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Robert Pike Obituary
Services for Mr. Pike will be 10 a.m. Thursday, November 10, 2011, at the Saint Matthews Catholic Church. Burial will be in Bryan, Texas, in Mount Calvary Cemetery.
Mr. Pike attended Gladewater school before entering the armed forces. He served nine years in the Army as a Staff Sergeant, with two tours in Vietnam. He received the Combat Infantry badge and was cited for outstanding and meritorious service rendered to the Republic of Korea Tiger Division, where the Sergeant served 19 months. He was a member of Company B, 41st Signal Division, U.S. Army.
Survivors include his wife, Josephine Pike; stepmother, Kathy Pike; sons, Robert Pike Jr. and Robert Muse; daughters, Teresa McCurry and Katrina Marino; grandchildren, Russel McCurry, Adam McCurry, Chance Freeman, Cheyanne Freeman, Stephanie Marino, Brittany Pike and Gavin Muse; brothers, Carl Pike, Gene Pike, Mark Pike, Rex Pike and Paul Pike; sisters, Nell Cannon, Winnie Ann Gifford, Marilyn Lee, Martha Lucille Cruz and Patricia Sims; and several nieces and nephews.
Mr. Pike was preceded in death by his father, Marlin Pike; mother, Mildred Pope Pike; daughter, Larresa Freeman; brothers, D.T. Pike, Howard Pike, Johnny Pike and David Pike; and sisters, Louise Powell, Betty Powell and Marie Smith.
He will be missed, but not forgotten, by family and friends.

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Beverly Harnage
November 26, 2011
Big R, im going to miss you. I know you are resting now so I know you are o.k. Shine down on Jo and let her know everything is going to be alright.....Big R, rest easy.
Sara, Rebekah, Alex, and Maliyah "May-May" Curtice
November 12, 2011
Dear JoJo, Katrina, & Stephanie & the rest of the family: We were saddened to hear of sweet Bear's passing. I pray the Lord will hold you all closely in His arms and give you comfort. What sweet, funny and amazing stories 'accompanied the presence' of our friend Bear. I believe he is heaven and loving being pain-free! You are in our prayers,
November 9, 2011
Ms.Jo I'm sorry for lost My God Bless you and you family, Love Jeanetta.
Kris Martienz
November 9, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear of Mr. Pikes passing. He was always so nice when he would come into the VA clinic for his labs. He'll surely be missed.
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November 8, 2011
So sorry to hear about the Loss of Robert. Your family is in our thoughs and prayers at this time.. God Bless Jimmy and Sandy Harris Longview Tx
Ridgey Nevill
November 8, 2011
I remember Robert as'Fuzzy Face' from many years ago. He was always one of my favorite people and always made me smile when I saw him. My prayers are with all of you in the loss of your loved one. May happy memories sustain you in the extremely difficult days to come.
Tony Pike
November 8, 2011
Miss you Uncle Robert.... Rest Peacefully knowing the rest of us won't forget you. God Bless, Your Nephew Tony
Christy Calico
November 8, 2011
Mrs JO, sorry to hear about my husband. You comforted me during my loss and I am here if you need me. I pray for strength for you and know your husband is at peace. Me and Onnestiey loves you
Betty Whitmire
November 8, 2011
Bear, I am so glad I got to know you over the years. I was bless to meet you and your family almost 4yrs ago. I will miss them morning calls to the office telling us who was out and was out up to no good. I will mostly miss you giving me and my staff a hard time daily. You touch everyone heart and soul. We all love you dearly. We all know you are better place specially with full blowing AC!! WE love and miss you Papa Bear.
Regina Petzold
November 8, 2011
Dear Jo,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. May his soul rest in peace, may you and your family find peace and comfort in those around you.
With love and prayers,
Deacon Nelson and Regina
Sessni Whitis
November 8, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Bridget Jones
November 8, 2011
Mrs. Jo,
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Dayna Chandler
November 8, 2011
Bear will be missed and loved ALWAYS! He was more than a neighbor, he was like a dad to me and a grandpa to my kids. He didn't have to be, but he was. I will miss our morning talks over cappuccinos after I took the kids to school. Hearing him say "be careful... Love" when we would leave to go somewhere. Hearing him say "what you cooking good for dinner Dayna Marie." He touched our lives in too many ways to count and we will miss him forever. We know that he is in a better place now and watching over us all. To Mrs. Jo and the family, we are so sorry for your loss. But, please know that Bear will live on in all of our hearts FOREVER. We love you Bear! Thank you for being there for me and the kids. Thank you for caring about us and loving us and making our lives better just by letting us be a part of yours. We will cherish you, always in our hearts. Rest in Peace Papa Bear until we meet again.
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