Bobby Franklin Shank

May 23, 1937 - October 31, 2025

Bobby Franklin Shank, 88, of Bridgewater, passed away on Friday, October 31, 2025 at Aviva Baldwin Park in Staunton.

He was born on May 23, 1937 and was a son of the late Roy Franklin Shank and Floey Edna (McFarland) Shank.

Bobby retired from DuPont. Following his retirement, he drove a bus for Rockingham County Schools for 20 years. Bobby was a member of Montezuma Church of the Brethren. Bobby loved tractors, antique engines and building barns for toy shows.

Bobby was united in marriage on March 9, 1957 to Elaine (Kiser) Shank.

Surviving in addition to his wife are his children, Deborah Keagy & husband Melvin, and Kevin Shank & wife Grace; six grandchildren, Jill Keister, Bryan Keagy, Daniel Keagy, Adam Shank, Nathan Shank, and Bethany Myers; 14 great grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held on Sunday, November 2, 2025 at 3:00 PM at Beaver Creek Cemetery with Pastor Steve Spire officiating.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at johnsonfs.com.

Bridgewater, Johnson Funeral & Cremation Service, Inc.