Alexandria, IN - Robert L. "Bob" Pardue, 91, entered peace and rest from Northview Health and Living in Anderson on Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, following an extended illness.

He was born on Oct. 14, 1933, in Anderson, to Orlando and Mary (Nunemaker) Pardue, and has lived in Alexandria since 1982. Bob enlisted in the United States Navy in 1952 and served a collective 22 years and five months, with seven years spent in service overseas.

He was a life member of the former Alexandria VFW and a former member of the Alexandria Eagles #1771. Bob was a fan of the Indianapolis Colts. On June 3, 1984, Bob married Linda Williams Kendall. Linda passed away on July 13, 2025, after 41 wonderful years together.

Survivors include sons, Bobby (Angela) Pardue of Muncie, Kenneth Pardue in Kansas; daughters, Robin Brown and Debbie (Jerry) Carrington, all of Anderson; stepson, Donnie Kendall of Alexandria; stepdaughters, Susan (Randy) Johnson and Lisa (Jim) Messer, all of Alexandria; 80 grandchildren and great-grandhcildren; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his wife, Bob was preceded in death by his parents; two sons, infant son, Paul Pardue and Richard Pardue; stepson, David Kendall; brother, William Pardue; sister, Maxine Schnitz.

The Pardue family will receive friends and family at a gathering time and visitation on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Owens Funeral Home, 412 N. Harrison St., Alexandria. At 6 p.m., the United States Navy and the Elwood VFW Honors Team will render military honors to close the visitation hours. Cremation will follow.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Homer's Helpers, PO Box 211, Alexandria, IN 46001-0211.

Online condolences: www.owensmemorialservices.com