Robert 'Bobby' H. Bant

Robert H. Bant (Bobby), 77, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.

Bobby was born on November 23, 1946 to William P. Bant and Eileen (Calhoun) Bant of Ocean View, Delaware.

He is preceded in death by his parents, brother (Billy); and his beloved grandparents, (Norma and Sallie Calhoun).

He is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Barbara; his loving son, Billy and his wife, Laurie; and granddaughter, Lauren (DJ) Hickman.

He is also survived by his sister, Bonnie Thomas (Ronnie); brother-in-law, John Hudson (Jessie); and sister-in-law, Janice Porter (Eric); nieces and nephews, Susan Krikelis (and family), Erica Jester (and family), Rob Hudson and Brett Thomas (and family).

Bobby was a graduate of Lord Baltimore High School, Class of 1964. He was a proud veteran having honorably served in the U.S. Coast Guard (1965-1971). Later he built a career as a master electrician working in retail as well as owning his own business. He retired as an electrical and building inspector serving in Delaware and Maryland.

Bobby was also an avid outdoorsman. He grew up fishing and hunting with his family on the Indian River and the Calhoun family lodge on Pope’s Island. During retirement, Bobby continued with another family tradition and began carving duck decoys. He continued all of his outdoor pursuits until he became ill, never missing an opportunity to be in the outdoors with his family and friends or just having a good conversation.

At his request, services and burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Bobby’s name to the Gumboro Volunteer Fire Co., 37030 Millsboro Highway, Millsboro, DE 19966 or to the Southern Delaware COPD Coalition, P.O. Box 849, Millsboro, DE 19966.

Bobby will be deeply missed by all who knew him. We will forever carry his memory in his hearts.

Arrangements in the care of Short Funeral Services, 609 E. Market Street, Georgetown, DE 19947.

Online condolences are welcome for the family at www.shortfuneralservicesandcremation.com