Mr. Robert Charles Platukas, 88, of Valdese, passed away on Monday, May 5, 2025, at his residence.

Robert was born on April 12, 1937, in Detroit, MI to the late Matthew Platukas and Ann Kalasz Platukas. He was a retired dock supervisor in the furniture industry and was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps.  Robert also attended United Baptist Church.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, James Kalasz and Ray Platukas.

Surviving is his beloved wife, Ruth Crowe Platukas of the home, and a stepdaughter, Sheila Stilwell of High Point, NC.

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 3:00 P.M. at Burke Memorial Park, with Rev. Steve Mathews officiating and with military honors provided by the U.S. Marine Corps.

An online guestbook and obituary is available at www.heritagefuneralservices.com

Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory of Valdese is assisting the Platukas family.