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Robert Vaughn Obituary
DUFFIELD, VA - Robert "Bob" Fred Vaughn, Sr., 78 of Duffield, VA passed away peacefully Sunday, January 29, 2023, at the V.A. Medical Center. Mr. Vaughn was born on September 20, 1944, to the late John Millard and Nora Ethel Minton Vaughn. "Big Bob" was just that, a mountain of a man. Standing 6'6" tall from the hills of Virginia, he was one intimidating individual. Robert was always well revered by anyone he ever met. He was a United States Army Veteran serving in 101st Airborne Division and Rangers. Mr. Vaughn attained the rank of Staff Sergeant. Mr. Vaughn was awarded 2 soldier's medals, 5 Bronze Stars, 2 Purple Hearts among numerous others. He served for 9 years, 5 of which were in Vietnam. After his military career Mr. Vaughn continued to be a very hard worker and went on to work on the Alaskan Pipeline. Later he worked on the construction of custom homes and commercial properties. In retirement he raised cattle for over 30 years. He also enjoyed collecting antiques and working on his old cars. In addition to his parents Mr. Vaughn is preceded in death by his brother, Bradley Vaughn and sister, Frances Drennen.
Robert is survived by his wife, Marcia Faye Vaughn; daughters, Tammy Vaughn, Lola Jensen (Steve), Melicia Demeris, Jessica Mitchell (Pete); sons, Robert Vaughn, Jr. (Tracy) and Dustin Vaughn (Melissa); several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sisters, Mary Ann Coleman (Lum) and Barbra Priddy (Jim); brother, Johnny Vaughn (Brenda); along with several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends Friday, February 3, 2023, from 5-7 PM at Colonial Funeral Home in Weber City, Virginia. Service will follow at 7:00 PM with Bill Tignor officiating.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, February 4, 2023, in the Vaughn Family Cemetery with Bill Tignor officiating. Those wishing to attend the graveside service are asked to meet at the funeral home at 12:00 PM. Military Honors will be provided by American Legion Post #3 and #268 United States National Guard Honors Team.
John Vaughn, Mark Coleman, Tommy Scott, Logan Vaughn, Kyle Davis and Justin Vaughn will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Carroll Baker and John Gomez.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675.
The family wishes to extend a special thanks to the staff of Veterans Administration Community Living Center at Mountain Home.
Condolences may be made online by visiting our website at www.colonialfhscott.com
COLONIAL FUNERAL HOME, Weber City, VA is honored to serve the family of Robert "Bob" Fred Vaughn.
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Michael O'Meara
April 11, 2024
I served with Robert in Vietnam in the 101st Airborne. He was my platoon sergeant and my friend. We all knew him as Lurch, because of his resemblance to the giant actor on the Adams Family show. I carried the radio for Lt. Joe Skaggs and set up with the two of them every night for many months and got to know Lurch pretty well, as only soldiers can. He was the best damn Platoon Sgt. I ever saw and I always felt safer with him in the field with us. I wrote a book about my experiences in Vietnam, The Long Return, with stories and pictures of Robert (Lurch) in it. I'm really sorry we never had a chance to reconnect back in the states. We were very different people but were members of the same tribe in the war. It's a very special bond, and I'm really thankful I had the chance to serve with him.
Ms Lee
February 24, 2023
My deepest condolences
Troy Edwards
February 8, 2023
Prayers to family great grandson Maggie Vaughn Fritz
Troy Edwards
Shane Peterson
February 6, 2023
Only a few people will know who I am, but I’m sorry for the whole family’s loss and grief.
Carolyn Bryant Schmoldt
February 6, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. I just made the family connection today. May the memories bring peace and comfort to your hearts in the days ahead.
Charle E Williams
February 4, 2023
One of my cousins. I never did met him.
Charles Williams of Maggie Vaughan Fritz Family.
John J. Catanese - Ranger
February 2, 2023
I am saddened to hear that yet another Arctic Ranger has passed away. I remember SSG. Vaughn from the Ember Dawn IV King Salmon field exercise that we were involved in with our unit, Company "O" 75th Infantry Arctic Rangers back in August of 1972. We were out in the tundra someplace and it was around 5:00AM when I heard SP4 Terry Smollett yelling "Hey, look at the bear"! I exited my sleeping bag and mosquito net and ran to the big door of our huge tent and stood in the doorway looking out at a huge brown bear that was maybe 12 feet away. I froze and stared, SGT. Smitty stuck his head out and immediately disappeared back into the tent. Then, SSG. Vaughn threw the door open and stepped out of the tent, threw his hands in the air and growled at the big bear. He scared the darned thing and it ran off. I then realized I was in a shirt and underwear and saw about 100 mosquitoes on my arms and legs. Bob was a giant of a man and he'll be dearly missed I am certain.
Michael L Dolsen
February 2, 2023
SSG Vaughn will be missed. His fellow Co. O (Arctic Rangers) 75th Inf. Alaska (c.1972) will miss him deeply. He was in the same Ranger Course class as I was; #12-72; at Ft. Benning, GA in April - early June 1972, and we both went to Alaska to the Arctic Ranger unit there. God Bless him and his family. We wish to express our deepest Sympathies and Condolences to his family and friends.
Carol Sisk
February 2, 2023
The family of Carol Vaughn Sisk would like to express our sympathy to your family. Carol is Edd Vaughn's daughter. Carol has fond memories from childhood. Our love and prayers are with your family.
Brienna Demeris
February 2, 2023
I love you guys, I'm so happy Bob had all of you with him. He was a great man, he served our Country and gave this World some of the best people that I’m so proud to call family. I hope you have tons of happy memories for reflecting onit’s never a good time to loss the ones we love. God rest his soul, in peace and grace. May we all meet again someday, and in the meantime always hold dear the Good Times.
William Davis
February 1, 2023
R.I.P BIG BOB.
Nancy Crawford
February 1, 2023
Tammy we are so sorry for your loss we love you .Nancy and James
ALAN COWDEN
February 1, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Billy Tignor
February 1, 2023
I have known the Vaughn family most of my life a very wonderful family I pray for each of you hope God will bless each and every one of you.
Curtis Vaughn
February 1, 2023
Robert Vaughn was my Dad first cousin and he was a very great man may he rest in peace
Dollie Price
January 31, 2023
Robert and family. We r so sorry to hear the loss of your father. We r thinking of u and keeping u and family in our prayers. David and Dollie Price
Julie Miller
January 31, 2023
I am sending thoughts and prayers to the family. You all are dear to me. I always enjoyed sitting and talking to Robert. God Bless.
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