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Robert Michael VanGorder was born on December 23, 1972 in Owosso, MI a son of Elmer VanGorder and Debbra (Royal) Roe. On March 22, 2013 he married Kelly Sloan. Rob enjoyed motorcycles, blacksmithing, skateboarding, listening to music, traveling, going to bike shows, having cookouts, spending time with friends and family. He did metal fabrication and built custom motorcycles for over 25 years. He owned Grease Rag Customs, one off custom shop.
Rob is survived by his wife, Kelly VanGorder; son, Tarzan Superfly VanGorder; daughter, Rylee VanGorder; Four Queens- Brittanie, Hali, Maddy and Lindsay; sister, Krissy (Fred) Cummings; brother, Gary (Denise) VanGorder; father, Elmer VanGorder; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Debbra Roe; great grandparents, Arch and Gam; and nephew, Zyair. Rob always lived his dream.
Memorial Contributions in Rob's name are suggested to the family at this time. Online condolences may be shared at www.watkinsfuneralhomes.com
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Ed H Ash
July 2, 2025
Only knowing him a short time, he was unique about motorcycles.
Rob was the only one in town that would change my front tire on
my Suzuki Boulevard.
He was part of our Vintage Motorcycle Days for years. He will be missed
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