His awards and decorations include the Army Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, Army Overseas Service Ribbon, NATO Medal (Kosovo), and German Marksmanship Badge.  Robert is survived by his wife, Charlee De La Ossa Jones; Donations in Robert’s name can be made to Fisher House Foundation (www.fisherhouse.org)which provides support to military families.