SPRINGFIELD, Ky. — With heavy hearts, the Springfield community is mourning the passing of Robert Mudd, who died peacefully on the afternoon of Saturday, August 16, 2025, after a courageous battle with ALS. Surrounded by love in his final moments, Robert’s soul was carried home, free from pain and suffering.
His wife, Kelly Essex-Mudd, shared an emotional tribute, reflecting not only on Robert’s remarkable kindness and strength but also on the deep love they shared throughout his illness.
“Though my heart is broken, I am at peace. His soul has been set free from all of his pain and suffering — God carried him home, his forever home. I love you Robert, I’ll always love you,” Kelly said in her statement.
A Journey Marked by Strength and Love
Robert’s battle with ALS was a testament to his resilience and the unwavering support of his loved ones. Despite the challenges of the disease, his spirit remained unbroken, and he continued to inspire those around him with his quiet courage and enduring kindness.
Kelly shared deeply personal words that captured the profound love and hope that defined their journey together. She spoke of their baby, a soul they never held in this life but one they always felt close to in spirit, believing that this child would be there to welcome Robert with love and peace.
“When you’re ready, when it’s time to let go, I want you to remember something I hold deep in my heart: you’re not alone. There’s someone waiting for you, someone small, full of light and love… Our baby,” she expressed, in words that moved many who read them.
Remembering Robert Mudd
Those who knew Robert describe him as a man of deep kindness, quiet strength, and unwavering love for his family. His presence left an indelible mark on the lives he touched, and his memory will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew him.
Friends and community members in Springfield have come together to honor his life, remembering him not for the illness that marked his final years, but for the warmth, compassion, and love that defined his journey.
Kelly’s words painted a picture of a man deeply loved, cherished, and never truly gone:
“I will miss you more than words can say. But I want you to go knowing that you are loved beyond this world, that I will carry your love with me always, and that one day, when it’s my turn, I will find you again.”
A Community in Mourning
Springfield residents have expressed their condolences and support to Kelly and the Mudd family, many noting the inspiration Robert’s strength provided during his illness. His passing serves as a reminder of both the devastating toll of ALS and the extraordinary resilience of those who fight it.
Community members are expected to gather in the coming days to honor Robert’s life and provide comfort to his grieving family. Details regarding memorial services are expected to be shared soon.
Legacy of Love
Robert Mudd’s story is not just one of hardship, but also of extraordinary love, faith, and endurance. Even in his final moments, he was surrounded by peace, carried by the love of his wife and the belief that he was being reunited with their baby in eternity.
As Kelly beautifully wrote, “If it gets hard… if it feels like you’re drifting… just listen for that little soul calling you home. And remember, we are never truly apart. I’ll hold your hand until the very last breath, and your heart for the rest of my life.”
Robert’s life may have ended here on earth, but his spirit and love will continue to guide those who cherished him most.
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