Robert Mark “Bo” Raber Jr., 30of Burton, WV passed away on Monday, September 5, 2011 in Morgantown, WV unexpectedly. He was born November 13, 1980 at South Carolina, a son of the Robert Mark Raber Sr. of New Jersey and Rhonda Jean Jones and husband Jeffrey Layman of Hundred, WV.
In addition to his parents, Bo is survived by his son Kaleb Joseph Raber of Martinsburg, WV; one sister, Amy Sayer and husband Ron of Burton; nieces, Melissa Nicole “Cole” Sayer and Alyssa Paige “Ally” Sayer and his grandmothers, Jean Jones of Flat Run, Mannington, and Dottie Raber of Mannington. Also surviving are several aunts, uncles and cousins as well as his former wife, Michelle Raber of Martinsburg, WV.
Bo was preceded in death by his fiancée, Katrina Lynn Hudson, his unborn daughter, Alexis Paige Raber, and his grandfathers, Robert Cleveland Jones and Guy Raber.
Bo liked to hunt, ride 4-wheelers and spend time with his son Kaleb and his nieces, Nicole and Ally. He also enjoyed cooking and his favorite football team was the Dallas Cowboys. He was employed at Blue Mountain Engineering and also worked as an Auto-Technician at Walmart. He attended North Marion High School. He and his son Kaleb had a special song called “The Highway 20 Ride”.
Friends may call at the Masters Funeral Home, 209 Main Street, Mannington, WV on Friday, September 8, 2011 from 7-9:00 P.M. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. in the funeral home with Evangelist Michael Reese officiating. Burial will follow at the Fluharty Cemetery in Plum Run, WV. The casket will remain closed for all services. Condolences may be left for the family at mastersfuneralhomewv.com.
Condolences
Those we love don't go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Much loved, missed so very much and so very dear.
RIP my brother
you were a big part of my life for sometime and if it wasnt for you me or my son wouldnt be here now
you made sure we got to the hospital on time.I`ll miss you and love you always. I thank you for everything you have ever taught me and showed me.may not have been blood but you will always be my brother and I love you.
Rhonda,
I am so sorry for your loss. Bo will be remembered for his outgoing attitude and willingness to accept and try anything. If there is anything I can do please let me know. I pray God comforts you and the many good memories you have carry you through this difficult time.
Love and Blessings,
Shelly
I am very sorry for your loss. God be with you
Nicole,
If you ever need some one to just sit back and listen... Then I'm here. My Condolences,
Beth Carnes & Family
To all family and friends of Bo, mine and my family's deepest condolences and prayers go out to all of you. To Kaleb we are so very sorry for your loss, GOD bless you. I unfortunately did not have the pleasure of meeting Bo but in my conversations with my nephews I have gathered a clear picture of the man he was and I am deeply saddened I did not meet the man who made my niece Katrina so happy. For that we will always be in his debt. We are so sorry for all of you. If there is anything I can do please e-mail me. God bless. Eric & the Hudson family.
To all family and friends of Bo,
My family and I are so sorry about your loss. Our condolences and prayers go out to you all. Kaleb, we are so very sorry for the loss of your dad. God bless you. I never had the pleasure of meeting him, but I have a clear picture in my mind of the man Bo was. I regret not having been able to meet the man who made my niece Katrina happy. If there is anything our family can do, please get in touch. Again, our entire family sends condolences out to you.
Eric Hudson
Dear Raber and other families,
I am sorry for your loss. He was a direct descendant of William Bradford, the Mayflower passenger. God bless him and his family.
such a tragedy , so much senseless violence, be with god bo