Robert Lee La Follette, Sr., 87, of Sanderson, FL, passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at St. Vincent’s Riverside. He was born in Freetown, IN on January 20, 1938, to the late Vern Neal La Follette and Amanda George La Follette. Robert was a fireman, police officer and National Guard veteran. He loved traveling, camping, fishing and welding. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Sanderson.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife: Marlow La Follette; daughter: Patricia Ann Carter; sister: Kay Laverne Bivins; and brother: Billy Dean La Follette.
He is survived by his wife: Patricia La Follette; sons: Robert Lee La Follette, Jr. (Cathy) and Roy Neal La Follette (Chime); sisters: Gloria Williams and Phyllis Stone; brother: Larry La Follette (Gwen); 11 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren.
A service will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at First Baptist Church of Sanderson (8787 County Road 229, Sanderson, FL 32087) with Pastor Roy Vining officiating. Burial will follow at Jones Cemetery in Callahan, FL. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Condolences can be expressed by signing the guest registry at srfhcallahan.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Shepard-Roberson Funeral Home – Callahan Chapel in Callahan, Florida.
First Baptist Church of Sanderson
First Baptist Church of Sanderson
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