Obituaries

September 8, 1934 to September 24, 2015

WINAMAC - Robert G. "Bob" Maddox, 81, of Winamac, passed away at 3:15 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 24, at his residence, following a brief illness.

He was born Sept. 8, 1934, in Medaryville, to the late George Washington and Anna Smith Maddox. He married Mary Fisher on May 8, 1970 in Cassopolis, MI. She survives.

Also surviving are: 

Robert (Tracey) Maddox, Easley, SC, Son 
Ronald Maddox, Son 
Raymond (Debi) Maddox, Bartlett, TN, Son 
Randall Maddox, Valdosta, Ga., Son 
Richard (Monica) Maddox, Winamac, Son 
Mike (Monica) Maddox, Winamac, Son 
14 Grandchildren 
16 Great Grandchildren 
1 Great-great grandson 
Several Nieces & Nephews 

Preceded in death by: 
Carolyn Termani, Sister 

Mr. Maddox lived most of his life in Winamac. He was a member of Winamac Lodge 262 F&AM, South Bend Scottish Rite and the Murat Shrine. He served 27 years as a volunteer with the Winamac Volunteer Fire Department. He served as a second lieutenant in the Indiana Army National Guard. He was the former owner of the Winamac Marathon service station. He worked as a salesman for Auto Pro in Winamac for eight years. He worked for NAPA Auto Parts in Winamac for 18 years. He was a former school bus driver for Winamac Schools. He enjoyed walking, working puzzles, watching movies and antiquing with Mary. He loved visiting Mackinac Island. He will be sadly missed by family and friends. He was loved by all who knew him. 

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Monday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. Masonic services will be conducted at 7:30 p.m. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 29, at the funeral home with Pastor Rick Abbott officiating. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military services at the funeral home following the service.

Memorial donations may be given to American Cancer Society.