Robert ‘Bob’ Frances DeSantis, Jr., 72, of Silverton, Oregon, passed away on April 3, 2024.
He was born on May 5, 1951 in Silverton.
Bob, known to many as a loving son, brother, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, leaves behind a legacy of love and strength.
He is survived by his mother, Anne DeSantis; sisters, Susan Dallas and Diane Hoge; daughter, Nelcha DeSantis; grandchildren, Heydin Anderson, Anna DeSantis, Caroline DeSantis, Brynlee Medford; and nine nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his father, Robert DeSantis; son, Robert DeSantis III; and wife, Roxanne DeSantis.
Bob served in the US Navy and later pursued a career as a farmer and truck driver. He was passionate about his military associations and devoted to his work.
In his free time, Bob enjoyed hunting, gold mining, fishing, riding motorcycles, and fast cars. He was a man of many talents and interests. Bob will be dearly missed by those who knew him.
Services will be held Friday, May 17 at 1 p.m. at St Mary’s Parish, in Mount Angel, Oregon. Arrangements by Unger Funeral Chapel – Silverton.
