Bobby Samuel Harts, Sr., 87, passed from his earthly life with lots of love and family at his bedside on Monday, July 28, 2025.

He was born April 4, 1938 in Pender County, the son of Richard Henry Harts and Edna Atkinson Harts. In addition to his parents Bobby was preceded in death by two grandsons; and brothers, Richard, Jimmy, and Jacky Harts.

Bobby is survived by his wife of 45 years Carmel Hope Tart Harts; nine children, Bobby Samuel Harts, Jr., Jeffery Lane Harts, Derek Lee Harts (Susan), Shanan Harts Stephenson (Ashley), Debbie Ritchlin (Mike), Mark Glenn Daughtry, Jonathan Dean Daughtry, Samuel Grant Daughtry (Whitney), and Paul Edison Daughtry ( Samantha); 17 grandchildren; seven  great grandchildren; sisters, Benida Langston (Ernie) and Wanda Kosh (Jimmy); brother, Larry Harts (Neva); many nieces, nephews, and extended family all who dearly loved Bobby.

Bobby was a strong patient soul who approached life with a calm demeanor and a smile. His strength was not just in his words but in his character and kindness. He loved his children, grandchildren, brothers and sisters. A BIG fan of NASCAR, golf, and net fishing, he found joy in both the thrill of the race and the tranquility of nature. As we remember him, we celebrate the profound impact he had on our lives. He will be greatly missed but forever cherished in our hearts.

The memorial service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 1, 2025 at Quinn McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel with the Rev. William Hill Pearsall conducting the service. Following the memorial service the family will receive friends at the funeral home.

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A service of Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel.