Robert Elwood "Bob" Karicofe, 83, widower of Peggy Crosier Karicofe, of Verona, passed away on Friday, October 27, 2023 at Augusta Health in Fishersville.

Mr. Karicofe was born in Churchville, Virginia on April 13, 1940, a son of the late Lonnie Karicofe and Anna (Davis) Karicofe.

Bob was a 1957 graduate of Wilson Memorial High School, a member of Elk Run Church of the Brethren, and a veteran of the United States Air Force. He was a life member of Staunton Moose Lodge and also a member of the Verona and Waynesboro Moose Lodge. As an officer, he held every position on the board of officers and also held the Fellowship Degree. Additionally, Bob was a member of the Staunton FOE Eagles and the Pipefitters LU10 Richmond as a welder. Bob was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed attending car shows with his 1979 Corvette and 2008 Custom Chevy Panel Wagon.

Surviving, is his special and dear companion, Denise Hite of Staunton; three sons, Travis, Jeff and Stacy Karicofe and their spouses; three special step-children, Joe Steele, Mark Steele and his wife, and Kim Baker and her husband; a number of grandchildren, including Trent Karicofe, who played a great part in his life; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 4, 2023 at Coffman Funeral Home Chapel by Pastor Stephen Morris.

The family will receive friends following the service.

It is suggested that those desiring make memorial contributions to Augusta County Sheriff's Foundation, 3140 Stuarts Draft Hwy, Stuarts Draft VA 24477-2755.

Coffman Funeral Home and Crematory, 230 Frontier Drive in Staunton is handling his arrangements.