June 21, 1947 – June 15, 2024
Robert James Fenton passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2024, and was formerly a resident of Colorado Springs, Colorado. He was a retired Chief Operating Officer and Managing Partner of Phil Long Dealerships and a military veteran.
Robert was born to Telford A. and Margaret Helen Louise (Atkinson) Fenton in the city of Long Beach, California. On March 10, 1967, he married Beverly Sue Standlee in Springfield, Missouri. He went on to become a graduate of Missouri State University and served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.
Bob loved his family and spent his life in service of their welfare and happiness. Most recently, he found great joy in being a grandfather, investing an enormous amount of time and love doting on his dearest Luke and Logan. He also cared deeply for the larger community around him. He was a long-standing member of The Church at Woodmoor and helped organize many charitable drives and organizations such as La Puente Home in Alamosa, Colorado and Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center in Colorado Springs. He was also very fond of golf, which he played several times a week at top speed in an array of weather conditions. He also enjoyed collecting classic sports cars, fishing, and playing poker.
He is survived by his loving wife, Beverly Sue Fenton; his sons: James Jay, Michael Patrick and Jeffrey Alan; his sister, Arleen Benner; and his grandchildren: Lucas David and Logan Robert.
No visitation will be held, and funeral services will take place at a future date to be determined at Berryville, Arkansas Cemetery.
Memorials in Robert J. Fenton’s name may be made to either Silver Key Senior Services in Colorado Springs, Colorado https://www.silverkey.org/donate/ or Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center https://www.veteranscenter.org/donate/#make-impact.
Mark and Monica Kjosen
19 Jun 2024Our Prayers and thoughts are with the Fenton Family. Bob and Sue were members of a Friday Golf League, Above Par. Bob always showed up with his smiling face and a great story or two. Bob will be missed!
Charlene Champion
19 Jun 2024Bob, your presence will be missed greatly in so many areas of Colorado Springs. Your ever present smile and good nature and generous loving spirit were a testament to the great man you were. Rest in peace my friend!
Sue Narad
19 Jun 2024I had the pleasure of working with Bob as his personal assistant. He was a great leader and great friend. I was lucky enough to be mentored by one of the best in the industry. I not only loved Bob but love his entire family and pray that they keep in touch. I know how hard this is for you Sue and hope each day becomes easier for you.
Greg Hoffman
19 Jun 2024You taught me a lot boss. I hope your voyage ahead is as great as the trip you had on earth.
Tor Nylander
21 Jun 2024Bob and Greg. An awesome welcome and introduction to the Phil Long Service world.
Alan & Barbara Steiner
21 Jun 2024I lost a great friend who was fun to be around. As his next door neighbor, we talked cars a lot, family passionately, and golf a little. I will miss him a great deal, but pray he is happily with his Lord.
Tom Miller
21 Jun 2024I am crushed to learn of Bob’s passing. I regard him as a very close friend. My prayers to Bob and his family. Tom Miller.
Dan Jonuska
21 Jun 2024Rest in peace Bobby. I will never forget the times we had working together at PLD. My prayers for Sue and the family.
Ezra & Manda Severin
22 Jun 2024Our deepest condolences to all family and friends for this very sad and sudden news. He will forever be with us. We will hold him in the light, and keep all of you in our hearts.
Dennis Brink
22 Jun 2024We are so blessed to have known and counted Bob as a close friend for over forty years. Bob’s enthusiasm for Sue, his boys and their families, and his life that included collector cars, traveling, golf, and volunteer work was always contagious, positive, and fun. We will miss him and send our prayers to Sue and family.
VINNY BIONDI
23 Jun 2024Bob you were were a great mentor which i am eternally grateful c0ndolences to sue and her family RIP
Kay Holt
25 Jun 2024Bob was an inspiration to me. He and Sue were pillars of Our Church at Woodmoor. A kind listening man. Bob is at peace with his Heavenly Father now. Never to be forgotten. Blessings to Sue and all the family.
Warren Knop
1 Jul 2024During the past 30+ years, Bob has been a true friend and mentor, especially during the years of service on Parish Council. Bob always came to the table with Godly and professional wisdom. There was curiosity and clarity to Bob’s life. You ran a great race in this world. Please send me words of wisdom, from your place in Heaven, to improve my golf game, dear friend.