Robert “Bobby” William Stalcup, age 79 of Arlington, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2021. He was born on September 6, 1941 in Dallas, Texas, the son of William H. Stalcup and Ann D. Attlesey Stalcup. Bobby married Elizabeth Kay Pettis on July 28, 1979 and they celebrated 40 years together before her passing on May 20, 2020.
Bobby worked for Martin Sprocket & Gear for many years and it was at a company banquet that he met his love, Kay. He retired in 2002 after 36 years of service. Bobby was an outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, gardening, playing softball, and working on cars (especially his VWs). He also enjoyed traveling with his wife and going to casinos. His greatest time was spent with his family, all of who will miss him greatly.
Bobby is survived by his children Jeff Wellborn and wife Sarah, Wade Stalcup and wife Vikki, Amy Stalcup and fiancée Alex Rasmussen, grandchildren Sylvie Wellborn, Shawn Stalcup, and Rebecca Robinson; great grandson David Straker; sister Phyllis Dunn; niece Cathy Dunn; and many loving cousins. Bobby was preceded in death by his parents and with, Kay.
Cremation has taken place and a celebration of Bobby’s life will be held by his family at a later date.