Bobby Joe Bourbon of Potosi, Missouri, was born on April 8, 1975, a son to Hilda Lavern Bourbon. Bobby departed this life on Saturday, May 23, 2026 having reached the age of 51.

Bobby is survived by his loving mother, Hilda Lavern Bourbon; three children: Krystal Braun (Michael), Bobby Bourbon Jr. (Paige), and Kenzie Wade; granddaughter, Everleigh Bourbon; three brothers: Billy (Sharon) Bourbon, Steven Bourbon, and Scott (Kristen) Bourbon; his aunt & uncles: Donnie and Sandy Henderson, Mark Henderson; as well as nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Bobby was preceded in death by his grandparents: Ethel and JT Robertson, and William Noah Henderson and other relatives. 

Bobby grew up in the Potosi area. He lived a simple life often enjoying being outdoors. He loved hunting, fishing, mushroom hunting, and riding horses with friends. Bobby also enjoyed Bee keeping with his friend, Bruce Nipper. Bobby worked as a truck driver and logging. 

A time of visitation will be held on Thursday, May 28, 2026 from 11 AM until the time of his Funeral Service at 1 PM. Interment will follow at Hopewell Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were respectfully entrusted to the care and direction of DeClue Funeral Home.