Robert J. Hobbs, Sr., 74, passed away December 21, 2015. He was a resident of Indianapolis. He was born February 16, 1941 in Indianapolis. He is survived by his sons, Robert J. (Sheila) Hobbs, II, Ryan J. (Michelle) Hobbs, Rodney J. Hobbs, and Regan J. (Marci) Hobbs; grandchildren, Ryker, Marilynn, Kristina, Rianna, Hayden, and Riley; siblings, Elmer Hensley, May Curtis, Joy Helms, and William Hobbs.Robert retired after 25 years of service from Western Electric. He attended Calvary Tabernacle Church and was an avid roller skater.A memorial visitation will be held Monday, December 28, 2015 from 12:00 – 2:00 P.M. at Simplicity Funeral & Cremation Care, Franklin, 951 North Main St., Franklin, IN 46131.Memorial contributions are suggested in Robert’s memory to the Ronald McDonald House of Indiana, Developmental Office, 435 Limestone St., Indianapolis, IN 46202. You are invited to visit www.simplicityfuneralandcremationcare where you can leave a personal message for the family.