Darrow Lamar "Bud– Big Dawg" Robey, of Rockford departed this earthly life January 13, 2022 in his home. He was born February 11, 1966 in Chicago, IL the son of Eloise Robey.  Darrow lived in Rockford since 1985 coming from Ruleville, MS. He married the former Gwendolyn Coleman April 24, 1999 in Rockford. Darrow as employed as a Melter by Gunite Foundry 14 years before becoming ill. He was a member of St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church, serving as a Deacon over the praise dance ministry, sound man, and head of Awana gaming secessions. Darrow was a avid bowler. He graduated from Ruleville Central High School, later attending Phoenix of Arizona College and received several certifications.

Darrow leaves to cherish many loving memories, his wife, Gwendolyn; three daughters, Dolisha Curtis, Kanakiesha Haney and Cora Robey; five grandchildren, Za'Riyah Trammell, Deontay Turner Jr., Ny'asia Curtis, Nubia and Na'Sir Givens;  sisters, Danita (Maurice) Browning, Darlene, Deborah, DaLisa, Davon and Dominique Robey;  a host of other relatives and friends, including god children, Celestine and Ethan Webster; special friends, McArthur Tennin, Dornal McNeely, Artemus Reed Jr., Deandre Johnson and  Darius Givens. He was predeceased by his mother; Eloise Tuekey" Robey; grandparents, Horace Robey Sr, and Leeanna Robey; and aunt, Daisy Robey.

Family will celebrate Darrow's life at a later date.