Robert Clinton Cosby Jr. has died at the age of 23, leaving his family, friends and the wider community mourning the loss of a young man remembered for his faith, creativity, intelligence and gentle personality.
Robert, affectionately known as “Bubs,” was from Salt Lake City, Utah, and was the son of Bishop Robert C. Cosby Sr. and First Lady and Evangelist Mary Martha Cosby. According to his published obituary, he died on February 23, 2026.
His death also drew public attention because of his connection to his mother, Mary Cosby, who is known for appearing on The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. Mary confirmed her son’s death in February, while the Salt Lake City Police Department confirmed his death after officers responded to an overdose call that became a death investigation.
Robert Cosby Jr. Remembered by His Family
Robert’s family obituary describes him as a bright, loving and gifted young man whose compassion and gentle spirit touched the people around him.
He was especially close to his parents. The obituary says Robert loved his parents deeply and that his mother was his closest confidante.
For his family, his death represented the loss of a son whose life was closely intertwined with theirs and whose presence had a lasting personal significance.
Mary Cosby and Robert Sr. publicly expressed their grief after their son’s death, asking for prayers and saying they found comfort in their faith.
Robert Cosby Jr. Obituary Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full name | Robert Clinton Cosby Jr. |
| Nickname | Bubs |
| Age | 23 |
| Born | November 8, 2002 |
| Died | February 23, 2026 |
| Hometown | Salt Lake City, Utah |
| Parents | Bishop Robert C. Cosby Sr. and Mary Martha Cosby |
| Education | Juan Diego Catholic School; attended schools in Utah, Florida and New York |
| Cornell University | Accepted early and completed his 10th-grade year |
| Work | Mortgage Loan Officer Assistant at Hope Mortgage |
| Known for | Gaming, piano, fashion and skateboarding |
| Founder | Thrasher Fest skateboard tournament |
| Faith | Member of the Faith Temple Pentecostal Churches |
| Cause of death | Police responded to an overdose call; official reporting did not establish a final cause in the initial death investigation |
| Funeral home | Broomhead Funeral Home, Riverton, Utah |
The obituary was published by Broomhead Funeral Home on March 2, 2026.
A Passion for Learning
Robert’s interest in education began at an early age.
According to his obituary, he attended schools in Utah, Florida and New York and was accepted early to Cornell University, where he completed his 10th-grade year.
He eventually chose to return home because he wanted to experience a traditional high school education. He completed his education at Juan Diego Catholic School.
His academic journey was one part of a life that included a range of interests and talents.
Career and Entrepreneurial Interests
Robert also developed professional and entrepreneurial interests at a young age.
He worked as a Mortgage Loan Officer Assistant at Hope Mortgage and was described in his obituary as the founder and creative force behind the inaugural Thrasher Fest skateboard tournament.
The event reflected another side of his personality and his interest in bringing people together around skateboarding.
His activities outside traditional employment showed a young person exploring different creative and business interests.
Robert’s Love of Music, Gaming and Fashion
Robert was remembered for having a wide range of interests.
His obituary highlights his love of style and fashion, as well as his skills as a gamer and pianist.
These interests provided another glimpse into his personality beyond his public connection to the Cosby family.
Friends and people who knew him have continued to share memories and condolences following his death, with many describing him in affectionate and personal terms.
Faith Was Central to Robert Cosby Jr.’s Life
Faith was described as a central part of Robert’s life.
He was baptized in Jesus’ Name and became part of the Faith Temple Pentecostal Churches, where he was known as the First Son of the church community.
His obituary says his faith guided him throughout his life and that he openly shared both the triumphs and difficulties he experienced.
That spiritual foundation has also shaped the way his family and church community have remembered him following his death.
Robert Cosby Jr. and His Great-Grandmother
One particularly personal detail included in Robert’s obituary concerns his great-grandmother, Dr. Rosemary Redmon Cosby, known within the family as “Mama.”
The obituary states that shortly before his death, Robert expressed to his cousin that he wanted to meet his great-grandmother.
Dr. Rosemary Redmon Cosby was identified as the founder of the Faith Temple Pentecostal Churches.
The detail has become one of the poignant memories included in the family’s account of Robert’s final period of life.
Robert Cosby Jr. Cause of Death
Robert’s death was initially reported after Salt Lake City police responded to an overdose call involving a 23-year-old man. Police confirmed that the response subsequently became a death investigation.
The initial police information did not establish a final official cause of death. Some later media reports have described his death as an overdose, but the distinction between an initial suspected overdose and a formally established medical cause is important.
No specific substance should be identified as the cause of Robert’s death without official confirmation.
Robert’s Family and Legacy
Robert is survived by his parents, a large extended family, the Faith Temple Pentecostal Church community, his pets Kray and Donatello, and many friends around the world, according to his published obituary.
His death has generated numerous messages of sympathy from people who knew him personally as well as viewers who became familiar with him through his family’s public life.
For those closest to him, however, Robert’s legacy extends beyond television or public attention.
He was a son, friend, church member, musician, gamer, entrepreneur and young man with interests that touched many different parts of his community.
Remembering Robert Cosby Jr. at 23
Robert Cosby Jr.’s life ended at 23, but the memories shared by his family and friends portray someone whose personality reached well beyond his years.
His obituary emphasizes his compassion, humility, faith and creativity while also remembering his academic interests, career ambitions and wide range of hobbies.
His family has been left to carry those memories forward as they continue grieving his death.
For those who knew Robert as “Bubs,” his name will remain connected not only to the tragedy of his passing but also to the person they knew during his life.
Disclaimer
This obituary is based on Robert Clinton Cosby Jr.’s published funeral-home obituary and reporting from established news organizations. His obituary confirms that he was 23, lived in Salt Lake City, Utah, and died on February 23, 2026. Police initially responded to an overdose call that became a death investigation, but the initial official reporting did not establish a final cause of death. Later reports have referred to an overdose, but no specific substance or additional circumstances should be presented as confirmed without official documentation.