"He was a kind and generous spirit who was a husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Robert lived his life as a sign artist and gospel singer. His voice touched many and his spirit motivated more," his family released in a statement.
Robert Hollis' decapitated body was found Thursday afternoon by his brother. Inglewood police continue to search for a suspect, a motive and for the man's head, which was missing from the gruesome crime scene, according to family members.
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Family members said they had no idea who would want to hurt him. Nothing was stolen from his apartment.
"How devastating. He was a really nice guy, older gentleman," neighbor Sahir Champion said. "I couldn't understand why something like this would happen to a guy like him."
A vigil will be held for Hollis at 7 p.m. Monday at Faithful Central Bible Church, 400 W. Florence Ave. in Inglewood.
Anyone with additional information about this incident was asked to contact Inglewood police at (310)412-5246.