Bobby Franklin Burnett (Lebanon)'s Obituary
Bobby Franklin Burnett of Conway, Missouri was born August 2, 1953 in Florida. He passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023 in his home at the age of sixty-nine years, six months and six days.
Bobby was born and raised in Florida, earning his Bachelor’s degree in engineering. He loved the ocean and went on to become a boat captain. He also was inspired to start an organization called “Helping Hands Drug Free” in Miami, Florida. Many people were helped in their fight to live a drug free lifestyle through the efforts of this program. Bobby had a way of caring for people and offered his support by walking through the difficult times with them He also liked buying computers, generators, working on cars, and used this “hobby” to help others.
Bobby is survived by his wife, Kia Ruiz, of the home; his children, Kayla Jefferson, Ryan Jefferson, Anthony Ruiz and Robert Ruiz; his grandchildren, Andre’ Floyd, Mariah Floyd and Brielle Jefferson; and his mother-in-law, Grace Jefferson.
Bobby was a loving, caring man who truly enjoyed helping others and loved his family very much. He will be very missed by those who knew and loved him.
All services will be private.
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