "Bobby", as he was known to many was a joker as a child and never really grew out of this. His favorite childhood story involved tying his grandmother's apron to the back of a chair, running away laughing while she was cooking. He attended R.J. Reynolds High school and High Point University where he played basketball. During those days, he frequented The Polo Grill and Ocean Drive where he loved to shag to Carolina beach music and flirt with girls. He served in Vietnam at Army headquarters which was one of his proudest accomplishments. He worked for many years in transportation logistics and made lifetime friends along the way. Owning his own business freed him up to garden, can, raise cacti, and take care of his two parrots. He was often sighted around town with a parrot on his shoulder. Bob loved to golf, boat, and cheer for the Tar Heels. He loved to cook and entertain, throwing some of the most memorable Christmas parties for his friends, family and business associates. May his spirit live on through his friends and family. A celebration of life will take place in his honor.

 



 
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09/20/21 09:13 AM #1    

Pam Bain (Davis)

We all loved Bobby and are so sorry to hear of his passing. I remembed his shy smile and his jovial spirit. May his family know we share their pain at this time. Now may Bobby rest  In peace...  Pam


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