Bobby W. Lamb, age 80, of Forest City

Bobby W. Lamb, age 80, of Forest City, passed away Thursday, October 2, 2025.

Bobby was born November 13, 1944 in Gaston County. He served honorably in the U.S Army and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a two-time Purple Heart recipient and also earned three Bronze stars during his military career. Bobby drove a truck most of his life and enjoyed fishing, woodworking and traveling.

He was preceded by his parents, Bob Lamb and Jessie Parker Hood; his stepfather, John Hood; siblings, Troy Hood, Vivian Lowrence, Ronald Hood, Mildred Burnette and Woody who was a very special friend and his "military brother."

Those left to cherish his memory include daughters, Amy Torres Kimbrell (Jason) and Emily Bridges (Zane) all of Forest City; sisters, Evelyn Searcy of Mill Spring and brother, David Hood of Gastonia; grandchildren, Morgan Bridges, Tyler Bridges, Elizabeth Bridges, Gabriel Torres, Sarah Torres, Alex Kimbrell, Jackson Kimbrell, Grayson Kimbrell; nieces, Penny Lowrance and Chasity Hood and nephew, David Hood, Jr.

A memorial service was held October 6 at the Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Rev. George Dedmont officiating. Military honors were accorded by the Rutherford County Honor Guard.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.