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Robert "Bobby" Compton

April 17th, 1956 - August 9th, 2009

Robert "Bobby"'s Obituary

Robert J.”Bobby” Compton, 53 of South Haven, Michigan died at home on August 9, 2009.

Bob was born on April 17, 1956 in South Haven, Michigan to Henry “Hank” and Marty (Moyer) Compton. Bob worked for many years excavating in the Compton Family business and later starting his own business of RJC Excavating. Bob enjoyed his family; including the dogs, hunting, fishing, boating and golfing. He also enjoyed going to Las Vegas, making new friends, and having a good time. Bob operated his excavator in such a way he could scratch your back.

Bob is preceded in death by his parents and 1 nephew - Clark Spencer.

He is survived by his wife Mary (Mascarello) Compton of South Haven, Michigan. His three children – Nicole Compton of Traverse City, Michigan, Adam Compton and Scott Compton both of South Haven, Michigan. 2 brothers – Henry Compton and Stanford (Cindi) Compton of South Haven, Michigan. 3 sisters – Nancy (Robert) Braschler of Red Wing, Minnesota, Peggy (Brian) Spencer of South Haven, Michigan and Susan (Gary) Blough of Coloma, Michigan. Many nephews and nieces also survive.

Visitation will be on Friday, August 14 from 5 - 8 at the Filbrandt Family Funeral Home. A memorial service will take place on Saturday, August 15 at 2:00 PM at the family residence with Pastor Kevin McLemore officiating. Memorial contributions can be made to the Al-Van Humane Society. Kindly share your thoughts and memories on the family’s online guest book at www.FilbrandtFFH.com.

The family is being helped by the Filbrandt Family Funeral Home of South Haven 637-0333.


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