Robert LeRoy Montalbano, 74, of Bates City, Missouri, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2016. 

Robert was born April 3, 1941, in Omaha, Nebraska, the son of Louis J. and Annabelle M. (Forester) Montalbano.  He was a very loving father and grandfather.

Robert is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Priscilla; two daughters, Shelly Kara & Connie Powers; and son, Michael Montalbano.  His survivors include daughter, Diana (Mike) Rogers of Bates City, MO; son, Robert (Moria) Montalbano of Durham, NC; granddaughter, Nicole Allison; grandson, Michael Grozier; and many other grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Arrangements:  Royer Funeral Home, Oak Grove, MO   816-690-4441