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Bobbi McElhaney Obituary

Bobbi Estes McElhaney, 42 of Cedar Park, gained her angel wings Feb. 15, 2011, in Round Rock, Texas. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 19, at Grace Gardens Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Robinson Cemetery.

Bobbi was born Sept. 21, 1968, in Waco, and attended LaVega High School. She continued her education to become a licensed vocational nurse. She had an enormous heart to help the elderly.

Bobbi was full of life and held her children dearly to her heart. She strived to better herself and become the best she could be. Bobbi was an amazing person with an abundance of love and thoughtfulness.

Stricken by cancer, Bobbi fought long and hard. She gained the respect and spoke to many people throughout her fight. She gracefully fought the odds of the inevitable. Her mission was to tell people about F.R.O.G., Fully Rely On God.

Bobbi is survived by her son, Brasen McElhaney; daughter, Heather Ellis; brothers, Bradley and Davis Estes; sister, Michelle Estes; mother, Margaret Estes; and her lifelong best friend, Kristy Chapman.

Special thanks to Seton Northwest Hospital and Altenheim Hospice Staff.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lighthouse Hospice, 100 N. College St., Round Rock TX 78664.

Please sign the online guestbook at www.gracegardensfh.com.

September 21, 1968 - February 15, 2011

Sign the Guest Book at www.wacotrib.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Waco Tribune-Herald from Feb. 16 to Feb. 19, 2011.

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jessica pina

February 25, 2011

For the small time I knew this wonderful woman, I knew how great she was. May god be with her family and friends. With Deepest Sympathy. Jessica Pina

Sylvia Elizondo (classmate)

February 22, 2011

To the Family of Bobbie Estes:
Lord, Give this family the strenght to move forward & always remember the cherished time that Bobbie has given us & that will leave us the healing love of her smile..

With Deepest Sympathy,

Kim Allen

February 19, 2011

Bobbi will be dearly missed she was a beautiful person both inside and out. God bless and comfort her family.

TISHA RAPER-FORWARD

February 18, 2011

TO THE FAMILY OF BOBBI ESTES,I PRAY THAT GOD CONTINUE TO GIVE YOU ALL STRENGHT IN THE TIME OF YOUR LOSS.I'M ONE OF THE TWINS THAT WAS BOBBI'S CLASSMATE ALSO.WE GREW UP TOGETHER ON CLOVER ST. MY PARENTS KNEW MR. AND MRS. ESTES AS THE TV MAN..REMEMBER PROVERBS 3:5-7..I WILL TRUST IN THE LORD WITH ALL THINE HEART.

Angie Dooley

February 18, 2011

I am praying for all the family but most for the chidren who have lost their mother. I wish you all comfort in this time of great sorrow.

TRICIA RAPER-COMBS

February 18, 2011

TO THE FAMILY OF BOBBI ESTES,
I EXTEND MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO YOU. BOBBI AND I WERE CLASSMATES AND ACTUALLY LIVED ON CLOVERS DRIVE WHEN WE WERE SMALL CHILDREN. I PRAY FOR COMFORT AND STRENGTH DURING THIS TIME OF BEREAVEMENT. REMEMBER PSALM 121:1-2 I WILL LIFT UP MY EYES TO THE HILLS-FROM WHENCE COMES MY HELP...MY HELP COMES FROM THE LORD, WHO MADE THE HEAVEN & EARTH.

February 18, 2011

We are very sorry for your loss. the Lawson family

Christy Whitney

February 18, 2011

I had the chance to know get to know Bobbi when we went thru CNA class together at MCC in 2002. I have t osay she was the kindest hearted person I ever knew. The times we spent studying for our test, or eating lunch at the Blackeyed pea or just talking about our kids, are some of my most precious memories. The news of her passing has saddned me very much. Rest in peace my sweet friend god has a beautiful angel.

Christy Ehlers Whitney

dianne zapata

February 18, 2011

dear margaret i am so sorry for your loss. hope you can find comfort with all your sons and daughters and friends god bless you

polly&Rodney Mayhew

February 18, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Brad & April Strickland

February 18, 2011

Our thoughts & prayers are with your family at this time. May God comfort your family & all the wonderful memories of Bobbi forever make you smile. She will truly be missed.

