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Robert Lee West Jr.

Robert West Obituary

Robert Lee Bobby Lee West, Jr. went to Heaven on December 27, 2007. Known to his friends, family and co-workers as Bobby, he was born July 17, 1946 in San Antonio. He joined the San Antonio Police Department in 1968, retiring as a detective investigator in 1993. Bobby then served seven years as an investigator with the Medina County Sheriff's Office in Hondo. Not only was he liked and genuinely respected as a law enforcement agent, but he also was a loving son, husband, father, brother and uncle who will be missed greatly. He is survived by his parents Bob and Bernice West, wife Kathy Tonne West, son Jason West, son and daughter-in-law Matthew and Rachel West, all of Hondo; sister Beth West of Houston; and five nieces and nephews. Visitation and funeral services were held December 29 at First United Methodist Church in Hondo. For those desiring, memorials may be made to Cancer Therapy & Research Center in San Antonio or to the charity of your choice.

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Published by San Antonio Express-News on Jan. 27, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert West

17 Entries

Cindy Karlick

February 22, 2008

I was Bobby's sister-in-law for 25 years and I remember all the camping trips we all would take. He was always the Scrabble King and a fisherman he was....He would catch the fish and I would watch him clean them and he would tell me all about them . What kind they were and where he caught them. He was so much fun. Bobby was a wonderful father to his two sons and he will truly be missed. I am glad I had the chance to know him. Rest in peace Bobby and may God Bless you, Love Cindy Tonne Karlik

Georgia (Epperley) Deeds

February 7, 2008

Bobby was such a nice person. It was a pleasure knowing him in high school. My thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones. It was good to see him at our 40 year reunion.

Dale Davis

February 2, 2008

My wife and I are saddened to hear about Bobby's untimely passing. We both knew him in class as we attended all the public schools together. My family lived near his and I was in the same Cub Scout den of eight boys. My wife, Marlyn Wendel, sat next to him alphabetically in several classes in high school and they gave each other "Dear Abby" style advice on a daily basis. In later years, we enjoyed seeing him at reunions. Our thoughts are with his family during this time of loss.

Billy Anders

February 2, 2008

Rest in peace, Bobby, you were a good man. I'm proud to have known you at the SAPD.

Sharon Schueling

February 1, 2008

Bobby is and always will have a special place in everyones heart, from the time he taught me to ski to all the times he was there for me as a teenager.I loved to fish with him. He was the greatest fishman and loved it. He would always give me tips. Once I was in the middle of the lake and called him and he told me which lure to use and I caught a really big fish. I hope he pays attention to when I'm fishing from now on because he will be with me. I never ever remember him saying a mean thing to me or even being mean to me. I always felt he was a very close brother to me and loved him dearly. I miss him so much and a day doesn't go by that I don't cry. For some reason I just feel like he is still here and always will be with us. He is in a much better place and I feel like he will take good care of us no matter where he is. Thank you for always being there and allowing me to spend the last days of your life with you. I will never forget it. I love you bobby...

Cody Wheeler

February 1, 2008

I am very sorry for your loss. Mr. West and his Family shall be in my prayers.

Mike "Momo" Martinez ~Hondo P.D. 95-97~

February 1, 2008

My sincerest condolences on your loss. I have known the West family since 1995. Bobby, Kathy and Matthew have been well respected in law enforcement. I learned through observation that Bobby would only pick on the people he liked and / or respected. I feel fortunate Bobby would harass me. One of the last times I talked to Bobby was at Matt and Rachel's wedding. It was easy to see Bobby was very happy. Bobby, thank you for your service to man and the Great State of Texas, God Bless You.

Margaret Emerson

January 28, 2008

Kathy and Family: So sorry for your loss. Bobby was a classmate at Edison. Last saw him at our 40th Class Reunion. May God bless you at this time.

Margaret McMichael Emerson

Margaret Emerson

January 28, 2008

Kathy and Family:
So sorry about your loss. I remember Bobby as always having a smile on his face. Last time I saw him was at our 40th Class Reunion in 2004.
May God Bless you at this time.
Margaret McMichael Emerson
Edison Class of 1964

Shirley Shepard

January 28, 2008

I liked Bobby so much. He was always so much fun to be around, although he would embarass me a lot! I send my sympathy and please know my thoughts and prayers will be with you, Beth, and the family.
Shirley (Davis) Shepard

John Harkins

January 28, 2008

I knew Bobby West as an Edison High School friend in San Antonio. He was good kid then as he was as a good man, father, husband, policeman and friend. We celebrate his life of making us better people.
Sincerely,
John K. Harkins
Class of 1964

Wayne Pfeiffer

January 27, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
I've know Bobby since the second grade and most recently saw him at our 40th high school reunion. I'll never forget the times playing in his families big yard with him and other good friends. He will be missed.

Roman Sanchez

January 27, 2008

Sometimes .... only time, family and friends will help to heal the pain of losing a loved one. Many of us have already experienced this page in the book of life, so there should be comfort in knowing the circle is large. Time separated Bobby and I, but that smile would have given him away had our paths ever crossed again since high school. We were good buddies back then ........ Best Wishes for his journy today, and condolences to all!

James Welch

January 27, 2008

To Bobby's family,
It has been at least 42 years that Bobby and I last were in touch. I regret that. I leave with the family my deepest sympathies. Bobby and I attended school together from first grade to 12th grade, were in the same Cub Scout Den, and were in square dancing together. Bobby was street wise and taught me somethings the teachers at Whittier didn't. I will look forward to joking with Bobby in Eternity.

Peter Morales

January 27, 2008

I am saddened to learn of Bobby's death. We were classmates in high school.

Karen (Sue) Dean (Trial)

January 27, 2008

Bobby was such a great guy and I am very proud to have known him. I always remember the smile he always had. May God Bless you and your family during this dark time.

Ted DuBose

January 27, 2008

Most if not all of my high school memories involved Bobby. While we have lost contact over the years, he will be missed in my life. My sincere regrets to his family, mom & dad and Beth for their loss.

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