Robert Leigh DeFries Obituary
Robert Leigh DeFries, born on April 26, 1942, passed away on November 12, 2026. Robert leaves behind family members and others who acknowledge this loss. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Bill DeFries and Genevieve Margaret DeFries; his son Larry Dare; his siblings, Judy Shockley (Dave), Roger DeFries and Jim DeFries (Rose); and his brother-in-law Glen Evans.
He is survived by: his wife Gloria Milsten DeFries; his children, Deborah French (Steve) of Washington and Phil Dare (Doris) of Travelers Rest; his grandchildren, Matt Covington (Randi) of Columbia, Jenna Covington (Woody Moe) of St. Peters, Phillip Dare of Summerville, Bobby Dare (Kate) of Summerville and Cristi Maw (Zak) of Travelers Rest; his great grandchildren, Gracie Maw, Zachary Maw, Christopher Maw, Ruby Maw and Frankie Covington; his siblings, Betty Evans and Marvin DeFries (Debbie) of Lake Havasu, Arizona; and his sister-in-law Carol DeFries.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 17th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the A. F. Crow & Son Funeral Home (201 E Washington St, Glasgow, KY 42141). A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, November 17th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the same location.
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