Robert T. “Hollywood” Pumphrey, 56 of Wooster passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Thursday, June 26, 2025 at Akron General Hospital.
Robert was born on October 4, 1968, in Weston, West Virginia the son of Roscoe and Martha Hitt Pumphrey.
Prior to his declining health, he worked for Crites and Son Paving for many years.
He is survived by his son Justin Shallenberger of Wooster; brother Michael (Cindy) Pumphrey of Wooster; sister Brenda (Robin) of Massillon; many nieces and nephews and cousins and special friend Lois Pertee.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents; sister Janet Crites, and brother Roscoe “B.J.” Pumphrey.
Celebration of Life planned for the near future.
McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster is assisting the family.
Contributions may be directed to the funeral home to help defray expenses.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com
I loved you for so long. You will always be a part me. I will miss you saying..You sure are pretty. Wasn’t suppose to be like this..You save me a place ok.
I miss you my friend!!! Our talks replay over in my head!! You helped me thru the hardest time in my life and I am beyond grateful to call you my brother! (that I never wanted, as we’d say) save me a spot Bob I’ll see you again.
I’m sorry for loss Brenda and family. My heart is with you all. Many prayers and hugs
Rest in peace Robert, Thank you for reaching out a few years ago to get to know your granddaughter, I’ve known you since I was 17with the good & bad times. Miss Rylee remembers her grandpa so I’m glad she has the good times with her. May you rest in peace. My prayers go out to the family. ❤️🩹
I can’t even grasp that your gone you seen it coming i didn’t believe It i thought you was bullshiting like normal you’ll be missed my friend keep my seat warm up there miss you my freind
Bob, you were my brother, friend, and partner in “alleged” crimes. You had my back for many years, and I am completely lost. Being at home hurts so badly because everywhere I look, I see you and am reminded that you will never come through my door with a milkshake or some other foolish thing that I need. I went to pull a shirt out of my closet, only to realize that it is yours. You lived life on your terms, and I am proud to say that you are my best friend. I haven’t cried so much since my Mom passed away. I don’t want you to be gone, I so wished that I could have just one more conversation with you so that I could tell you just how much you meant to me… but I am pretty sure that you knew that I would have moved the world for you if I could have, Bob I love you and I miss you. You will always be the true hero,
Brenda, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Love from your West Virginia Sis
Mike and Cindy,
Sorry to hear of the passing of your brother (in-law). My thoughts are with your family at this time of loss.
Condolences.i went to school with Michael,,,, Iam so sorry for your loss.
Tina Heiks Smith.
Bobby…. I cannot believe you’re gone!!! When I heard, it floored me!!! You have been like a bratty brother of mine for many many years!!!! I’ll never forget all the good (and bad) times we’ve had!!! Rest Easy Bobby! Until we meet again brother… God Speed 💞