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Robert Edward Harper, 81, of Pasadena TX went to be with his Savior Jesus Christ on February 26, 2012. Bob was born on January 12, 1931 in Ranger, TX and is survived by his loving and caring wife of 61 years, Verna. He is also survived by his son, "Robert" Terry, daughter, Debi McMillian and husband Wayne, grandchildren, Dorothy Harper, Dustin McMillian and wife Ashley, Ashlee McMillian Hardy and husband Tyler, "Robert" Cody McMillian and by two great grandchildren, Ethan and Graham "Robert" Hardy, brothers Tom and Bill Harper, sister, Barbara Thompson and a huge extended family. Bob was preceded in death by his parents Ed and Annie Harper, sister, Marie Boney, and brother, Fred. "Poppie" as the grandkids called him, was the most amazing, kind, loving, giving, selfless person you could meet. He exhibited the purest servant heart always putting everyone in front of himself. He was dedicated to the love of his life Verna and their marriage was a true example to all of what a marriage should be. Bob retired as store manager of JC Penney's Almeda Mall store after a 35 year career. He served as company commander in the Army Reserves, and President of the South Houston Rotary Club. He was president of many retail merchant associations throughout his career. He loved his family and all that knew him loved him. Visitation will be at 1:00 PM Wednesday, February 29, 2012 followed by a funeral service at 3:00PM at Grand View Funeral Home. Graveside Services will be Thursday, March 1, 2012 at 4:00PM at Bullock Cemetery in Ranger, TX. In lieu of usual remembrances, the family has asked that contributions be made to Antioch Community Church of College Station. ACC was started by Bob's granddaughter Ashlee Hardy and her husband Pastor Tyler Hardy. ACC 915 Harvey Road College Station, TX 77840. To share words of comfort, please visit www.grandviewfunerals.com.
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Cindy Turner Houston Plating
March 6, 2012
Mrs. Harper: I wanted to express my sincere sympathy in the loss of your lifelong companion, Mr. Harper. He was a fine man, and I am glad that I got to know him the little that I did. I pray that you receive God's comfort in the days ahead, which will be the hardest. May God bless you and your family and give you peace. Praise God that we have the hope of seeing our loved ones again when this life is over.
Linda Ohm
March 1, 2012
Dear Verna and family,
It has been some time since I spoke to Bob and to you, but I have such fond memories of Bob. Bob was a "Good" man. I am so sorry for your loss.
Jenna Lobb
February 29, 2012
Verna and family,
It is with great sympathy that I lament your loss. The few times I met Bob, he was so gracious. I saw in this man the love he had for his family in the way he treated you, Verna. His gorgeous white hair and those beautiful blue eyes said much of who he really was.. Through knowing you in the beauty shop, I attended family functions where I got to know the family, the family that Bob started with you Verna. I enjoyed those time more than you'll ever know.
May God, time and love heal your hearts of your loss.
Sincerely
Jenna Lobb
Haitham Baqdounes
February 29, 2012
Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. Bob was a lot of things to many people and will be missed tremendously. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Haitham, Samir and Nazir Baqdounes along with the Eagle Family
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February 28, 2012
Verna, Terry, Debi, and family,
With a heavy heart we were so sad to hear the news of Bob's passing, but we give thanks to God for allowing Bob to be our lives for all these years and we take great comfort in knowing that God promises us “He goes to prepare a place for us with many rooms for our families�. I take great joy in knowing Bob is there with our other family members. Bob was not only my first cousin he was a mentor to me and my family especially when I worked at JC Penney's in Tyler about forty years ago. On trips to Tyler to visit with us, he took time to come to the store and always wanted to take another tour to see our operations and offer suggestions that would help me. I'll never forget his thoughtfulness, all of the family reunions, fun, memories, fellowship, his humor and Bob taking my money playing cards.
We are praying for all of you that God will give you strength and comfort during this time, and always know that we are here for you as your family.
God's speed,
John & Cindy Harper
Tyler, Texas
Anita Bird
February 28, 2012
My most precious childhood memories revolve around Bob and his family. He was a genuine and kind man. He made the most mundane action an adventure and indeed put the comfort of others before himself. He was an energetic young man that I believe was the youngest person to ever become a JC Penney manager at the time. He was driven but enjoyed the simplest things in life. He was a great friend and uncle, and his passing leaves a whole in the world. A kind heart and truly unique man. May his family find some comfort in their memories and knowing that he was loved and admired by so many.
Kim Isaacs-Anderson
February 27, 2012
I just wanted to let y'all know how sorry I am for your loss. He was a wonderful uncle and I will always have so many fond memories of him. I am sorry I can not be with you during this time but I love you all and you are in my prayers.
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