Robert Lee Bare

Robert Lee Bare, 89, of Landis, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at his home.

The family will receive friends at Whitley’s Funeral Home from 5:00 to 7:00 PM Sunday, August 25. Private cremation services will take place following the gathering of family and friends.

Robert was born December 27, 1934, in Beckley WV, a son of the late Eugene and Pearl McGrady Bare. In addition to his parents, Robert was also preceded in death by his daughter, Kimberly Bare Parnell, his grandson, Shawn Parnell, his sister, Ruby Bare Jones (Doc), his brothers, Earnest Bare (Iva Jean), and Carl Bare.

He is survived by his daughters, Meredith Bare Smith (Jarrod), Sherre Bare Brogdon (Bob), and his son, John Jeffery Bare, his brother, Paul Bare(Sarah) of China Grove and his sister in law, Fann Bare. He is also survived by six grandchildren: Stella Drew Smith, Nora Mason Smith, Lauren McKnight (Jimmy), Christopher Brogdon (Leigh), Jason Parnell (Allison), and Logan Parnell; 7 great-grandchildren and 14 beloved nephews and nieces.

Robert was a longtime area resident and member of Blackwelder Baptist Church. He was the owner of Robert Bare Associates and B&M Storage, which he operated for 34 years. Robert dedicated 70 years to his work and always put his family first. His passion was trucking and over the years he owned several companies. He cherished trips to South Carolina and spent Saturday mornings searching for the perfect piece of fruit, especially peaches. He enjoyed having a well-tailored suit and a perfectly detailed car. Generous and devoted, he enjoyed giving back to his loved ones and would go out of his way to help others. In his leisure time he enjoyed gardening and was a proud Republican.

Online condolences may be left at www.whitleysfuneralhome.com.