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Robert Franklin Ford

1950 - 2011

BORN

1950

DIED

2011

Robert Ford Obituary

Robert Franklin Ford, 61, passed away Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011. Funeral: 11 a.m. Monday at St. Matthew Lutheran Church. Private interment. Visitation: 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Thompson's Harveson & Cole Funeral Home. Memorials: Should friends desire, memorials may be given to Oxfam International or a local charity of choice. Robert was born April 1, 1950, in Columbus, Ohio, son of the late Owen W. and Emma Blomquist Ford. After graduating from high school in Lubbock, he worked at various jobs before attending law school at Texas Tech at the age of 36. After service with the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals and the Tarrant County District Attorney's Office, he started his own criminal defense practice. His interests were varied and included all types of music, art and gardening. As an avid cyclist, he regularly logged 100 miles or more in a week. No matter what he did, he lived his life exuberantly. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved stepfather, Herman Jacobs. Survivors: Wife of 32 years, Kiki; children, Natalie Ford and her fiance, Chris Parker, Paul Ford and his wife, Melette, Gina Ford; twin brother, Richard Ford of Dallas; brother, Mark Nash-Ford of Denver, Colo.

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Published by Star-Telegram from Dec. 10 to Dec. 11, 2011.

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Emily Fallis

December 4, 2023

I have wonderful memories of working on cases with Robert (usually with Joetta Keene), trying unsuccessfully to have them clean up their language and laughing with both of them. He was passionate about doing a great job on those cases. I also remember how proud he was of his daughter and her cello (i think?) skills. We would talk about music as he loved opera and I sang with the Dallas Symphony Chorus. I still think of him and miss working with him.

July 17, 2012

To the Ford Family, I am deeply saddened by the loss of Mr.Ford. He worked on my son's appeal several years ago. He was a great lawyer and he believed in getting to the truth. I know he is in heaven smiling down on all of us. May you find comfort in knowing that Robert was loved by so many of his clients. Judy Stafford

Gary Cooper

February 2, 2012

Kiki Ford informed me today (2-2-12) of Bob's passing. Sorry for your loss, Mrs. Ford. As Bob's criminal investigator (former police officer) for the past 6 years, I had grown to admire, respect, and love him. He change my views of the prosecution after being a minor part of his work in finding the truth.

Jennifer Tourje

December 30, 2011

Bob inspired me and those around him at the courthouse to engage in our daily work with passion and vigor. I will miss his energetic presence across the courtroom. I hope Kiki and Bob's family are comforted by many happy memories and that he loved you so much.

Tiffany Burks

December 20, 2011

I am very saddened to hear of Bob's passing and send my deepest sympathies to his family. May God grant you strength and peace. You all will be in my prayers.

Judge Michael McCormick

December 20, 2011

Bob was the epitomy of a great man. I remember fondly the days we worked together. He was an outstanding lawyer, a devouted family man, and a friend to all who knew him. My sincerest sympathy goes out to all in their time of mourning.

rick limones

December 12, 2011

i am so saddened by the lost of a friend i work as a guard in same building as mr.ford he was an awsome gentleman to know there was not a day when he was in the building on his way out that he would stop at my guards desk to talk and formost make me laugh i am so gonna miss you my friend :,( my heartfelt condolances out to the entire family and friends of bob.

Belen Nobert

December 12, 2011

Dear Natalie,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your happy memories of your Dad replace in time the sad ones you now have.

With love,

Belen

David Sergi

December 12, 2011

God has called home a true warrior who has both touched and saved many lives. His life was a true beacon to the world.He was a wonderful human being who saw the good in every one, not just the slef righteous. I was privileged to have known him.

Emily Fallis

December 12, 2011

May God bring comfort to you, Kiki, and Bob's children. It was a joy to work with Bob on cases (as a psychologist);and to talk with him about classical music, opera, and his beloved children.

Marie Hoffman

December 12, 2011

Dearest Natalie and Family..... to lose a life so dear.... especially your Daddy is so incredibly difficult. My heart, love and prayers are with you through this painful time. I will stay with you on this journey.
With care and love,
Marie

Carolyn Winn

December 11, 2011

My heartfelt sympathy to Kiki and her family. I visited with Bob for the first and as it turns out the "last time" at the Ford home on Dec. 1. I mentioned that my husband was a lawyer, but their paths had never crossed since my husband was in corporate law. How quickly our lives can change!

Kelly Goodness

December 11, 2011

I always told Bob he was a cross between a yappy Chihuahua arguing his clients' position in a frenetic manner and a slick poker player … always trying to get me to better his client's position while holding his hand close to the vest (and hiding what he could). I am less than I was with his passing and I send my deepest sympathies to his family. –Kelly Goodness

Kelly Goodness

December 11, 2011

I always told Bob he was a cross between a yappy Chihuahua arguing his clients' position in a frenetic manner and a slick poker player … always trying to get me to better his client's position while holding his hand close to the vest (and hiding what he could). I am less than I was with his passing and I send my deepest sympathies to his family. –Kelly Goodness

December 11, 2011

Natalie, my condolences to you and your family, Bob Randall

December 11, 2011

While being in the "law trailer" with Bob he taught me so many lessons about life, family and purpose. He showed me how and why we fight for others, regardless. Above all he always made me laugh!

Greg Easley

December 11, 2011

I have fun memories of my cousin. I am so very sorry for his family. Bob is gone way too soon. Incredibly sad.

yvette johnson

December 11, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

December 11, 2011

Prayers for you and your family, Bob-O. You were an inspiration to so many and will be missed by all that knew you. ~Daniece

steve stavron

December 10, 2011

Bob was more than a "gentleman and a scholar". For many of us who practiced law with him we held him in awe. We at the Courthouse will miss him. He always had time to greet us sincerely. I wish I had known him better. Such a wonderful person!!!

Justin Davis

December 10, 2011

I had the pleasure of getting to know Bob while working for the District Clerks Office. He always brought a smile to our faces and we always loved listening to his stories. The world lost a brilliant man. May he rest in peace.

Rick & Leslie Young

December 10, 2011

I only got to meet Bob once, while visiting Texas. He is my cousins husband (our condolances Kiki & kids). In my brief time with Bob I found him to be kind, courteous and welcoming. His sense of humor was exceptional, bar none, and his outlook on life was the same! I only wish I had gotten to know him better. Molly Ivans now has someone to hang out with (a fellow Texan too)!

Don Gandy

December 10, 2011

Bob was truly a courageous and fearless lawyer. I always learned something everytime I talked to him. He suffered no fools and was always willing to take on the powerful in defense of the powerless. I was honored to have known him and to have called him my friend. My sincere condolences to his family.

Nicole Audet

December 10, 2011

I am so thankful to have been able to know Bob. His work ethic and sense of humor were infectious. The lives he impacted are countless and will continue to be shown for years to come. I can't see a kite in the sky without thinking of Bob and I don't think that will change.

December 10, 2011

Bobby was and will always be remembered as a man of great character. He never failed to do the right thing no matter the consequences to himself. Its with great pride I am able to call him my friend.

Charlie Smith

December 10, 2011

We will miss you. You were a blessing to know and we enjoyed seeing you at Holiday park. Bobby & DJ Cox.

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