Robert “Blackie” Sorrells, 82, of Owensboro passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2020 under the care of Hospice of Western Kentucky. He was born in Central City, Kentucky on October 4, 1938 to the late Beatrice Robinson. Blackie served in the United States Army, and was self-employed with his own heating and air business. He enjoyed fishing, model cars, and drawing. Blackie was a musician and very much enjoyed music. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Along with his mother, Blackie was preceded in death by his son, Robert Sorrells, Jr.; and several siblings.
Blackie is survived by wife of 40 years, Sandra Ann Tong Sorrells; his children, Daphne (Brent) Cole, Vickie (Steve) Feko, Miranda (Jake) Austin, Jeff (Lisa) Heifner, Jenny (James) Cain; his grandchildren, Ella, Jax, Michael, Amber, Krista, Heather, Jamie, Ashley, Ashley, Austin, and Preston; and 16 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 9:00 am to 11:00 am Saturday, November 7, 2020 at Haley McGinnis Funeral Home & Crematory. Services will be 11:00 am Saturday at the funeral home. Burial to follow at Grandview Cemetery in Grandview, Indiana.
All who wish to honor and remember Blackie in person at the visitation or funeral is required to wear a mask or face covering while inside the funeral home for the safety of all those in attendance.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to Hospice of Western Kentucky; 3419 Wathen’s Crossing; Owensboro, Kentucky 42303. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
Haley McGinnis Funeral Home & Crematory is both honored and privileged to be entrusted with the care of Mr. Sorrells. Share your messages of condolence with the family of Robert “Blackie” Sorrells and sign his virtual guestbook by going to www.haleymcginnis.com.