Robert Paul Black Jr., (82 years) passed away in Yuma, Arizona on December 1, 2022. Bob was born in Thief River Falls, MN. He grew up and attended school in St. Hilaire, MN. and later moved to Minneapolis, where he attended Agricultural College at the U of M for a short time.

In 1961 Bob enlisted in the Army. He was stationed in Germany, and leave time was used traveling to neighboring countries. After leaving the service in 1963, Bob returned to Minneapolis and married Marilyn Anderson. They raised five children in the Minneapolis area.

Bob owned and operated a successful trucking company in Minneapolis for over 45 years. He semi-retired and relocated his family to Wickenburg, AZ in 1984.

In 1986, Bob married Ruth (Chris) Black, and the family moved to Elk River, MN, at which time Bob returned to oversee the operating of his trucking company.

In 2000 Bob and Chris moved to their home in Eagle Harbor, MI, though they had spent the last 18 winters in Arizona.

Bob had a passion for restoring and driving old collector cars. He also enjoyed boating, riding ATVs, and exploring Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula with his wife, family and close friends. Few roads were left unexplored. Bob had a quick wit and a wonderful smile he shared with everyone. Bob's garage was a favorite location to gather and visit with children, grandchildren and friends. He often tinkered with the odd project in his garage. He could often be spotted sitting outside in the sun, holding a cup of coffee with a beloved dog near his side. Bob loved Eagle Harbor. Watching the lake, while playing a hand of cards was a favorite pastime.

Robert is survived by his wife, Ruth (Christine) Black and a sister,  Barbara Koop; children Marcy Keogh (Paul), Leah Brown (Devin), Janine Brenteson (Chris), Bradley Black (Marjie), Ron Black (Jodie); as well as step children Jamie Sauer (Jeff), Jesse Coe (Shannon), and Matt Coe (Kacie); grandchildren Nicayle, Cheyenne, Sierra, Blaine, Kareen, Bobbie and Cody; as well as step grandchildren Andrew, Kendra, Carter, Brynn, Sydney, Jasmine and Gianna; great-grandchildren Kaylee, Kaiden, Natalia and Sofia. and by numerous nieces and nephews.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents Robert Black Sr and Alice Black; and by a granddaughter Brianne Keogh.

A graveside service will be held at the Pine Grove Cemetery in Eagle Harbor, MI on September 2, 2023. (Time to follow). A casual picnic style luncheon will follow at the Black cottage in Eagle Harbor.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Keweenaw County Historical Society or a charity of your choosing.