Robert Paul Black Jr.

Bob grew up and attended school in St. Hilaire, MN; after which he attended Agricultural College in Minneapolis for a time.

After serving in the Army (in Germany) he returned to Minneapolis in 1963 and married Marilyn Anderson. They raised five children, while Bob worked as a trucking company owner/operator. He ran the business successfully for over 45 years.

In 1984 Bob moved his family to Wickenburg, AZ after semi-retiring.

In 1986, Bob married Ruth (Christine) Coe and the family moved to Elk River, MN.

In 2000 the Blacks moved to their home in Eagle Harbor, MI. Bob had a passion for restoring and driving old collector cars, riding ATVs, boating and exploring Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula with his wife, family and friends. Few roads were left unexplored.

He had a quick wit and wonderful smile. His garage was a favorite place to gather with family and friends. He could often be spotted sitting outside in the sun; with a cup of coffee and a beloved dog by his side.

Bob passed away at 82 in Yuma, AZ on Dec. 1, 2022.

A graveside service will be held at the Pine Grove Cemetery in Eagle Harbor on Sept. 2, 2023.

A casual picnic style luncheon to follow at the Black’s residence in Eagle Harbor.

Robert is survived by wife Ruth (Christine) Black and his sister, Barbara Koop; children Marcy Keogh (Paul), Leah Brown (Devin), Janine Brenteson (Chris), Bradley Black (Marjie) and Ron Black (Jodie); stepchildren Jamie Sauer (Jeff), Jesse Coe (Shannon), and Matt Coe (Kacie); grandchildren Nicayle, Cheyenne, Sierra, Cody, Bobbie, Blaine and Kareen; as well as step grandchildren Andrew, Kendra, Carter, Brynn, Jasmine, Gianna and Sydney; great grandchildren Kaylee, Kaiden, Natalia and Sofia also many Nieces and Nephews.

Robert is preceded in death by parents Robert P Black Sr and Alice C Black, as well as by a granddaughter Brianne Keogh.