Robert "Bob" Dinkins' Obituary
Robert D. Dinkins (Bob), 70, died February 28, 2020, from complications of Amyloidosis. Bob was born in Welch, WV, on September 1, 1949. His family later moved to Fort Lauderdale in 1953, where he spent his formative years. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Dexter and his mother Elizabeth Kelly Dinkins.
Bob was a Florida resident most of his life. He lived in Ft. Lauderdale and Miami, prior to moving his family to St. Augustine in 1984. He attended Stranahan High School and Miami-Dade Community College. He was a US Air Force veteran and proudly served his country during the Vietnam War as an aircraft mechanic. He retied from the Defense Contract Management Agency after 36 years of federal service. Throughout his career, he worked on the NASA Space Shuttle and Military aircraft defense programs, as a government Quality Assurance Representative and Program Integrator.
Bob was a true Patriot and will be leaving behind a legacy of honor and sacrifice. He devoted much of his time after his retirement to supporting military veterans. He was a lifetime member of the Brian Tutten VFW Post #2391, Vietnam Veterans Leo C. Chase Chapter #1084, AMVETS Post #45, and American Legion Post #194. Bob was also a follower of Christ and an active member at Good News Church of St. Augustine. He also gave much of his time to the St. Augustine little League and Pop Warner Football Associations, and will be remembered by many, as Coach Bob.
Most importantly, he was a loving husband, father, grandpa, son, and brother. He is survived by his beloved wife and best friend, Irene, of 44 years; his son Dane; his son, Lance and his wife Jennifer; his grandchildren, Landon, Olivia, Violet, and Emmy all of St. Augustine; his sisters, Brenda Hughes, Cynthia Braden, and Debra (Steve) Turpin, all of Hendersonville, NC. Bob is also loved and adored by countless cousins, nieces, and nephews. His generosity and kindness knew no limits and he was truly a friend to all.
Bob has now been welcomed by his Savior and heavenly family. A Celebration of Life will be conducted at 11 am at Good News Church, World Golf Village, on Tuesday, March 3, 2020.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in his memory may be made to the Amyloidosis Support Group at www. Amyloidosissupport.org.
Heritage Funeral and Cremation Service is in charge of arrangements.
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