Robert "Bob" Asberry, age 68, of Meta, passed away on Saturday, March 20, 2021, at University of Missouri Hospital in Columbia. He was born in Van Buren on November 1, 1952, son of the late Ralph and Leona (Fox) Asberry. On November 16, 1983, in Dixon, Robert was united in marriage to Joyce Ann Wilson, who survives at their home.

Bob retired from Taos Construction after 26 years of employment. He enjoyed fishing and spending time outdoors mowing the lawn and gardening.

In addition to his loving wife, Joyce Asberry, he is also survived by three children, Rusty Asberry, Robert Joe Asberry, and Jennifer Asberry; three grandchildren, Tanner Asberry, Kenzie Asberry, and Rordan Mihalevich; two sisters, Shirley Hahn and Alberta Flowers; mother-in-law, Jo Ann Wilson; and numerous family and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother, Charles Asberry.

Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with services immediately following at 1 p.m., on Wednesday, March 24, at Fancher-Rekus Funeral Home in Meta with Bro. Manuel Seaton officiating. Interment will be held in Red Cemetery near Meta.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Bob Asberry Memorial Fund.