Robert “Bob” Ernest Brite

Robert “Bob” Ernest Brite, 79, of Monett, passed away on Friday, Oct. 30, 2026, at Cox South Hospital in Springfield. He was born in Wichita, Kan., on May 17, 1947; the son of the late Allen Lee and Mildred (Edson) Brite. He was united in marriage in Griggsville, Ill., on Dec. 17, 1967, to his wife Linda; she survives. 
He was retired from sales and a member of the Ozark Christian Church in Monett. 
He is survived by his wife, Linda of the home; two sons: Mike Brite of Monett, and Robbie Brite of Griggsville, Ill.; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.  
He was preceded in death by his parents, Allen and Mildred, and one son: Daryl. 
 Memorial services for Bob are being held on Nov.8, at 10:45 a.m. at the Ozark Christian Church in Monett, with Rev. Randy Martin officiating.  
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home in Monett.