Robert Bish Obituary
Robert Todd Bish 68, passed peacefully in his home on January 25, 2011. Robert was originally from Wisconsin and grew up in the Houston area. He was known for his involvement in the boxing circuit. When not boxing or judging fights he enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Robert was a very kind and gentle person known for his loving soul that touched everyone around him. A catholic service will be held at 10:30 am to celebrate his life on Friday January 28, 2011 at Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home. Cherishing his memory, he leaves behind son, Todd Bish, daughter, Kelly Sher, sister, Congetta Bish, brother, John Bish, loving mother Congetta Bish, dear relatives, and friends.
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Todd Bish
June 18, 2017
Happy Father's Day Dad. Just sitting here looking at photographs and thinking of you. Great memories of a great father and a great man. I miss you Dad.
Todd
Linda Louviere
May 23, 2017
Miss you every day Bobby.....Happy Birthday!
Todd Bish
May 21, 2017
Happy Birthday Dad, I just wanted to let you know that I'm thinking of you. I miss talking to you dad. I miss laughing with you. I miss being able to see you. It's difficult for me on this day being without you. I don't cry much but today is not a happy day, I love you.
Sheri Cheng Bish
March 22, 2016
Together again in heaven with your loving mother, Congetta Tarantino Bish and your beloved sister, Congetta Bish Bryant. All of you will never be forgotten and will hold a dear place to our hearts!
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Jimmy Bryant
December 31, 2015
Well Bobby your dear sister and my sweet wife has left this old world and hopefully joined you once again to share your lives. I hope you and your dad and your grandma Lena are all together to welcome Connie to that world beyond. She missed all of you very much and seeing ya'll once again will bring joy to her heart even though she is saddened for ones she left behind. Take care of her brother-in-law so I can see you and her again when I leave this world.
Congetta Bish
January 2, 2015
Thank you, I certainly got your very clear messages this morning, WOW..I know you are around us, I can hear and feel you. It seems impossible that it will be 4 years.........but I know how happy you are now, and that is what matters. We all love you and we will meet again
Congetta Bish-Bryant
June 16, 2014
I have been dreaming about you a lot lately last night I dreamed we were in Vegas. You know that almost everyday I think about us....we had fun and laughed so much together when we were kids, I love and miss you .....
Todd Bish
June 15, 2014
Another Father's Day passes with many fond memories about those that have passed us by. I love you Dad, and will always miss the ways that msde you so special as my Father.
Linda Louvier
December 27, 2013
Remembering all the good times
Thinking of another New Year without you
Always on my mind and in my heart
Love and miss you
Congetta Bryant
December 27, 2013
Thank you for the message you sent me,it made me smile and remember. I felt you and Daddy around me that morning,I love and remember
Todd Bish
December 26, 2013
Merry Christmas Dad, I miss having you near all of us on these special holidays most of all Christmas. Would love to give you a big hug right now. I love you Dad.
Robert Bish
Sheri Cheng
June 9, 2013
Todd and Emily
Sheri Cheng
June 9, 2013
Todd and Emily
June 9, 2013
May 22, 2012
I remembered you as I always do and sent you Birthday thoughts yesterday but it didn't print. I miss you more everyday and talk to you.....which I am sure you know. I just can't seem to get past you not being here.....thank you for being the best big brother ever. I can't quit thinking about us as little children......thank God I had you
Love and miss you Duke
Sheri Cheng
May 21, 2012
Wishing you a happy birthday, Robert! It was very heart warming visiting your gravesite yesterday and wanted to tell you that you are loved no matter where you are.
Sheri and Emily
Todd Bish
May 21, 2012
It was a good day yesterday coming to see you and celebrating your birthday with you and family. I know you were looking down smiling at us and feeling joy. It warms my heart still remembering your hugs and handshake we both enjoyed. I love you Dad and miss you.
Happy Birthday!!!
Kelly Sher
May 20, 2012
Dad,
I can't believe it's been a year and a half now since we lost you. It's funny because I still feel like you are with me. It's like you never left after all this time. I constantly feel your presence and remember you looking into my eyes and telling me how much you love me; along with other things. As your daughter, words cannot describe this feeling -you are still with me and I am very thankful that you never left my side. I love you dad so very much and on your special day I present you with this candle of my love for you.
Happy Birthday!!!!
Kelly Bish
Dads Bday party May 2012
Kelly Sher
May 20, 2012
Warmest Bday Wishes :)
Kelly Sher
May 20, 2012
We love and miss you very much Dad
Happy Birthday !!!!!!!
Todd & Kelly
Congetta Bish
June 20, 2011
Bobby,we finished your Bell, the one Jimmy ordered from New York, I know you hear it in Heaven........it will go to Todd and Kelly.I am sure even your Grandchildren will keep it for many many years. We hung it on the porch on your Birthday, it's loud! I can see you smile everytime we ring it.
I fell asleep thinking about how goofy we were as kids.....how we could entertain each other for hours and see which one could make the other laugh the most. I could hear us laughing at each other, it was easy to picture us as little children. The silliest things bring back memories .the theme to Alfred Hitchcock's TV show, The Outer Limits, a yo-yo,the Three Stooges. It seems these things keep popping up when I least expect it, I know that is you. You were a good Brother to me and I miss you.....I always will until we meet again. You never leave my heart.I will go see your marker this week. I love you
Your Sister "Duke"
Robert Bish
Kelly Sher
June 18, 2011
Grandma Bish, Jim & Kelly Sher, Robert
kelly Sher
June 18, 2011
Todd Bish , Grandma Bish, Kelly Bish , & Daughter Elizabeth
kelly sher
June 18, 2011
Robert Bish grave marker- Black Granite Etched
kelly sher
June 18, 2011
Happy Fathers Day Dad!
Your grave marker came in at the perfect time. A special gift designed specifically for you bye Todd and I. I know you really like it as much as we do and we are so excited to give it to you on this special day.
Here is a Fathers Day card just for you:
Life Lessons
You may have thought I didn't see,
Or that I hadn't heard,
Life lessons that you taught to me,
But I got every word.
Perhaps you thought I missed it all,
And that we'd grow apart,
But Dad, I picked up everything,
It's written on my heart.
Without you, Dad, I wouldn't be
The woman I am today;
You built a strong foundation
No one can take away.
I've grown up with your values,
And I'm very glad I did;
So here's to you, dear father,
From your forever grateful daughter.
I love and miss you Dad,
Kelly Bish
kelly sher
May 21, 2011
Happy Birthday Dad. I wish I could pick up the phone and call you- but I can’t. I am really missing you and its so hard today not being with you. I know you are with me though and that’s comforting. I will continue to pray for you and I hope you are getting all your birthday wishes in the gates of heaven. I will one day be with you again. I love you Dad.
Kelly Bish
Todd Bish
May 21, 2011
Happy Birthday Dad. Feeling very sad at the moment. I've been thinking about all the great times we've shared and the most memorable ones. I'd do anything to have you back. I love you. Todd
Kelly Sher
May 15, 2011
Dad,
It’s so hard losing you. It feels very strange losing someone you have a connection with. I still feel that you are with me and that you never really left- probably because you are still with me and you really haven’t left.
I want to pick up the phone and call you, but I can’t. It’s so hard losing you. I remember growing up eating Mexican food together and how we both loved to be chip n dippers, that’ s one thing we both really enjoyed doing together. I will always miss that. I have such fond memories of going to the Monterey house, or whatever Mexican food we could get our hands on and watching you eat those jalapenoes like candy (in your younger days).
I miss talking to you for hours on the phone about the simple things in life and how fast it passes us by. Gosh you were so right- I finally see it now. I miss the times when you would come to my house and hang out with the family and stay all day…sometimes to the point where I thought you would never leave. WOW I would love to take that moment back. I miss sitting around watching you making dollar bill rings and paper flowers for the grandchildren. Talking to you about your boxing stuff and judging fights and watching sports on TV with the family. I miss going to Luby's with you and then Baskin Robbins for ice cream- watching you chow down on your banana split. It’s just the simple things that mean so much that I took for granted all this time and now I really miss those simple things even your quirky phrases like “oww man.”
I miss you dad, and I know you felt that you never really were the greatest father and that we were disappointed in you. I am here to tell you, you were there so many times for me and I am very proud to have you as my father. You always wanted the best for me as a dad and I know you are looking down from the heavens above with a smile of admiration. That makes me happy knowing you are proud of me. We have been through a lot sharing the same love for one another.
Dad, you truly are special to me. I see you as the kindest soul, most giving, and loving person I actually know. I am so happy to have shared the time with you and I know you are as well. Don’t worry about a thing because I know in my heart how much you really loved me so you can rest in peace and I honestly believe we will be together again.
I love you dad always and forever.
Your daughter,
Still Kelly Bish to you :-)
P. S. I know how much you love cards so here is one especially for you dad:
Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s rush,
I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds of circling flight.
I am the soft star that shines at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry.
I am not there
I did not die.
Sue & Ernie Rogerson
January 29, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Bish Family. We know Bobby will be missed but you will all meet again someday.
Lisa Ellingham
January 29, 2011
Dear Sweet Robert:
Everyone knows this cliché, “you never get a second chance to make a good first impression”. I’ve attended numerous sales-type related seminars and experts teach that within 8 to 30 seconds of an initial meeting that a lasting impression is formed (i.e. one has only a very small window to form a memorable “good first impression“), so make it count! When we met initially in 2009, I was aware within seconds, on an intuitive level, that you possessed a sweet soul, gentle and kind-hearted. My first impression was “spot on” and you proved this cliché to be true! Through years your actions continually demonstrated yourself as a sincere, sweet man, including, and down to the soft-toned manner when you spoke. I treasure the memory when you finally “opened up to me” and explained that you are shy (and voicing your feelings was not easy), but you wanted me to know that you really liked me. Of course you didn’t have to tell me, but you made a point to share your feelings for me. The sweetness by that comment touched my heart! When giving gifts your thoughtfulness and consideration was shown by occasionally including lottery tickets -- such a fun surprise! During various occasions & holidays you told me you spent countless hours painstakingly selecting the “perfect” gift cards (which I was “blown away”) by that fact. Another unique, rare personality attribute of yours. You truly cared! You possessed an “eagle eye” and attention paid to the tiniest of details never ceased to amaze me. The first time you shared stories from “boxing days” and demonstrated a “lightning speed boxing jab”, I remember the wide-eyed-jaw-dropped-open reaction on my face since I was extremely surprised and caught off guard by the speed of that jab. You saw this and said and something like, “yes, I’m older, but still very quick!”, then we both shared a good laugh! I have many fond memories of you. Your legacy continues within your children, your family, and through the countless friendships and associations you developed during the course of your life. I love you and grateful for the times we shared together.
Very truly yours,
Lisa Ellingham
Howard Louvier's New Years Party 1978 - Penthouse of Astroworld Hotel
Linda Louvier
January 29, 2011
Linda Louvier
January 29, 2011
Heaven now has an angel that can play the trumpet and when it is my turn to meet him there, I am sure I will hear him playing "Cherry Pink & Apple Blossom White".
My love and sympathy to all of the family and my deepest respect to his Mom for raising such a loving and remarkable son, who made the world a brighter place for all of us, especially me.
Your were always in my life and will always be in my heart.
Until we dance again ........
Linda Louvier & Bobby - Soul Mates Forever
Linda Louvier
January 29, 2011
Lisa Ellingham
January 29, 2011
Dear Sweet Robert:
Everyone knows this cliché, “you never get a second chance to make a good first impression”. I’ve attended numerous sales-type related seminars and experts teach that within 8 to 30 seconds of an initial meeting that a lasting impression is formed (i.e. one has only a very small window to form a memorable “good first impression“), so make it count! When we met initially in 2009, I was aware within seconds, on an intuitive level, that you possessed a sweet soul, gentle and kind-hearted. My first impression was “spot on” and you proved this cliché to be true! Through years your actions continually demonstrated yourself as a sincere, sweet man, including, and down to the soft-toned manner when you spoke. I treasure the memory when you finally “opened up to me” and explained that you are shy (and voicing your feelings was not easy), but you wanted me to know that you really liked me. Of course you didn’t have to tell me, but you made a point to share your feelings for me. The sweetness by that comment touched my heart! When giving gifts your thoughtfulness and consideration was shown by occasionally including lottery tickets -- such a fun surprise! During various occasions & holidays you told me you spent countless hours painstakingly selecting the “perfect” gift cards (which I was “blown away”) by that fact. Another unique, rare personality attribute of yours. You truly cared! You possessed an “eagle eye” and attention paid to the tiniest of details never ceased to amaze me. The first time you shared stories from “boxing days” and demonstrated a “lightning speed boxing jab”, I remember the wide-eyed-jaw-dropped-open reaction on my face since I was extremely surprised and caught off guard by the speed of that jab. You saw this and said and something like, “yes, I’m older, but still very quick!”, then we both shared a good laugh! I have many fond memories of you. Your legacy continues within your children, your family, and through the countless friendships and associations you developed during the course of your life. I love you and grateful for the times we shared together.
Very truly yours,
Lisa Ellingham
Harry Barrett
January 28, 2011
Bobby you were one great guy. We had so much fun playing basketball at Jackson and Austin. Your family was always so nice to me and my family. You were the leader of the greatest English class ever put together. Miss McLain loved you as did all of your family and friends. Daryl James called to send his love and prayers to your family. Slug thanks for all the love and kindness you gave to Bobby. Robin thanks for calling me, and Connie you will always be special as will your mother, father and John. May God bless all of your family. Mother (90) sends her love to your mom. Bobby I look forward to seeing you again when that great day comes. Your friend, Harry and the Barrett family.
January 28, 2011
Bobby you were one great guy. Your family was always so good to me and my family. We had so much fun in basketball at Jackson and Austin. You were the leader of the most famous English class in America. Ms. McLain loved you as did all of your friends. Daryl James called and sends his love to the family. Robin thanks for letting me know and Connie you will always be special as will your mother, father and John. Slug you were a great friend to Bobby, and we all thank you for the love and kindness you gave him. Bobby we love you and look forward to that great day when we can all be together again. May God continue to bless your family. Love from Harry and the Barrett family.
January 28, 2011
To the Bish and Geiler Family, We are saddened by your loss. You are in our hearts and prayers. Love you, The Erenwerts
January 28, 2011
Connie Our deepest sympathy to you and your family, Prayers for Gods healing hands.Tommy and Ruth Cook
Bobby working the corner at Sam Houston Coliseum in Houston, 1972
Tom DeHart
January 28, 2011
Kevin Phelps
January 28, 2011
Our prayers are with you and your family.
Harry Thomas
January 28, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Thanksgiving '09 - Todd & Kelly (Children)
Lisa Ellingham
January 27, 2011
Thanksgiving '09 - Sister Congetta (Aunt Connie)
Lisa Ellingham
January 27, 2011
Thanksgiving '09 - at Robin & Steve Geiler's Home
Lisa Ellingham
January 27, 2011
Thanksgiving '09 - Group
Lisa Ellingham
January 27, 2011
Thanksgiving '09 - Emily Bish (Granddaughter)
Lisa Ellingham
January 27, 2011
Bobby & Sarah Baker
January 27, 2011
We knew Bobby at Austin High School. He was a fun guy. Our prayers are with his family.
John Spurlock
January 27, 2011
My sympathies to the Bish family.
Maggie Geiler
January 27, 2011
PSALM 34:18
"The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."
Dearest Uncle Bobby. I know your in a better place, but I will miss your kind sould, and all the times you gave me the dollar bill rings. I will miss your happy smile and how you loved me no matter what. I will miss you at thanksgiving. I will miss you all the time. I love you very much. And to all my family that is feeling so much sorrow, just remember, God has windows in heaven. Uncle Bobby will visit us, and his spirit will live on forever. You are very much loved.
Love,
Mags
Jordy
January 27, 2011
May your soul rest in peace, Uncle Bobby.
We all miss you, but we know you are in a much better place.
Randy Horn
January 27, 2011
I only knew Robert a short time and feel lucky to have met him. Everyone in the boxing community will miss him and thank him for his contributions to the sport.
President USA Boxing Gulf Assoc. R.J.Horn
(Buddy) Wayne Miller
January 27, 2011
Bobby was my good friend and it was an honor to have been his Brother In Law. He was a great person and a gentle spirit. He will be missed greatly. My Prayers and thoughts are with the Bish Family.
January 27, 2011
Bobby never failed to make me laugh with his humorous personality and antics at S. F. Austin High School. I am smiling as I write this. My deepest sympathy to his family. Fran Argiropoulos Pond, Houston, Texas
Sheryl Taylor
January 27, 2011
Robert was a very nice person - my prayers are with the family. Sheryl Taylor
Jimmy Bryant
January 27, 2011
I only knew Bobby for a short 16 years and in that time I knew him to be an honest, kind, caring, generous man with impeccable integrity.
I will always be proud and honored to have known him not only as my friend but as my brother-in-law.
Michelle Rodriguez
January 27, 2011
I worked for Robert many, many years until he retired. He was such a good person and a joy to be around. I'm still shocked of this horrible news. My prayers go out to the family and dear friends he left behind. We all have wonderful memories of him that will stay with us forever.
Lynda Tarr
January 27, 2011
May God be with the Bish family in their time of loss of their loved one.
Mario Ramirez
January 27, 2011
Robert was a kind individual to all he met. I'm blessed that I had the opportunity to know Robert Bish. My Prayers and Sympathy are with his family during this diffcult time.
Peace
Michelle Rodriguez
January 27, 2011
May GOD BLESS the Bish family. Robert was one of the greatest bosses but most of all a wonderful friend. May he rest in peace.
Jerry Langford
January 27, 2011
What a great guy Bobby Bish was, and a great classmate and friend.All my prayers go out to his family.
Robin Geiler
January 27, 2011
Uncle Bobby, I am so sad to say goodbye! I have a million memories of you in my childhood that I will forever treasure. Rusk St., Hackney St., Houston Used Carpet, the time it snowed on Hackney, the Red Velvet Hot Pants and Go-Go boots you and Aunt Faye gave me for my 4th Christmas, the Shetland Pony that came thru the neighborhood that I was terrified of til you took my hand and led me to it, Mac Trucks as my playground, the Houston Cougars, Dinner Bell, Elvin Hayes, the way you would devour Nana's Pasta, the donut shop, Medida's Mexican food, your Gold Cadillac, Thanksgivings, your dollar bill tricks,and how very, very kind you were to me. I will miss you making me laugh and hearing your stories of "Down Goes Frazier", and all the great fights you called. You will stay tucked in my heart until we meet again on the other side. Thank you for all the love and great memories. You have been a great influence on my life. May you forever dance with the Angels and may your cup overflow with joy. I love you.
January 27, 2011
Sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our prayers. Your cousin in Indiana. Love,Gilbert and Sharon Reardon
George White
January 27, 2011
Condolences to the Bish family, wonderful caring guy, I was blessed to have known him.
Connie Bryant
January 27, 2011
Who will I share all these childhood memories with now? You pulling me on the snow sled,playing marbles, jax, the YO-YO you taught me to use,the long talks we had, how you always watched over me when I was little...........you were the best Big Brother......a piece of me has died with you.There are no words to tell you how very deep this emptiness feels. Thank you for all the memories, thank you for being my brother.. I will never stop missing you..until we meet again..I love you...your sister "duke".....Connie
DOUG PASCHAL
January 27, 2011
BOBBY WAS A GREAT FRIEND - HE'LL BE MISSED BUT I'M GLAD HE PASSED THROUGH MY LIFE. WITH SYMPATHY TO ALL THE BISH FAMILY HE LEAVES BEHIND.
Nicole Sapp
January 27, 2011
My prayers are with Roberts Family. He was such a nice person. I feel lucky to have known him.
larry harper
January 27, 2011
Robert was a great guy. He will be missed
Wayne Schilleci
January 27, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I have many wonderful memories of a good man I called my friend.
Sam Garza
January 27, 2011
My prayers are with you and your Family, tell Sammy hi for us. God Bless You Borther Bish.
Barbara Parker
January 27, 2011
Dear Connie, so sorry to hear of Bobby's passing. My prayers go out to you and your family at this sad time. Your old classmate is thinking of you.
Congetta Bryant
January 27, 2011
Thank you Bobby, thank you for all the memories, memories of a time when we were small, before we left Milwaukee and you would pull me on the snow sled,that was so much fun....and memories of summers in Indiana at grandmas old farm house. Thank you for teaching me how to play marbles, and letting me teach you how to play jax, thank you for letting me be "Queen for a day" when it was really your turn to be "King for a day". All the times you tried to keep me from climbing to the top of a tree,or, jumping off a rooftop. You always were there when we were little. There was no televison back then, so at night we layed on the floor and listened to the radio,Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, all the Big Bands would be playing and sometimes mom and dad would dance,and daddy would put my feet on his and dance me around the floor and mom would hold your hand and you would dance with her.
We played Cowboy and Indians all day long, we were Marines fighting the Germans, or Japanese, we were Baby Boomers and didn't even know it. We dug a hundred holes in the ground trying to get to China.... we built castles out of milk crates and cakes out of mud. You were the world champion at Yo-Yos.....no one could "walk the dog" like you.You told me stories at night until I fell asleep, you held my hand going to school on my very first day and I was afraid, but you came to my room to check on me. Thank you.Remember when daddy bought us the Gorilla suit, you and I went around the neighborhood scratching on doors and grunting and scareing everyone.hhehhehe. When we got older we drifted apart for awhile, like most brothers and sisters,but then the kids came and we started getting close again. You were always so kind and to me, such a great listener, I could tell you anything and you would not judge me.......You told me what a great sister I was,how lucky you were to have me in your life.....no I was lucky to have you. You could make me laugh so hard sometimes that my stomach would hurt. You never failed to send me a card on my Birthday or Valentines .When I was sad you would sometimes cry with me, you would try to lift my spirits up by reminding me of something stupid we had done as kids. Thank you for the million other things you did for me, your kindness, gentle soul, thoughtfulness,..........thank you. You are finally at peace now...with daddy, I know he was waiting for you. I will see you again when you come for me, until then I will miss you more than you could have ever imagined, you took a piece of my heart with you and one day I want it back. I love you.....your little sister"DUKE".
Sam Garza
January 27, 2011
My prayers are with you and your fammily,tell Sammy hi for us. God BLESS You Brother Bish.
Tom DeHart
January 27, 2011
RIP, Bobby. Condolences to the Bish family.
Ike Fluellen
January 26, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Bish family. GOD BLESS YOU!
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