Robert Brown

Bob Brown, 81, of Abilene, passed away early Friday morning, June 17, 2011 at his home in Abilene. Graveside service will be held Sunday afternoon, June 19, 2011 at 2:00 pm at Iberis Cemetery, south of Abilene.
Bob was born on March 18, 1930 in Oklahoma. He was the son of Arthur and Opal Brown. Bob served his country in the Korean War. He worked at Mrs. Bairds Bakery for over 40 years before retiring in 1990. Bob also farmed, ranched and was an avid sports fan.
He married the love of his life Bobby Joyce Brown in November of 1951. Bobby preceded him in death in 2008 after 57 years of marriage. They spent their happiest times following and guiding their four children through life. Later, they enjoyed the same duties with their beloved grandchildren. Bob never missed a game that any of his children, or grandchildren were involved in. His competitive nature came out every time his grandchildren participated in any event.
Through his life Bob enjoyed baseball, hunting and fishing. He passed that love to both of his sons. His daughters were not only his angels, but his best friends. They spent hours with each other on the phone nearly every day, discussing the latest reality show, grandchildren, or both.
Bob is survived by two sons, two daughters, nine grandchildren, and 13 greatgrandchildren. His children and their spouses include, Guy and Kathy Brown of Abilene, Art and Lou Ann Brown of Ovalo, Terry and Donald Keith of Abilene, Laurie and Jimmy Spivey of Lampasas. Survivors also included Bobs sister Gypsy Besent of Round Rock and two nieces and a nephew. Bobs treasured grandchildren are Caleb Brown and wife Kristy, Dusty Kinslow and husband Adam, Zackry Brown and wife Tonia, Jerrod Brown and wife Julia, Levi Keith and wife Kim, Amber Keith, Sara Wilfong and husband Tate, Ethan Brown and wife Sara, and Allie Spivey. These grandchildren gave Bob 13 greatgrandchildren that were the light of his life in his later years. Greatgrandchildren included Bryce, Jordyn, Anna, Blaydon, Dreighton, Hagen, Mia, Augustus, Reese, Jesse, Sam, Miller, and one on the way. His constant companion and pet Mattie will also miss him dearly.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved wife. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Greater Fort Worth Arlington Chapter, 3840 Hulen Street, Suite 601, Ft. Worth, TX, 76107 or the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 41, Abilene, TX, 79604. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.elmwoodfuneral.com

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