Robert George Minton, born Oct. 7, 1946, died March 1, 2006 in his home, with his family by his side.

Robby is survived by his wife of 35 years, Lois; his sister, Nita Minton; his two sons, Danny and Scott; and three grandchildren, Kerstin, Samuel and Mathew.

Robby is preceded in death by his parents, B.E. and Juanita Minton; sisters, Betty Goodhead and Janet Turner; and his brother, Bernie Minton. He graduated from Midwest City High School in 1965, where he was a proud member of the Varsity basketball team. Robby was an artist with a brush and was the founder and CEO of RMPC. He took great pride in his work as a house painter. He also had a passion for gardening, tube fishing and listening to conservative talk radio. The family would like to thank Dr. George Tardibono of Crossroads Hospice and especially his niece, Joann Balfour, for their compassionate care of Robby. Robby's wish was to donate his body to the advancement of medical science. In his own words “It's the only way I'll be accepted into medical school.” Robby will be greatly missed by his friends and family.

Memorial services were at 1:30 p.m. March 6, 2006 conducted by Ford Funeral Service at Meadowood Baptist Church, located at the corner of Reno and Woodcrest.