Robert W. "Psycho" Tolleson

Robert W. "Psycho" Tolleson

Robert Tolleson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 26, 2012.
Robert W. "Psycho" Tolleson, age 63, of Tyler, formerly of Sulphur Springs, passed away in the evening hours of Monday, Feb. 20, 2012, at Hospice of East Texas HomePlace in Tyler.

He was born in Sulphur Springs on March 9, 1948, to Cleo and Argiere Heard Tolleson. They survive. After graduating from high school, Robert quickly excelled as an automotive technician and finally retired from Midas International of Tyler. He was an active member of the Patriot Guard Riders. Those who knew Robert will remember his love of riding and his complicated yet simple way of life.

Robert is also survived by his wife, Dora of Bullard; brother, Brian Tolleson and wife Ambie of Sulphur Springs; and sister, Sue Keith and husband Larry of Como. He is also survived by three living children, one stepson, and four grandchildren.

Robert was preceded in death by one daughter and by grandparents, Oralee and Clarence Heard and R.H. and Mae Tolleson.

A memorial service for Robert "Psycho" Tolleson will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, March 10, 2012, at the Green Acres Baptist Church Retreat at Lake Tyler. 16163 N. Peninsula Road, Whitehouse, 75791.

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