Robert T. "Bob" Cowfer, 90 of Tyrone went home to be with the Lord Sunday, August 16, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born in Port Matilda on May 13, 1936, a son of the late Thomas and Colorado (Cowher) Cowfer. On July 8, 1961, in Tyrone, he married Nancy Lee Burket who survives, they had been married 65 years. Also surviving are two sons: Mark (Stephanie) Cowfer and Paul (Deanna) Cowfer both of Altoona; two daughters: Jeremy Cowfer and Mishael (Craig) Hinton of Philadelphia; Seven grandchildren: Robbie, Christopher, Gracie, Madison, and Mason Cowfer, and Carter and Wyatt Hinton; and one brother: James Cowfer. He was preceded in death by two brothers: Bill and Lee Roy Cowfer; and a sister: Cathaleen Cowfer.

Robert was a graduate of Tyrone Area High School class of 1954. He retired as a supervisor at Westvaco in 1998 after 42 years and 10 months of service. He served honorably in the US Army National Guard.

He enjoyed reading his Bible, hunting and fishing, walking, gardening, and cooking. He loved cardinals, but most of all he loved spending time with his wife and family. He was a devoted Christian and a man of faith.

A 2 pm funeral service for Robert "Bob" Cowfer will be held on Friday, August 21, 2026, at the Richard H. Searer Funeral Home, Inc. with Reverend David R. A. McElwee officiating. Friends will be received on Friday from noon until the time of service. Private interment will be made at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Contributions in his memory may be made to New Life Methodist Church, PO Box 213 State College, PA 16804.