Bobby "Bob" Kenneth Canter, age 72, passed away on November 14, 2025 at his residence.  He was born Febuary 15, 1953 to the late Millard Canter and Hazel McFadden Canter.  In addition to his parent's he was preceded in death by his wife, Roseann Mains Canter, and brother, Donald Canter. 

Bob held a variety of interests that brought him joy throughout his life. He loved to gamble, particularly enjoying horse races and spending time at casinos. He loved to hunt for ginseng, weedeat and mow.  Bob had a keen interest in old westerns, especially enjoying the classic show Gun Smoke. His collection of old lunch boxes and comic books reflected his playful spirit, and he had a deep appreciation for country western music as well as the oldies.

Bob is survived by his daughters, Linda Wilson (Mike), Bonnie Lunsford (Mark), Bobbie Dillard (Kevin), and Lacey Canter (Daniel); his son, Bobby Jr. (Tasha); his sisters, Linda Cogar (Tom) and Janet Leary (William); his brother, Jeff Canter; ten grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins and all of his friends at Mountain Ctiy Lumber. 

A funeral service for Bob will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at Hux & Lipford Funeral Home with Tom Reece to officiate.  The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM prior to the funeral service.  A graveside service will follow in Sunset Memorial Park. 

Pallbearers will be Jeff Canter, Mark Lunsford, Kevin Dillard, Daniel Caudill, Adam Trivett, Chris Collins, and Tommy Cogar. 

Honorary pallbearers are Markus Lunsford Dekoda Dillard, Noah Canter, Gus Wilson, Gabe Wilson, and Lane Trivett (Little Man). 

Online condolences and memories may be sent to the family at www.huxlipfordfh.com

Hux & Lipford Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Bob Canter.