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Robert Koonce (Bob) age 79 years went to be with his heavenly father on March 18, 2014.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Jackie Koonce; his son David Koonce and wife Diane, daughter Leigh Padgett and husband Sam, and son Rick Koonce and wife Toni. He had 6 wonderful grandchildren and 10 beautiful great grandchildren. Samantha and husband Ehren Hertenberger and children; Bailey Sharp, Colin Emma, and Kendall Hertenberger; Roy Koonce and his children, Angel and Riley Koonce; Warren Padgett and his children Tyler and Bryce Padgett, and Mike Koonce and his wife Morgan and their children, Gage and Gavin Koonce, Duncan and Collin Koonce, sisters Jean Gregory and Sylvia Koonce.
He is preceded in death by his father and mother, Roy Clarence and Jessie Koonce, and his 3 brothers, Jack and Horace Tarkington and Brooks Koonce. Bob proudly served his country in the Marine Corp. He served in Korea from 1952 through 1955.
Bob worked for Exxon as a Manager in the tax compliance office and retired at age 52 to spend more time with his wife and family.
Bob was a devoted family man and was involved in all aspects of his children's lives, including presiding over PTA, Little League Baseball, and worked with the Pasadena Rodeo Association, just to name a few. He enjoyed bowling, golf, playing dominoes, hunting and fishing with his family and friends and above all, he enjoyed his grandchildren.
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I miss you pop every day, but know that you are in heaven with the love of your life!!!! Keep a watch on us as you always did and know that everyone here misses and lives you very much!
Leigh Padgett
Daughter
March 13, 2019
I am sorry to say that I just learned of Robert Dean's passing from my Mom. I remember sitting patiently on Grandma's front porch with Little George while Robert fashioned slingshots for us made from a forked tree branch and old bicycle tubes. We would pass the time improving our marksmanship and enjoying his company. You have my heartfelt condolences.
Michael Owens
May 13, 2014
To the Koonce family. During this difficult time only God can give us the love and peace that we need. We hope that time can heal the pain that you and your family are going through. 1 John 4:8 says that "God is love". He will help you get through this during this sad time.
JP
March 26, 2014
I'm gonna miss u greatly grandpaw all the talks and family gathering will never be the same without u I love u
warren padgett
March 24, 2014
Dear Jackie,
I was very saddened to learn that Bob, the love of your life, passed away. May our God of peace bring you and your family comfort in your time of great sorrow.
John Puffer
John Puffer
March 23, 2014
Bob, You will be surely missed by friends and family. Gail and I will always have the fondest of memories. You were a wonderful father in law to our daughter Toni. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Koonce family.
Gail & Jamie Jamison
March 20, 2014
I love and miss you dad!!!!!!
Leigh Padgett
March 20, 2014
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