Beth Andrews-Arispe

February 18, 2011

Bobbi, I still cant wrap my heart around the fact that you were taken so young by this dreadful thing called Cancer... But your fight inspired me as well as so many!! They have an amazin Angel in Heaven right now sparkling up the place ;) just like you did the halls back in school!! We always had so much fun in our classes together... laughin & talkin the whole time!! Thank Gosh for facebook for us to get back in touch & chat some!! My heart goes out to your babies... may God comfort them & keep them close durin this difficult time & everyday of their life!! Rest in Peace Bobbi Girl!! You will truely be missed!!

Sandra (Schonerstedt) Woods

February 18, 2011

I am not sorry that Bobbi went to be with Jesus. I am sad that I am still here. She is being blessed in His awesome and wonderous presence. Don't mourn for her. She's not sad, or feeling anything, but happy. I'll see you soon, Bobbi.

Paula (Howard) Hardin

February 18, 2011

I was shocked to hear Bobbi was taken so early from us all and has left behind her two children who she loved very much. Though not blood related I always thought of her as a cousin and will always remember her sweet smile. She will be greatly missed by many though she is now home where she can watch over her family as their angel. We will miss you greatly.

Teresa Payne

February 18, 2011

Bobbi was such an inspiration to anyone that she crossed paths with. Bobbi and I were childhood friends. She was such a beautiful person inside and out. Thank you God for allowing us to know Bobbi. Your angel is home now. Rest in Peace.

Frankie Cooper

February 17, 2011

Was so saddened to hear of Bobbi's passing but with mixed feelings. There are many great memories that remain with me - her ready smile - her ability to be rather blunt on occassion - her love of life! Without a doubt she is going to missed by a great deal of people, but she is obviously in the presence of the Lord and is more alive at this moment than she has ever been. Love her, praying for those familiy members who will miss her most.

February 17, 2011

Oh my gosh. I was shocked to hear this news. Although I didn't know Bobbi very well I have been truly touched by this sad news. I had no idea she was ill.I so wish that I had known. I had not been in contact for a couple of years. I actually used to clean Bobbi's apartment in Cedar Park a couple of years ago. I got to know her because she was at the apartment a couple of times when I cleaned. We talked about all kinds of things that were going on in her rather interesting life. She spoke alot about her little boy as well as her daughter. She loved them very much. My prayers are for them in this very painful and difficult time. God bless you all. From my heart, Susan Ragland 512 299-8911 If there is anything I can do, please don't hesitate. She truly touched my heart and I believe God puts us where we're supposed to be.

Missy Pryor

February 17, 2011

It breaks my heart to hear of Bobbi's passing. She was a wonderful woman and an inspiration to many. She is loved by many and will be greatly missed. Rest in Peace sweet, beautiful lady.

Trina Elwood

February 17, 2011

To one of the most beautiful person inside and out. She will be miss. My thoughts and prays with her family. Thank you Bobbi for the laughter and smiles you brouhgt into my life.
Trina Elwood

Renee' Crockett-Ochoa

February 17, 2011

I'm saddened to hear of Bobbis' passing away. She was a great friend and always a joy to be around. Her smile will be missed. May God bless and be with her family.

Sondra Woodard

February 17, 2011

I am so sorry to hear about Bobbi. My heart goes out to her husband and children. May God keep you in his loving arms.

Ben Bush sr

February 16, 2011

Bobbi was an inspiration to all who knows her! May God bless as we remember the old times with our kids playing together, May God bless you in this time of bereavement! God will comfort and sustain you all! I will always love you all as well..

Ben Bush Sr

February 16, 2011

I'm so sorry to know Bobbi is not with us now! My prayers are with you all and I hurt with you! The memories of our kids playing together still flood my heart as it did when Bobbi and I talked! I thank God she has been a part of my family's life! Love you!

Venita Bush-Yokus

February 16, 2011

to all the good times and bad times that we shared....

Elizabeth Webb Argetsinger

February 16, 2011

May God comfort you all during this time. Bobbi will be missed by all who came to know and love her. I have wonderful memories of the two of us and everyone else that played in the neighborhood.

Kathy McDaniel

February 16, 2011

I'm so sorry to heat about Bobbi. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

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