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Robert "Bob" Travis Pistorius passed away on Monday, August 19, 2024, in Hammond, Louisiana, at the age of 60. He was born on Thursday, September 12, 1963 in Hammond, Indiana to Margaret Nichols Pistorius and the late Gerald O. Pistorius. He was a resident of Hammond, Louisiana.
Robert is survived by his wife of 38 years, Beckie Pistorius; mother, Margaret Nichols Pistorius; children, Chelsea Pistorius Williams(Chris), Cailyn Pistorius Bercegeay(Ory), and Cari Elizabeth Pistorius; grandchildren, Maci, Tyler, Noah, and Paizley; sister, Wendy Pistorius Berry(Steve); nephew, T.J. Annina; and numerous cousins and extended family members.
He was preceded in death by his father, Gerald O. Pistorius; and nephew, Travis Annina.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home in Hammond, 2000 N Morrison Boulevard, Hammond, Louisiana 70401, on Monday, August 26, 2024, beginning at 11:00 AM until the memorial service begins at 1:00 PM.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
2000 N Morrison Blvd P.O. Box 2035, Hammond, LA 70401


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