Robert Edward Bigelow, Jr., of Cottonwood was born August 20, 1938, passed peacefully in his sleep in the early morning hours of December 15, 2008. He was preceded in death by his eldest son Gerald (Jerry) Bigelow and grandson Jason Kildoo. His loving wife of fifty years, Nancy, survives him as well as his children, Lynette (Jeff) Jacobs of Prescott, Glenn Bigelow of Chino Valley and Gordon Bigelow of Cottonwood, his sister Dera (Nick) Moeschler of Oregon and brother Chuck (Sharon) Bigelow of Texas; Also 11 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. His proudest legacy is his children whom he loved with all his heart and has trusted his wife to carry on. A gathering to celebrate his life will be on January 11, 2009 from 2 PM to 4 PM at our home (4560 Purple Sage Trail, Cottonwood, AZ) for family and friends. All are welcome. An online guestbook is available at www.westcottfuneralhome.com