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Robert Hale Obituary
A native Athenian, Robert was born on September 8, 1945 to Samuel Alva Hale and Constance Adele Munford Hale. Robert attended Barrow Elementary School and Athens High School. He also served in the United States Army Reserve from 1963 until 1969. Robert was a builder and contractor in the Athens area for the remainder of his life. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Athens.
Robert was an avid genealogist and enjoyed spending his time in various hereditary organizations, including: National Society Sons of the American Revolution, where he served as President, Registrar, Secretary Treasurer, and was a member of the Color Guard for the Athens Chapter; Sons of the Confederate Veterans, where he served as Commander, Adjutant/Treasurer, and Head of Memorial Activities for the Brigadier General T.R.R. Cobb Camp No. 97. As Head of Veteran Memorial Activities, Robert located and marked over 300 Confederate soldiers' graves with government markers. Other organizations he was involved with included: John DeVane Chapters, Sons of the Revolution; Military Order of the Stars and Bars; Patriot Guard Riders (a motorcycle honor guard who escort fallen United States soldiers'), Wounded Warrior Project, and was a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association.
Robert is survived by his wife of 46 years, Elaine McGalliard Hale, his son, Robert Norman Hale, Jr. (Donna), his daughter, Amy Hale West (Steve), his five grandchildren: Brittany Hale Plassmann (Matt), Zachary Hale, Samson West, Kimberly Hale, and Emily West; his sister, Mary Hale Spencer (Jon), and several nieces and nephews. Robert was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Sam Hale, Jr.
Robert was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and friend. His favorite pastimes were those spent with his grandchildren. He loved them dearly and they loved him in return.
Funeral services will be held Friday, February 11, 2011 at 2:00 PM at First Baptist Church of Athens on Pulaski Street, with Dr. Paul Baxley officiating. Burial will follow at Evergreen Memorial Park.
Pallbearers will be Ken Chance, Jimmy Flanagan, Steve Fennell, Randall Cofer, Johnny Adkins and Paul Griffith.
Honorary pallbearers will be the members of the Athens Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution and members of Sons of the Confederate Veterans Camp No 97.
The family will receive friends Thursday from 6:00 until 8:00 pm at Lord & Stephens Funeral Home WEST.
In lieu of flowers, those desiring may send donations in Robert's memory to the Wounded Warrior Project, 7020 A C Skinner Parkway, Suite 100, Jacksonville, FL 32256; or to Athens First Baptist Church, 355 Pulaski Street, Athens GA 30601.
Lord and Stephens, WEST, is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Hale
Evelyn Power
March 9, 2011
I met Mr. Hale a few years ago after I posted on a genealogy forum. My great grandmother was an Almand. He was aggressive in contacting me, found my home number and called me;I was a little frightened. My niece and I met him at McAlister's for lunch. He had brought me pictures and records. He was soo nice and the most enthusiastic person about genealogy that I've ever met. He even took us to my great, great grandfather's grave.
There was so much more that I wanted to know. I've intended to get together with him again. The years have gone by too quickly.
I hope someone in his immediate family is carrying his love for genealogy. He did great work. He will be missed.
My condolences to the Hale family. May you find comfort in your loving memories.
Randy Rogers
February 15, 2011
May God bless all of you in this time of sorrow. Robert was a good man and did much to promote the Almand Family Reunion.He was missed last year and most assuredly will be missed at the gathering this year. I am thankful for having the opportunity to know my cousin, Robert, and it is my prayer that God will bless all of you. Take care and if there is anything I can do for you, let me know. We will meet, but we will miss him.
randy rogers
president,
Almand Family Reunion
Tom Burke
February 12, 2011
My sincere condolences to the Hale family. I am so sorry for your sudden loss and all that you have been through these past few weeks. Be assured of my thoughts and prayers.
CYCLE WORLD OF ATHENS
February 12, 2011
Remembering your great love story on Valentine's Day and always.
February 11, 2011
My sincere sympathy in the loss of Bobby. Thoughts and prayers are extended to his family during this difficult time.
Janet (Bell) Ozburn
Doris Jones
February 11, 2011
Sincere Thoughts and Prayers He Will Be Missed
Terry Hendrick
February 11, 2011
Elaine I was so sorry to hear about Bobby. He will surely be missed. I remember all our great times growing up and at the family reunions. I will be be praying for you and and your family in this sad time - know that God will help you through this. God Bless all of you. Terry Jones Hendrick- Augusta Georgia
Patsy Moseman Orr
February 11, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Brenda Cleveland
February 11, 2011
Elaine, I'm praying for your courage, strength and God's peace. I have recently experienced your same kind of sadness. I know only JESUS can sustain you and yours during this sad and difficult time believe me. My hearts hurts for you. Your classmate of '65 loves you ~~Brenda McClung Cleveland.
Patsy Doster
February 11, 2011
Elaine,Amy,Rob and family we are so sorry about Bobby. If there is anything I can do please know I am here for you.May GOD hold you in his arms and help you get through this sad time. Love you.
Patsy & Johnny
TOMMY & DIANNE DANIEL
February 10, 2011
We salute your veteran. Our condolences for your loss and gratitude for your loved one's service to our country.
Megan Lott
February 10, 2011
Praying for your family during this difficult time. John & Megan Lott
Vickie Bates
February 10, 2011
I am so thankful to have gotten to know Robert through genealogy and marking my confederate soliders graves. He helped me out alot and will be greatly missed by all. Our condolences goes out to all of you.
United Daughters of the Confederacy, Daughters of the American Revolution, United States Daughters of 1812, National Society Southern Dames of America, Society Daughters of Indian Wars.
Leidra Turner
February 10, 2011
My condolences goes out to the Hale family at this difficult time.
Dana Anderson
February 10, 2011
We are so thankful that Mr. Hale took the time to write up the history of the Confederate soldiers buried in the Watkinsville City Cemetery and donate them to our DAR chapter. His work will ensure that this historic place will be on the National Register of Historic Landmarks. His legacy of historic preservation will have a lasting impact on Oconee County. May God bless you all at this difficult time. Know that he made his own place in history by caring enough to preserve the story of our ancestors and their role in founding our great nation. Dana Anderson, Regent, Reverend John Andrew Chapters, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Watkinsville, GA
February 10, 2011
Bobby was a wonderful guy. The Son's of Confederate Veterans have lost a great worker for our Southern Heratage. On behalf of the 18th Ga. may I offer our most sincere condolences.
Major Dennis Cook
Georgia Voluteer Battalion
February 10, 2011
I knew Bobby and knew he was my friend for most of my life. I was blessed to spend a great deal of time with him in both work and play. We were truly family and I will miss him even more than I know!! Ken Chance. Bogart,Ga.
Victoria (Groover) Benson
February 10, 2011
My memories of Bobby were the "good looking, cool, older brother of Mary Margaret on Morton Ave." I am so very sorry for your loss. Love and Prayers,
Caroline (Cofer) Hamilton
February 10, 2011
I am so very sorry. Bobby was such a joy to be around. I will miss him greatly.
Henry (Clay) Keller
February 10, 2011
Bobby was always a person that showed class and integrity. He will be surely missed. Our prayers and best wishes to the family.
Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes West Chapel
February 10, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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