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Minetree, Sr. Robert G.

Tuesday, March 16, 2010


Robert Glenn “Bobby” Minetree, Sr., 72, of Petersburg passed away Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at Southside Regional Medical Center after a long illness. He was a life long resident of the tri-city area and a member of West End Baptist Church. Bobby worked for Pepsi Cola Bottling Company of Petersburg for 40 years. His pleasures in life included spending time with family and time at Lake Gaston where he loved fishing and boating, also his CB friends and bowling. He was preceded in death by his son Patrick D. Minetree; parents, Hugh E. and Hazel B. Minetree; sister, Doris M. Hundley; brothers, Howard E. Minetree and Ronald E. Minetree. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Marguerite Rochelle Caudle Minetree; son, Robert G. “Bert” Minetree, Jr. (Juanita); daughter, Wanda N. Nordby (David); son, Timothy D. Minetree (Jane); daughter, Theresa G. Minetree; four sisters, Frances M. Stevens, Joyce M. Russell (Dan), Joan M. Hock (Jack), Nancy M. Wilkerson (Butch); special and devoted sister-in-laws, Helen T. Minetree, Bev. M. Wisner, Madeline M. Caudle; brother-in-law, Brian D. Caudle; 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive friends from 6-8 pm Friday, March 19, 2010 at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service. A funeral service will be held 2:00 pm Saturday, March 20, 2010 at the funeral home. Interment will be in Blandford Cemetery. Flowers are welcomed, but contributions may be made to the West End Baptist Church, 6506 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA 23803. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.



Condolences

Mrs. Minetree, Teresa, & family,

Our deepest sympathies on the passing of such a gentle man. We think of you all often especially when going down Sterling Road or even passing it. Love and prayers are extended to you in this trying and painful time. There is rejoicing in heaven as Mr. Minetree joins Patrick. The photo in the paper even looked like Patrick. May God bless and comfort all of you as we are certain He will.

May you also find peace in knowing there is no pain or illness in heaven and another angel is now watching of you and your families.

Posted by: Wayne & Tamara Crowder Robertson & family at March 20, 2010 06:26 PM

My deepest sympathy goes out to all of the Minetree family...I grew up in the same neighborhood...my family lived across from the Minetrees on W. High Street...I went to school with Joyce and Joan and remember Bobby so well. I know he will be missed by all who knew him.

May the love of God surround all of you during this time of sorrow...You're in my thoughts and prayers.

Posted by: Barbara (Ayscue) Porach at March 20, 2010 12:16 PM

im really sad at the loss of bobby. he was top notch. we had great times at the bowling alley,im sorry there werent more of them.my thoughts are with his family and friends.

Posted by: fletcher harrison at March 19, 2010 09:07 PM

Our thoughts and prayers are with you & your famuly At this time, but remember he has gone to a better place with no pain & suffering. God be with youall. Nancy & Earl Ezell

Posted by: EE at March 19, 2010 04:21 PM

I was extremely saddened to learn of the passing of my "new friend" whom I looked forward to greeting daily at the Dialysis Center where we both had treatment. We had a lot in common, including the same day of birth (December 24 ) and the good fortune of having loving and caring families who gave us special attention in our senior years. My deepest sympathy is extended to the family.
Emma Breedlove Smith

Posted by: Emma Breedlove Smith at March 19, 2010 04:12 PM

Pepsi Cola, I'm sure gonna miss ya on the radio. Rochell, my prayers are with you. If there is anything I can do just give me a yell on the radio.

Your friend
Tidy Bowl

Posted by: Tyrone Hill at March 18, 2010 08:31 PM

Wanda I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Posted by: Betty Jo Collins Bishop at March 18, 2010 05:58 PM

As Bobby Minetree (Pepsi Cola on the radio) shares in the joys of the Chutch Triumphant let us continue to pray for the Spirit to lift the hearts of his friends and family.

Posted by: Frank (bluebird) at March 18, 2010 05:51 PM

I would like to express how saddened I am
to hear of the passing away of an old friend.
My family and Bobby's family grew up in the
same neighborhood.
Even though many years and many miles have gone
by, I still have vivid memories of one of the
kindest, most likeable people I've ever had the
pleasure to know.
Please accept my sincerest sympathies upon the
loss of your beloved Bobby.
An old time friend, Diane Slaughter Noel

Posted by: Diane Slaughter Noel at March 18, 2010 05:15 PM

You were the best papa anyone could ask for Love & miss you very much

Posted by: Brandy Kanusek at March 18, 2010 03:00 PM

Mr.Pepsi Cola, just waving the hand and I know you are waving right back. I'm going to miss you. Mrs. Diet Pepsi if there is anything I can do please let me know. My prayers are with you.

Your Friend
Country Boy

Posted by: JD Evans at March 18, 2010 12:55 PM

Much love and many prayers are with you all in these difficult days of letting go. It is very difficult , but take comfort in knowing he is in the arms of our loving God, he is whole again, no more pain, no more suffering.

Posted by: Arie Fenderson Blankenship at March 18, 2010 12:02 PM

Rochelle and family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I am very sorry we are losing such a sweet and smart person. Pepsi was loved by everyone I know. He was always very caring about all his fiends. I will always remember him that night on the CB radio when he was asked what he was up to, and his response was "just sitting here blowing a little smoke. I had to laugh, because he sounded like he was right here in our house. I know Pepsi is with God right now, and is no longer in pain or suffering. I am so glad i got to know him. Rochelle if there is anything we can do for you or your family, please dont hesitate to call or yell at us on the CB radio. Pepsi and Rochelle's CB friends, Little Country and Country Kitty

Posted by: Diane Shelton and Shawn Hodges at March 18, 2010 05:25 AM

My sincerest condolences to the family of Mr. Minetree aka "Pepsi Cola"

I will remember him most for his kind, giving nature, and will always greatly respect the cougage he displayed during his last few years with us.

God bless you Miss Pepsi. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and if you need anything, don't hesitate to call.

Doc

Posted by: Mike - SnakeDr. at March 17, 2010 05:48 PM

Pepsi Cola was a very likable person on the CB radio and we will all miss him very much. May God be with his family at this time.

Your Friend
Shorty

Posted by: Laura Wontz at March 17, 2010 02:46 PM

Bert.....I send my deepest condolences to you upon the passing of your Dad. I've only met him once but he was very nice. Momma and Daddy knew him and your Mother very well. I send my Love to you and to the rest of your brothers and sisters and please know that I am thinking of all of you. He is now in the arms of Jesus and you all will be with him again oneday. My Daddy passed in 1998 and its hard to lose a Dad. Let me know if there is anything that you or your Family needs.

Posted by: Dale Wolfrey Alter at March 17, 2010 02:43 PM

Rochelle, I am so sorry to hear of Bobbys' passing.I will always have very fond memories of you and him. If there is anything that you need, please don't hesitate to let me know. God Bless you and your children and you all are in my prayers and thoughts.

Posted by: Frances Wolfrey at March 17, 2010 02:37 PM

He was a very liked person on the CB radio and we will all miss him very much. And may God be with the family at this trying time.

Your Friend
Shorty

Posted by: Laura Wontz at March 17, 2010 02:28 PM

WE SURE WILL MISS CHATTING WITH HIM ON THE CB & HEARING HIM SAY "JUST BLOWING A LITTLE SMOKE" PEPSI COLA WAS A VERRY KIND PERSON & HE WILL BE TRULY MISSED.
YOUR FRIEND'S
KILLSWICH & SNOWBUNNY

Posted by: JIM & ERIN DILLON at March 17, 2010 01:41 PM

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