Robert "Rob" Withers Darden Jr

Robert (Rob) Withers Darden, Jr., 80, passed away, at his home with family, on August 28, 2026. He was born in Rome, Georgia, on December 26, 1945, to the late Robert Withers Darden Sr. and Mary Lois Vance Darden. He was a devout Episcopalian who was baptized in the Trinity, routinely took communion, and was always true to his faith. Rob graduated from West Georgia College in 1969 with a Bachelor’s degree in Business. He spent most of his professional life working as a salesman, a career that suited his ability to meet people and make connections wherever he went. Outside of work and family, he had a genuine love for the outdoors. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, the beach, and golf, which held a particularly special place in his heart. Though he was left-handed, the only thing he was able to do right handed, that very few people were aware of, was play golf - a little detail that perfectly captured his personality and his love for the game. And when football season arrived, Rob had no trouble making his allegiance known. Nothing brought him greater joy than cheering on the Georgia Bulldogs. Saturdays spent watching the Dawgs were among his favorite times, and his enthusiasm for his team was something those around him knew well. Rob was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sandra Jones Darden, with whom he shared 35 years of marriage. Their years together were filled with family, love, and countless memories that he carried with him throughout his life. He is survived by his children, Janet Bedgood (John), Robert Withers "Tripp" Darden, III (Michelle), Kirstian Farris, and Lance Farris (Yvette). Brother, John Vance "Jack" Darden, fifteen grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews, and life long friends and family with whom his memories will live on. He will be remembered for the life he lived, the people he loved, and the memories he created and shared along the way. He leaves behind the stories, traditions, laughter, and little things that made him uniquely Rob. He will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered, and forever a Georgia Bulldog at heart. The family gratefully requests that any memorial donations be made to the charity of your choice in Robert W. and Sandra Darden Jr's name.

Robert "Rob" Withers Darden Jr

December 26, 1945 - August 28, 2026