Robert D. Burnsworth

Robert D. Burnsworth, 99, of Huntington, passed away peacefully at 12:21 pm Thursday, February 6, 2025, at his residence with his wife, Mable, by his side. Robert was born on June 4, 1925, in Wabash, IN, the son of Homer Burnsworth and Mary (Burns) Burnsworth. He graduated from Huntington Township High School with the class of 1943. Robert proudly served in World War II in the US Navy, surviving an attack on his ship, the U.S.S. Sangamon after being struck by a Kamikaze Plane in August of 1945. He married his wife, Mable H. Searles on April 24, 1959. For their 65 years of marriage, Robert and Mable called Huntington, Indiana home. Robert worked for Sealtest and Lehmans before successfully starting his own heating and air conditioning business. His business, Bob’s Refrigeration operated for over 50 years serving Huntington County and surrounding areas. Robert loved the outdoors, he enjoyed any time he was spending outside whether it be camping, mushroom hunting, feeding the birds, or watching wildlife. In his younger years, Robert enjoyed playing basketball and going square dancing. Survivors include his Wife, Mable H. Burnsworth of Huntington, IN; Son, Robert "Bob" Burnsworth of Huntington, IN; Daughter, Debra J. Marshall of Markle, IN; Five Granddaughters, Abby, Alysia, Austine, Cassandra, and Sharee; Thirteen Great Grandchildren; and Six Great Great Grandchildren. He is preceded in death by Father, Homer Leo Burnsworth, Mother, Mary E. Burnsworth, Son, Lee Alan Burnsworth, Grandson, Lee Edward Burnsworth, and Brothers, Carl E. Burnsworth and Homer J. Burnworth. Visitation will be from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Bailey-Love Mortuary, 35 West Park Drive, Huntington, IN. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 pm Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Bailey-Love Mortuary with Pastor Jimi Staton officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Etna Cemetery in Huntington. Military Honors will be rendered by the VFW Post 2689 Honor Guard. Preferred memorials to the New Life Fellowship Ministry of Huntington, IN, in care of Bailey-Love Mortuary, 35 West Park Drive, Huntington, IN, 46750. Please sign the online guest book at www.baileylove.com. Bailey-Love Mortuary is honored to serve the family of Robert D. Burnsworth.

Robert D. Burnsworth

June 4, 1925 - February 6, 2025