Mr. Bob was born in Ahoskie on May 29, 1923, the son of Troy and Lena Newsome. Growing up in First Baptist Church and on the family farm, he learned the values that sustained him through a long and fruitful life.

Bob was born in Ahoskie on May 29, 1923, the son of Troy and Lena Newsome. Growing up in First Baptist Church and on the family farm, he learned the values that sustained him through a long and fruitful life.  He was happiest when serving God, his family and his hometown, primarily as part of First Baptist Church as deacon, usher, Sunday School teacher and member of numerous committees.  He enjoyed many fulfilling years with Ahoskie Kiwanis Club, where he was president and took part in many successful projects to better the community.  In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes memorial contributions to First Baptist Church, PO Box 649, Ahoskie, NC 27910, which was the center of Bob's life.