March 27 1934 February 16 2020
Robert “Cowboy Bob”‘s Obituary Robert G. Johnston, of Stanwood, known to his local community, family and friends as “Cowboy Bob” took his final ride on Sunday, February 16, 2020, at the age of 85. Bob was born on March 27, 1934 in Flint, Michigan the son of William and Grace (Harris) Johnston. He graduated from Flint Beecher High School and was later employed at Sears in Flint. Bob was honorably discharged from the United States Army in 1958. Following his service to his country he obtained his Bachelors in Education and made his home in Oscoda, where he taught social studies and obtained his certificate in Special Education. For over 15 years Bob helped these children to reach their full potential. For the last 25 years Bob enjoyed sharing the country life, in Stanwood, with his horses. He was self-taught and always prepared. Bob loved horses and to build and tinker. He was a workaholic and avid hunter. Bob looked forward to yearly trips to horse camp with June and was a member of the Michigan Trail Riders Association and Back Country Horseman. Bob, June and daughter, Diane enjoyed traveling on various trips throughout the United States. Bob will be deeply missed by his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, loving partner and best friend, June and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and five siblings. A memorial luncheon will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at the Morley American Legion, 2560 Northland Drive, Morley, MI. Share a story or leave words of encouragement for the family on the Daggett-Gilbert Funeral Home in Big Rapids website at daggettgilbertfuneralhome.com Read More
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Robert Cowboy Bob Johnston March 27 1934 February 16 2020.
Daggett Funeral Home, Inc. – Barryton
Death notice for the town of: Barryton, state: Michigan