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Our Story
The Bobby R. Larkin, Sr Charitable Association, Inc. began in 2006 as a small committee of family and friends with the intent of establishing an educational scholarship in honor of the legacy of the late Bobby R. Larkin, Sr. The scholarship became endowed in 2010.
Who is Bobby R. Larkin, Sr. ?
Bobby R. Larkin, Sr. was born on February 26, 1951 in Cleveland, OH. Bobby was the fourth child of Lillian and Wille Daniel Larkin. He accepted Christ at an early age and was a baptized member of Morning Star Baptist Church for over 40 years. He served on the Usher Board Number One, participated in the Living Cross Production, and volunteered in the Feed the Homeless Ministry.
He graduated from East High School in 1970 and married his high school sweetheart, Leevator Jackson, on his birthday, February 26, 1971.
To this beautiful union, three children were born, Leshawnda, Bobby Jr., and Lauren.
Bobby served in the United States Army in Germany for 3 years. He received an honorable discharge in 1973. He then worked for over 20 years in the manufacturing industry as a machinist. His most recent employment was at the Regional Transit Authority as a bus operator.
He had a passion to work with youth which led him to volunteer in the Euclid City School's District not only as a lunch aide, but he served as a mentor and role model to many and left a lasting impression to all who crossed his path. Bobby's loving, compassionate, caring and selfless demeanor impacted all who knew him.
Bobby loved his family unconditionally and was very proud of his children. He was extremely outgoing and had a love for laughter. If you needed a lift, he always had a joke, riddle or friendly hello. He always was ready to give advice whether you wanted it or not. Bobby was an advocate for healthy living and had a passion for exercising. Some of his hobbies were softball, football, swimming, mentoring youth, spending time with family and friends, traveling, and eating.
Meet The Board
Lee Larkin
President
Rev. Joyce Hall-Harris
Treasurer
Mary Logan
Secretary
Dr. Lauren Larkin-Baker
Public Relations Director
Leshawnda Larkin
Programming Director
Bobby R. Larkin, Jr.
Board Member
Georgia Shabazz
Board Member
Bobby Scott
Chaplain
Wanda Owens
Board Member
Joyce Bufford
Board Member
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