Robert was a graduate of Riverheads High School and Bridgewater College. He built three successful businesses during his life with the help of his dear wife Evelyn. Bob was a member of Vesuvius Baptist Church.

Bob leaves behind his loving wife of 44 years, Evelyn Jackson Humphries; children, John-Paul Humphries (Carly), Jenna Brooks (Dustin), and Luke Humphries (fiancé Leah); grandson, friend and companion Eli Acord; precious granddaughter, Atlee Shea Humphries; two near to his heart grandsons, John-Paul Humphries Jr. and Noah Brooks; brother-in-law, Cecil Jackson (Tracie); along with five nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Melvin and Katherine Humphries, and his sister Betsy H. Painter.

A graveside service was conducted Friday, Nov. 17, at Mt. Carmel Presbyterian Cemetery by the Rev. Doug Brooks.

Arrangements were by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory. N-G