ROBERT's Obituary

Robert Ernest Bishop, age 62, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 17,2024, at his residence in Sebastian, FL. He was born February 2, 1962, in Miami, FL. to Robert Ernest Bishop and Diane Margaret Shelton.

 Robert (Bob) graduated from Melbourne High School in 1980. With dreams of being independent and to "do something useful” as his late grandfather Earl Shelton would tell him growing up. Bob started Bob’s Complete Landscaping with just a lawn mower in the back of his truck and was able to turn his successful business into one of the leading commercial landscaping companies in Brevard County. Bob had at one time over fifty employees and would go out of his way to help them out if they were struggling. He would always take the time to listen to them and try the best way he knew of to be a guide and mentor as well as a boss. Bob had a huge caring heart and a sense of humor that was his Superpower! Everyone loved Bob for his smile, humor, and laughter.

Bob was a wonderful father who loved to laugh, have fun, fish, watch football and play sports with his two boys Shaun and Seth. Bob coached basketball and baseball for several years for both boys and other children in the Palm Bay and West Melbourne area.  They all loved him, and he helped them feel good and be themselves. He and his wife Leslie were married 32 years and loved each other through all of life’s difficulties. They had a bond like no other because of the experiences they went through together in life and it made their marriage one of strength, dedication, commitment, and true unconditional love!

Bob loved to surf, fish, golf, ski, hike, and he was excellent on the grill. He enjoyed a nice, rare steak and loved going out to eat. One of his favorite foods was sushi and he, his wife Leslie and family would go every Friday out for sushi.

Bob is preceded in death by his beloved son Seth Jordan Bishop. He is survived by his loving mother Diane Shelton, stepfather John Rossi, wife Leslie Bishop, son Shaun Richard Bishop and grandson Rebel ZZ Bishop whom he adored and along with Aunts, Uncles, and cousins.

Those whose lives Bob touched are invited to a Celebration of Life on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the Sebastian Riverview Park Pavilion’s US-1 and Co Rd 512, Sebastian, FL 32958 from 11-3PM. Please bring chairs if you are able. There will be a light bite and refreshments. Casual picnic attire. Please bring a favorite photo or memory of Bob to share.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Wuesthoff Brevard Hospice and Palliative Care, 8060 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera, FL 32940