Robert E. Brasher

November 3, 1942 - February 28, 2020

Robert E. Brasher, Sr., affectionately known as Poppa, went to be with the Lord on Friday, February 28, 2020 at age 77. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Kaye Tubbs Brasher; three children, Bobby Brasher (Michelle), Robin Strickland (Scott), and Kristy Castor (Jeff); seven grandchildren, Danielle Gaddis (Jeff), Levi Brasher, Katie Brasher, Aselefech Strickland, Jackson Castor, Mitke Strickland, and Audrey Castor; and great grandchildren, Callie Gaddis and Brodie Gaddis; siblings, Clifford Brasher, Pat Brasher (Amy), Betty Thompson, and Fran Voegtle; godchildren, Heath Wilson (Elsa), Hayley Wilson, Kelsey Smith (Chad), and Nicole Peterson (PJ); and nieces, nephews, and other extended family and friends. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and three sisters. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army National Guard. Robert was the Little Debbie Snack Distributor in the North Jefferson area for over 30 years. He was a member of Gardendale First Baptist church for 49 years. He sang in many gospel quartets over the years. Robert was a very loving husband, father, and grandfather who will be missed dearly by his family. Visitation will be Sunday, March 1, 2020 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at The New Gardendale Funeral Home. The funeral service will be Monday, March 2, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of the funeral home with burial to follow at Oakwood Memorial Gardens.