Robert Elmer Oakes Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Robert Elmer Oakes of Boise, Idaho, who passed away on August 7, 2025 at the age of 91. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Robert Elmer Oakes to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James Frederick and Arvey Pruett Oakes; his wife Donna Joyce Thornton; his daughter Carolyn; and his brothers, James and Raymond Oakes.
He is survived by: his siblings, Jessie Granum, Dorla Berger, Sharon Newton and Loren Oakes (Myra); his children, Kristin Richards (Clyn), Bryan Oakes (Michelle) and Steven Oakes (Sue); his sister-in-law Karen Stratton (Ron); and his grandchildren, Grant Richards, Bob Richards (Sara), Scott Richards (Leilani), Nicholas Richards (Chelsea), Stephanie Penfold (T. J.), Brad Oakes (Lorena) and Shad Oakes (Laura).
