Robert Jackson Boutwell

Robert Jackson Boutwell, 57 of Birmingham, AL, passed on May 21, 2026. He was a longtime member of Open Door church where he was a member of the audio/visual team. He was an audio/vide professional in the private sector, as well. 

Robert is preceded in death by his parents, Robert A. and Mary A. Boutwell and sister, Katherine Lewis. He is survived by wife of 27, years, Christa Cooper Boutwell; sister, Linda Fitzgerald (Billy); furry friend, Bella; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 

Visitation will be Thursday, May 28, 2026 at Patterson Forest Grove Funeral Home from 1:00 PM until the start of service. Funeral service will begin at 2:00 PM in the chapel with burial in the adjoining cemetery. Pastor Rick Cooper officiating. 

Patterson Forest Grove Funeral Home staff is honored to serve the Boutwell family during their time of bereavement. Expressions of sympathy and condolences may be shared at www.pattersonfuneralhomes.com.

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