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Robert M. Minnick Sr. 1958-2025

Robert M. Minnick Sr, 67, passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at home.

Robert M. Minnick Sr.
Robert M. Minnick Sr.

He was born July 4, 1958 in Laurel, the son of the late Evelyn and Lucian Minnick. 

He was a carpenter and enjoyed mechanics and working with tools. He could fix cars, electronics, tools, motors, anything that was broken, he’d figure out a way to fix it and make it work. 

Robert loved his family and kids and was a better father than he knew. A handsome, determined, strong minded and very resourceful person, he was loved more than he realized. 

Robert is survived by his two sons, Robert (Randie) Minnick and James (Melanie) Minnick and his grandsons: Caiden, Jase and Mason Minnick. 

Services will be at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements are entrusted to Sellers Funeral Home.

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