Obituary for Robert Lopez Escobedo

Robert Lopez Escobedo “Bobby”, 84, of Solomon, entered into eternal rest on Nov. 5, 2020. He was born April 5, 1936, in Solomon, Arizona to Sesario and Nicolasa Escobedo, with siblings Ruben, Marvin, Irene “Denny”, and Daniel.

Bobby married Adeli on Dec. 1, 1956, in Solomon, and their family grew with the births of each of their three children; Bobby “Gordy”, Harold, and Arthur.

Bobby had a passion for cars and motorcycles, and really enjoyed watching Western movies.  

Robert Escobedo

He is survived by his wife, Adeli Escobedo; his children, Bobby “Gordy” Escobedo, Harold (Maria) Escobedo, and Arthur Escobedo; his brother, Marvin; his sister, Irene “Denny,” and his brother, Daniel. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Adonis, Joshua, Tiffany, Crystal, Ashley, and Miraya; his 11 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren, and his dog, Tuffy.

Bobby was preceded in death by his parents, Sesareio & Nicolasa Escobedo, and his brother Ruben.

Services will be held Friday, Nov. 13, beginning with a viewing at 9 a.m. at the McDougal’s Caldwell Funeral Chapel, followed by the recitation of the Rosary at 10 a.m., with the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at the St. Rose of Lima Church in Safford.  Interment will follow at the Safford Cemetery.

Online condolences may be extended at www.caldwellfuneralchapel.com.