Bobby Ray Winker, 45, of Barnardsville, passed away on January 8, 2025. He was born on December 23, 1979 in Buncombe County, to Ralph and Barbara Winker Edwards.

Bobby worked with Danny Bell in the construction industry for 13 years.

In addition to his parents, Bobby is survived by his wife, Rachel Boulerisse Winker; sons, Tyler and Max Holcombe, and Colton Winker; a brother, Patrick Edwards; a grandchild, Addlyn; several aunts, uncles and cousins; as well as special friends, Danny Bell and Dwayne Crane.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, January 14, 2025, in Antioch Baptist Church cemetery. Pastor Daniel Reid will officiate.

Donations may be made to Blue Ridge Funeral and Cremation Service, PO Box 27, Mars Hill, NC 28754, to assist the family with final expenses.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.blueridgefuneralservice.org.