Robert Lee Dixon Autry, age 25, of Rocky Point died unexpectedly, Tuesday, August 25, 2015.

He was born September 18, 1989 in Wilmington and was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Bobby Autry, Sr. and Donald Brown, Sr.

Robert is survived by his loving family; mother, Betty Ann Autry (Allen Bunch); step-father, John Dixon "J.D." Bowden; brother, Johnny W. Hatcher (Cathy Penny); grandmother, Dorothy Autry Brown; uncle, Bobby Autry, Jr. (Mendy Greiner); aunts, Donna Autry, Lisa Oxendine, and Diana Richards (Bobby) and many extended family and friends.

Robert was a peaceful spirit who dearly loved his family and everyone around him unconditionally. He was one never to hold a grudge, always forgiving. He enjoyed fishing in God's beautiful rivers and ocean. His smile, his joyful laughter and his caring manner are all treasured and remembered.

The family will receive friends 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 29, 2015 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel with service beginning at 1:00 p.m. with The Rev. Curtiss Vann officiating. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery.

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The family will receive friends 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 29, 2015 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel with service beginning at 1:00 p.m. with The Rev. Curtiss Vann officiating. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery.