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Robert Houx Obituary

Robert C. Houx, age 63 of Phoenix passed away on December 7, 2002 in Phoenix. Bob was born in Chickashaw, OK, on October 11, 1939. He was a Sgt. in the U.S. Army and retired in 1999 with 30 years of service. He is survived by his beloved wife Carlin E. Houx; daughter Bobbie (John) Grimes; son Robert Wayne; three loving grandchildren; three sisters Martha, Alice, and Peggy; two brothers Jimmy and Frank; and three surrogate children Griff, Cathy and Lisa. A Memorial Service will be at 10:00 AM, Friday, December 13, 2002 at Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary, 7924 N. 59th Ave., Glendale, AZ. Interment National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, Phoenix, AZ.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Dec. 12, 2002.

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Charlie Betebenner

December 19, 2022

Heather Mathews

December 29, 2002

Mr. Houx will be missed by many, but his spirit lives on in all of us. He was like a father to me and I will miss him greatly. Love you daddy. Love, mama heather

Imagene Kittrell

December 16, 2002

This was my wonderful Brother-in-law, and a loving Husband to my special sister, and a good Father to his kids,an asset to His country.May He rest in the Loving arms of God.

Shawn Anderson

December 14, 2002

He was my uncle. He was one of the most influential men in my life. I will miss him greatly. I loved him very much. Carry On! Sgt Houx you deserve it.

Kathi Sylvester

December 13, 2002

I am Ronnie Houx's fiance. Sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I only had the opportunity to meet Robert once. Have faith and I wish Carlin a speedy recovery from her current situation.

Brooke Bumstead

December 12, 2002

He was a great man and loved by many. I know I loved him like a father and I love his family just as much. You will always be in my prayers.

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