US EditionBob Funk Senior Dies at 85
OKLAHOMA COUNTY, OKLAHOMA, JUL 16 – Bob Funk Sr. created jobs for hundreds of thousands and was recognized by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame and National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum for his lasting community impact.
- Robert A. Funk, co-founder of Express Employment International, died at age 85 on July 15, 2025, at his home in Yukon, Oklahoma.
- He built Express Employment Professionals since 1983 to provide millions of employment opportunities nationwide and was deeply involved in Oklahoma's agricultural and educational communities.
- Funk also founded Express Ranches in 1991, developing it into America's largest purebred seedstock operation and supported the Oklahoma Youth Expo and various civic organizations.
- Kyle Hilbert expressed sorrow at the loss of Bob Funk Sr., highlighting his impactful generosity and foresight that influenced many people, while Governor Kevin Stitt praised Funk as an influential conservative figure, a strong advocate for capitalism, and a personal friend.
- His legacy of leadership, philanthropy, and commitment to workforce development and youth will continue inspiring Oklahomans and shaping the state's future.
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Robert A. Funk, Sr., Visionary Co-Founder of Express Employment Professionals and Oklahoma Business Icon, Passes Away at 85
OKLAHOMA CITY, July 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Robert A. Funk, co-founder and executive chairman of Express Employment International, passed away at the age of 85 at his home, Express Ranches, in Yukon, Oklahoma.
Bob Funk Senior Dies at 85
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - Bob Funk Senior has passed away. Funk is known as the co-founder and president of Express Employment Professionals, which is an employment agency company with local headquarters. In 2022, he was inducted into the Oklahoma CareerTech Hall of Fame. “I am deeply saddened by the passing of Bob Funk Senior, a true Oklahoma giant. His impacton our state will be felt for generations. I had the honor of serving alongside Bob on th…
Friends and Leaders React to the Loss of Bob Funk Sr. - Oklahoma Farm Report
Robert A. Funk, co-founder and executive chairman of Express Employment International, passed away at the age of 85 at his home, Express Ranches, in Yukon, Oklahoma. A trailblazing entrepreneur and devoted leader, Bob was admired for his steadfast faith, commitment to helping others, and belief in the transformative power of work. Throughout his lifetime, he helped grow Express Employment Professionals into one of the world’s leading staffing fi…
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