Robert Lee Dexter Sr

Robert Lee Dexter Sr. was born on December 9, 1951 to Lunell Thomas and Emmit Dexter in Cordele, GA. He lived a joy-filled life until the Lord called him home on December 10, 2018. Robert moved to Florida as a teenager and graduated from Atlantic High School. Immediately following graduation, Robert enlisted in the United States Army and served during the Vietnam War. After his tour of duty, he returned to Delray Beach, and married his true love, Ava Sanders. He attended South Technical Trade School and became a certified master-welder which would lead to a long and dedicated career at FPL. Robert and Ava gave birth to three children; Tia Barnett (Darrell), Tammie Carey (Roderick) and Robert Dexter, Jr (Brittany). An avid outdoorsman, Robert loved fishing and working in his yard. One of his favorite topics to brag on were his grandchildren: Raia, Chancellor, Zackary, Thadeus, Trenton, Jayla, Anniyah, Anthony, Leandreya and DJ. Robert came from a large family and leaves behind to mourn seven sisters and three brothers: Virginia Thomas, Ruby LeGrand, Thelma Bronson (Fiel), Mary Flint (Gary), Teresa Dexter, Angelina Dexter, Michelle Dexter, Willie Thomas, Albert Dexter and Benjamin Dexter (Arissie). Robert was preceded in death by his mother, father and brothers Marvin Dexter and Jimmy Thomas. With a host of nieces, nephews and beloved in-laws, Robert was surrounded by love. Robert had an extended family – his FPL family. He loved all of his co-workers and thought of them as brothers. They worked long hours away from home, they fished in some of Florida's best fishin' holes and together they solved the world's problems. Robert set a positive example for all who knew him. He truly was a "Rock" to be depended on. His life impacted so many on earth, his heavenly family must be singing a mighty chorus to welcome him home.