Robert "Bob" J. Burnsworth

Robert "Bob" Jeffrey Burnsworth, 65, of Huntington, passed away peacefully at 5:16 pm Saturday, July 4, 2026, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. Robert "Bob" was born on February 9, 1961, in Huntington, IN, the son of Robert Burnsworth and Mable (Searles) Burnsworth. He graduated from Huntington North High School with the class of 1979. Bob went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in recreational therapy and, in 1999, completed Real Estate School before beginning his career as a Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker for the past 26 years. Bob served as head coach of wheelchair basketball at Turnstone of Ft Wayne for 20 years and also coached Kim League basketball at the YMCA. Deeply involved in the community, he generously gave his time and resources to many organizations. He was a member of the Business Association, Chamber of Commerce, and Rotary Club, all in Huntington. Anyone who knew Bob understood the greatness of his character. Bob’s faith and testimony were evident in all he did. He shared with others that it is never too late, and that no one should be ashamed to praise God. He often would say, “I thank God every day that he’s made my ability stronger than my disability.” Bob didn’t just speak about the word of God; he lived it through service to others. As director of the Meal Ministry for New Life Ministries, he helped serve more than 290,000 meals since 2007. He believed in people when they had lost hope and provided essentials to help ease their daily burdens. No matter the situation, Bob was always determined to be part of the solution. Bob was not only a blessing to the community but also a devoted family man. He was a loving son, supportive father, caring brother, and cherished Grandpa “B” and uncle. For Bob, time with family was not simply spent, it was used to create lasting memories. His legacy will endure in the lives he touched and in the hearts of those who loved him. Survivors include his Mother, Mable H. Burnsworth of Huntington, IN; Two Daughters, Austine (Kenny) Laflower of Roanoke, IN, Cassi (Dustin) Howell of Huntington, IN; Son, Justice Tabor of Huntington, IN; Sister, Debra J. Marshall of Markle, IN; Grandchildren, Zane, Braylon, Corgan, Trinity, Mya, Brionna, Colin; nieces, Alysia and Abby; and Eight Great Grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his Father, Robert D. Burnsworth. *Change in venue Visitation will be from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Thursday, July 9, 2026, at Faith Community Church, 3615 N. Norwood Road, Huntington, IN. Memorial services will follow at 6:00 pm. Private burial will take place at a later date in Mt. Etna Cemetery. Memorial donations may be given in Bob's memory towards New Life Food Ministry or Huntington YMCA, in care of Adkins Bailey-Love Mortuary, 35 West Park Drive, Huntington, IN, 46750. Please sign the online guest book at www.baileylove.com. Adkins Bailey-Love Mortuary is honored to serve the family of Robert "Bob" Jeffrey Burnsworth.