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Bobby Arlen Denton, 85, of Morganton, NC, died Thursday, December 5, 2024.
Born in Burke County, NC on April 9, 1939, he was the son of the late Ben Denton and Virgie Smith Michaels.
Bobby was a veteran of the US Army and retired from Broughton Hospital. He was a member of Catawba Valley Baptist Church. He was a lifelong skater, and he enjoyed tinkering in his shop with the many items he collected throughout the years.
Bobby is survived by his wife of 34 years, Connie S. Denton; nephew, Michael Denton; and numerous cousins.
In addition to his parents, Bobby was preceded in death by his infant girls, Amanda Faith Denton and Christy Michelle Denton; son, Jason Lee Denton; brother, David Denton; and nephew, Richard Denton.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m., Sunday, December 15, 2024 at Sossoman Funeral Home.
The family would like to express their appreciation to Jack and Shirley with Amorem Hospice in Hudson.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Catawba Valley Baptist Church, PO Box 1580, Morganton NC 28680.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Connie and family, sorry for your family loss. Nicky and Phyllis Price
Connie I Am so sorry for your loss of Bobby.He was a good man and I know he will be missed by you and everyone that knew him. May God be with you. Steve&Pam
Bob Denton one of the best roller skaters in Burke county!!!!! And also one of the best people you’d ever hope to meet !!! Thank you Bob for being a part of our lives at the Pavilion you are truly missed !! I bet roller skating will be a lot easier with those new wings. Love you Bob
So sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Bobby. he was a regular fixture at Pavillion skating rink when I was just a teen in the 80's. His flamboyant skating style was very cool to watch and my young eyes thought "wow, he must practice skating in his sleep!"
Bob, You will be missed, we were friends for over 40 years. I remember and cherish all of the memories, the adventures, all of the places that the four of us went together. In many ways you were a mentor to me, I learned a lot from you. You were always willing to give a helping hand with a project but most of all you were a Christian and a positive influence on me on my becoming a Christian. Rest in peace my friend. We will see you again, keep a lookout for us.
The announcement of Bobby’s passing brings up many memories. I worked with him at Broughton Hospital when I was first employed there in January of 1970. I found him to be one of the most humorous people I ever met. He worked very hard with some difficult people. Still he was able to find humor in everyday mundane situations. Peace to his family. RIP Bobby.
Connie, We are heartbroken and so very sorry for the loss of Bobby. He will be missed by all. You are in our hearts and prayers. Love, Suzanne, Robbie & Cathy