Robert “Bob” Strachan, 83, of Powder Springs, GA, passed away unexpectedly on

Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at his home in Powder Springs, GA. A Graveside Service will be

held in his honor on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at 1:00 PM at Barrancas National Cemetery

in Pensacola, FL.

Robert is survived by his wife of 44 years, Tricia Strachan of Powder Springs, GA and his

daughter, Robyn Strachan of Powder Springs, GA.

Robert Strachan was born on Thursday, December 21, 1939, to Christopher & Helen

Strachan in Sumit, New Jersey. He served his country proudly in the United States Navy

where he earned the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnamese Campaign Medal, and

the Air Force Unit Citation, before being honorably discharged after 4 years of service.

Robert went on to work for Western Airlines as a pilot and then worked as a pilot for Delta

Airlines. After retiring as a pilot Robert continued to work as a flight instructor. Robert

worked hard and was a wonderful provider for his family. His presence will be forever missed.

Arrangements made under the caring guidance Mayes Ward-Dobbins Funeral Home

Macland Chapel www.mayeswarddobbins.com  770-943-1511

Cemetery Details

Barrancas National Cemetery

Naval Air Station, 1 Cemetery Road

Pensacola, FL 32508

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To the best of my knowledge and as noted in whitepages, condolences may be sent to the family at 

539 SCHOFIELD DR

POWDER SPRINGS GA 30127-4360