Robert Stephen Bebb

Robert Stephen Bebb Age 82, (formerly of Cleveland, Tennessee) passed away peacefully on April 29, 2023. Steve was a graduate of Tennessee Military Institute (TMI) in Sweetwater in 1959 and a graduate of Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) in 1964. Steve then joined the Peace Corps from 1965-67 and lived in West Cameroon Africa. He taught school in Maryland and later at TMI, as well as serving as the Head Basketball Coach from 1968-71. He also worked with the Vol Network serving as a spotter next to his brother, Russ Bebb, John Ward, and Bill Anderson in the late 1960's until 1974. He received his Law Degree from the University of Tennessee in 1974. After starting his law career with Hodges, Doughty, and Carson, he later joined the 10th Judicial District Attorney's Office (Bradley, Monroe, McMinn, and Monroe Counties) working for his friend and mentor, Richard Fisher. Steve later ran for Criminal Court Judge and served in that capacity from 1982-2005. After retiring, he was elected as District Attorney for the 10th District Judicial District where he served there until his retirement in 2014.Steve enjoyed time playing golf, tennis, fishing, and hunting with his sons. He fondly remembered his time as a boys basketball coach at the Sweetwater Junior High School alongside Alan and Mike Cleveland. He enjoyed the honor of being called "Coach" by his former players. Steve loved serving the community, and had a life well lived. But he was ready to be reunited with his wife, Sun. A special thank you to his daughter Lisa for all her love and care the past several years.Preceded in death by his wife, Sun Bebb, brother Russell Harrison Bebb Jr (Russ), Sister-in-law Lawanda Carter Bebb and infant brother John Nelson Bebb; Parents, Russell Harrison Bebb Sr. (Andy) & Alice Price Bebb.Survived by sons, Dan (Alisa) Bebb and Andy Bebb (Melisa Malone) Jody Morrow, Stephen Morrow, and daughter Lisa Morrow; niece, Kimberly Bebb McNeil, Nephews; Russ Bebb and Chris Bebb; grandchildren, Parker, Charley, Adrianna, Bailey, and Jayden.Per his wishes, there will be no service.