Robert Dale Bormes died unexpectedly March 20, 2019, at the age of 72 years old. He was born in St. Cloud, MN on November 10, 1946, to Robert H. and Darlene L. (Liestman) Bormes.  Bob graduated from Coon Rapids High School in 1966. He was united in marriage to Shirley Ann Larson on May 23, 1970, in Anoka, MN. Bob proudly served his country in the United States Navy from February 1974 to December 1994. While in the Navy, he achieved the rank of Chief Petty Officer (E-7). Upon leaving the Navy, he earned his electrical degree and worked as an electrician for 15 years. Bob was an active contributor in many organizations. He worshiped at Pine Grove Bible Church, where he organized the local blood drive, among his many forms of service. He was a member of the MN DAV Chapter 39 Honor Guard since 1994 and served as chaplain. He was active in the Minnesota Church of God state board and involved with the annual state church camp. He could always be counted on for building projects for the Church of God, for family, and for friends. Bob will be missed by so many people. He leaves behind to cherish his memories, his bride of 48 years, Shirley, along with their sons Robert J. (Cheryl) and Brian A. (Jetmi). Also missing him terribly will be his grandchildren whom he adored: Emily, Samuel, Hannah, Kennedy and Isaiah. Bob will be missed so much by his father, Robert, and siblings: Karen (David) Hansen, Gary (Ailll), David (Carlene), Mark (Julie) and Pam (Mike) Theisen along with many nephews and nieces. Bob was preceded in death by his mother in 2009. Expressions of sympathy in memory of Bob may be donated to the American Cancer Society, DAV, or the American Red Cross.