Bob Baroni, 80 of Loganville, passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. A funeral service was held on Saturday, August 9, 2025 in the Loganville Chapel of Tim Stewart Funeral Home. Interment was at Oconee Memorial Park, 2370 Hog Mountain Road, Watkinsville.
Mr. Baroni was the City Manager for the City of Lawrenceville prior to retirement. A dedicated public servant for more than four decades, Baroni began his career with the city in 1974 and went on to serve as director of Parks and Recreation, city clerk, and Lawrenceville’s first city manager. Known for his steady leadership and commitment to fiscal responsibility, he played a key role in major projects, including the construction of the current City Hall, and helped shape the city’s culture and operations. He is a City of Lawrenceville Heritage Trail medallion honoree, one of 34 individuals whose lasting contributions have shaped Lawrenceville’s history. His legacy continues to guide Lawrenceville today.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Pascal and Inez (Evans) Baroni; and brother, Russell Dane Baroni. Bob is survived by his wife of 54 years, Gloria Baroni of Loganville; daughter and son-in-law, Beth (Alan) Bannister of Loganville; brother and sister-in-law, Jerry (Laura) Barone of Ocala, Fla.; grandchildren: Jacob Bannister, Andrew Bannister, Christopher Bannister, Kayla (Chance) Bannister Tudor, Emily (Will) Bannister Gilbert; three great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Arrangements were by Tim Stewart Funeral Home, Loganville.
