Bob Anderson
Robert “Bob” Fox Anderson, age 77, of Obion passed away peacefully on May 24, 2026. Born on Feb. 11, 1949, in Union City, Bob was a lifelong son of Obion County and a man deeply devoted to his family, community and heritage.
Memorial graveside services will be conducted 11 a.m. Saturday, May 30, 2026, at Rosehill Cemetery in Obion. Brother Eric Leto will officiate. There will be no visitation and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery for the service.
Edmaiston Mosley Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Bob spent his life farming, machining and serving the town he loved. Known by nearly everyone in Obion, he dedicated many years to public service as a former mayor of Obion and a multi-term member of the Obion City Council. His steady leadership, practical wisdom and love for his hometown left a lasting mark on the community. Bob retired as a correctional officer with Northwest Correctional Facility in Tiptonville. He was a member of the former Obion Ruritan Club.
A proud great-grandson of Andy Anderson, one of the founders of Obion, Bob carried a deep appreciation for genealogy and local history. He loved sharing stories of the people and places that shaped Obion County and took immense pride in preserving its legacy. Bob especially enjoyed farming, photography and fishing, lifelong passions that brought him great happiness and connection to the land he loved.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Billy and Betsye Anderson; and by his beloved brother, Bill Anderson.
He is survived by his sister-in-law, Charlotte Llewellyn Anderson; his beloved nieces, Hallie Anderson Stem (Shane), Penny Anderson (Brad Dills) and Maggie Anderson Gruening (Chris); his treasured great-nephews, Max Stem, William Gruening and Paul Gruening; and his treasured great-niece, Amelia Dills.
He is also survived by his chosen family and dear friends, Richard Reese, Wade Kearsey, Randy and Susie Evans and Betty Carr, whose friendship and companionship meant so much throughout his life.
Bob will be remembered for his loyalty, generosity, civic pride, love of history and unwavering devotion to the town and people of Obion. His presence was a familiar and beloved part of the community, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
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