ROBERT VANCE “ROBBIE” FORDHAM, age 38, of Eastman, GA, died Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at Dodge County Hospital. A celebration of life service will be held at 2:00PM Monday, December 18, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Daniel Cook officiating. Robbie was born in Dublin, GA, a member of Cottondale Baptist Church, and a 2003 graduate of Dodge County High School. After high school he worked for a period of time before enlisting in the U.S. Air Force. After leaving the Air Force he earned his certification in welding and worked over the years for various trailer companies. He later worked as a carpenter, welder, and electrician for several years. He was a hard worker who could do about any task that was asked of him. Robbie was a dedicated and loving father, brother, and friend to many. He enjoyed sports, fishing, hunting, gardening, golfing, collecting things, and especially hunting for arrowheads. Robbie was preceded in death by his Mother, Cathy Fordham Rogers, Maternal Grandparents, Jeanette Payne Fordham and James Robert Fordham, and Aunt, Judy Spires. He is survived by his 2 Children; Father; Sister; Brothers; Several Nieces and Nephews; Step-Father; Former Wife; Great-Aunt; Special Family Friends; Faithful Canine Companion – Ozzie; Several extended family members and numerous cousins and friends. The family may be contacted at the residence and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 1:00PM-2:00PM Monday, December 18.