Robert J. DeBoard, 72, of Princeton, passed away on Thursday, February 16, 2017 at Gibson General Hospital in Princeton. He was born on June 25, 1944 in Princeton to Robert and Helen (Robling) DeBoard. He worked for GCARC and then later for the ARC in Huntingburg. He was a member of New Life Church of the Nazarene. He is survived by his sister, Judy Miller (Charles) of Princeton. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Lois Jean DeBoard. Graveside Services will be held at 10 am on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at Fairview Cemetery near Princeton, officiated by Pastor Brad Keenan. Family and friends will meet at the cemetery. There will be no visitation. Colvin Funeral Home in Princeton has been entrusted with arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to First General Baptist Church, 2101 East Broadway St., Princeton, IN 47670. Envelopes will be available at the Colvin Funeral Home. You may leave a message of sympathy or light a memorial candle at www.colvinfuneralhome.com.