Robert M. Jimenez "Robbie" passed away Nov. 27, 2024, surrounded by his family.

Rob was born on Nov. 16, 1970 to Robert W. and Otelia Christina Jimenez (Torres). He was a proud Chumash and Chicano who loved to explore the mountains and beaches.

He attended Carpinteria and Goleta schools. He graduated from Dos Pueblos High School.

Rob went on to Wyoming Technical Institute, where he graduated with a degree and multiple certificates in Auto Body Collision and Paint. He was well known for his autobody work, and his work was featured in car shows and various auto magazines.

He was a fun-loving, adventurous person, who maintained a youthful quality about him. He loved to fish, hunt and ski. He also liked to cook and share his food with others. In addition, he shared his knowledge with others and helped them get through their challenging times.

Rob is preceded in death by his parents Robert (JJ) and Otelia Jimenez; grandmother Christina Torres; uncles Steven Torres, Albert Bustillos; and brother-in-law Edward Escobedo.

He is survived by sisters Edna (Tom) Arellano, Roseanna (Mark) Escobedo Beatty; niece Christina Arellano-Sinclair; nephews Edward Jr., Anthony, Michael Escobedo, and Tommy Arellano Jr.

Robert is also survived by his aunts Jackie Bustillos and Patsy Rangel; and cousins Polly (Steve), Albert (Anita), Alex, Robert (Carrie) Bustillos, Michael and Helene Rangel; and numerous relatives and family friends, especially Gina Cummings and Allie Mae (fur baby).

The family would like to thank the MICU at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital for their care of Rob and Good Samaritan of Santa Barbara.

A funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10 at St. Joseph's Church in Carpinteria, followed by a graveside service at Carpinteria Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Pueblo del Rey Funeral Services.

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