Robert “Bobby” S. Bumford, 76, of Cheyenne, passed away July 27 at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center. He was born July 13, 1946, in Gillette, Wyoming to Robert and Betty (Strouse) Bumford.
After graduating high school Bobby joined the Navy and served for 3 years aboard the SS Black during the Vietnam War. Upon returning from the service, he attended Monterey College in Monterey, CA. He went on to be a Surgical Technologist in various hospitals before becoming a private detective for several attorneys throughout Wyoming.
Bobby enjoyed gardening, fishing, and tinkering. Also enjoyed Jewish studies.
Bobby is survived by his wife, Debbie; children, Robert Bumford, Simon Bumford, of Arkansas, Stephanie Abeyta, Robert (Boe) Campbell, Jr., Joshua Bumford, and Sherah Bumford all of Cheyenne; brother, Jim Bumford, of Wisconsin; 10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren all of Cheyenne and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Private family services will be held at a later date.