Robert E. “Bob” Moye, Sr., 79, husband of Margie Jeanette Moye, died Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at Palmetto Health-Tuomey.

Born in Chester, South Carolina, he was the son of the late Fulton E. Moye, Sr. and Louise Mitchell Moye. Bob was a member of Northside Baptist Church. He retired from Sifco Mechanical. He enjoyed his Sunday School Class, outdoor activities, working and watching Nascar.

He is survived by, his wife of 54 years. Four children, Robert E. Moye, Jr. (Jennifer); Pamela Moye Cody (Paul); Lynda Moye Welch (Tommy) all of Sumter and Robert E. “Bubba” Moye of Rockford, IL. Six grandchildren, Carmen Logan, Jimmy Hughes, David Hughes, Stephen Springs, Brittney Moye and Zac Welch. Four Great Grandchildren, Brynleigh, Gauge, Payten and Huck. One brother, Joe Moye of Summerton; two sisters, Martha “Mickey” Rogers (Ray) and Helene “Bootsie” Dickerson (John) all of Sumter.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Bill Moye, Emmett Moye, Jr., and Michael Moye. One sister, Flora Ardis.

Special Recognition to his dear friends Rusty Brown and Rev. Jimmy Holley along with his two cousins Ray Ardis, Jr. and Carol Houser for the special bond you shared with Bob.

Honorary Pallbearers are Members of the Fellowship Sunday School Class and Allen Goff, David Croft, Deron Donohoo, Red Arrants and Sifco Employees.

Visitation will be Thursday, January 25 from 6-8 at Elmore-Cannon-Stephens Funeral home.

Memorial Service will be held on Friday, January 26 at 3:00 pm in Elmore-Cannon-Stephens Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Jimmy Holley and the Rev. Jim Johnson officiating.

Elmore-Cannon-Stephens Funeral Home and Crematorium of Sumter is in charge of the arrangements.