Bobby Hallmark

Bobby Eugene Hallmark, A Man of God, at the age of 84 on Tuesday January 8, 2020 at 4:16 p.m. Bobby was welcomed into Heaven by his Lord and Savior to his new home, a beautiful mansion in Heaven. Bobby was a warrior, trooper and his strong will to thrive and resume his quality of life reflected in how long he survived after his trauma. We watched and prayed for you as you fought so hard to stay with us during the suffering you endured and all we could do was sit close by your side as we saw you fighting so hard to get your love of life back but sadly seeing you slowly passing away each day, but each day you made it meant hope you’d have another chance or maybe a miracle. God invited you to Heaven so we had to part for now, however, we are very thankful. God ceased your pain here and we know you’re so happy in the Lords house but it still absolutely broke our hearts immensely having to release you and you will be missed so very much. Your Love and Memories will forever be with all of us.

After 11 months - Bobby lost his life after battling trauma injuries. Bobby passed away at Citrus Memorial Hospital.

Graveside service will take place on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at 3 p.m. at Myrtle Hill Memorial Park, 5048 E. Lake Avenue, Tampa, FL 33610 with Honors.

Preceded in death by: (Deceased)

Bobby Dean Hallmark- son

Mary Pauline Smith Hallmark - mother

Clarence Frank Hallmark Sr/ father (went by Frank)

Jack Walter Hallmark (Wife Olene) - brother

Clarence Frank Hallmark Jr - brother (went by Junior)

Newborn Infant Baby boy Hallmark - brother

Toddler Baby Girl Elizabeth Hallmark - sister

Former Wife and lifetime friend - Barbara Gene Hallmark - FL

Nephews Greg and Dale Hallmark - FL

Survived By:

Daughter - Sheryl Lynn Hallmark Dye (Juan) - FL

Grandson Daniel Cole Dye (Christina and daughter Isabella) - FL

Grandson Jeffrey Kyle Dye - FL

Granddaughter Alyssa Nichole Dye (Ivan) - FL

Great grandsons Dylon (Cole) and Ayden (Alyssa) - FL

Brother Albert Paul Hallmark - FL

Sister-in-law Peanut Hallmark (Frank) - FL

Nancy - cousin - NC

Niece Tara Hallmark - FL

Great nieces Courtney, Brittany and Jessica Hallmark - FL

Nephews Robin (Robby) and Jeff Hallmark - FL

And any living or deceased relatives unintentionally missed being listed.

Any and all friends deceased or still living life.

Bobby and Barbara Hallmark talked of reconciling their marriage before Barbara passed away so my mom's family is still family to my dad:

Deceased:

George Leslie Thurman - Father-in-law - FL

Francis Katherine Thurman - Mother-in-law - FL

Billy Thurman (Mary) - Bother-in-law and spouse - FL

Bettie Thurman (Lamar) - Sister-in-law and spouse - FL

Debbie Thurman Eaves - Sister-in-law -TN

Kathy Harrelson - niece - FL

Survived:

Bobby Thurman (Audrey) - Brother-in-law - FL

Ricky Thurman (Robin) - Brother-in-law - FL

Charles Thurman (Carolyn) - Brother-in-law - FL

Russell Thurman (Gwen) - Brother-in-law - FL

Earl Thurman Eaves - Brother-in-law - TN

Nephews; Sammy, Greg and Lee Thurman - FL

Nieces; Loretta and Heather Thurman - FL, and Megan Eaves Hicks - TN

Many great nieces and great nephews.

All six Pallbearers will be in full Class A uniforms:

Four pallbearers will be from Fire Department Honor Guard and Grandsons; Daniel Cole Dye and Jeffrey Kyle Dye.

A Private Immediate Family viewing will be from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Blount & Curry Funeral Home at Garden of Memories. The Immediate Family will be escorted by motorcycle Police for a Funeral Ceremony at the Graveside Service in the Myrtle Hill Memorial Park Cemetery, Section 26 at 3:00 pm.

Born December 9, 1935 in Oxford, AL. Lived in a cabin in AL from birth until 3 then moved to FL for the rest of his life. Known as GrandBob to grandchildren and great grandchildren. Served in U.S. National Guard and U.S. Army for close to 10 years. Retired from City of Tampa Fire Department - Driver Engineer - injured in the line of duty. Licensed General Contractor/ Hallmark Construction - many jobs done in Davis Island FL and throughout the Tampa Bay area - many very happy customers - one of Bobby's jobs was on the cover of Sunday Parade magazine.

Attended New Orleans Baptist Church and Idlewild Baptist Church. Bobby met his future wife Barbara while doing a construction job for her parents. On a beautiful July day Bobby and Barbara along with his Brother Jack and Fiancé Olene they all eloped to GA and had a double wedding.

Bobby loved life, he was a very strong willed independent man that loved life, his family, many hobbies, gifted with so many talents and his joy in giving to others.

As a youngster in his wilder days Bobby and his brothers and friends would jump trains.

Bobby was an amazing joke teller and always had hilarious jokes to share.

Bobby played the guitar, piano and harmonica.

Bobby was an artist, he enjoyed drawing, painting and building anything of any size.

Bobby was a very passionate singer, song writer and poem writer, he loved recording his music and playing the guitar.

Bobby enjoyed acquiring thrown out aged antiques and building beautiful furniture from his collection of pieces giving them a new life.

Bobby was an excellent cook and loved cooking. Bobby would tell you in a heartbeat he did not like hospital food.

Bobby loved talking about the Bible, being a Christian, sharing his faith and talking about history and politics in which he was well versed in all of them.

Bobby enjoyed owning firearms and collecting antique books.

Bobby truly enjoyed watching football. His favorite pro team was The Buccaneers, and his favorite college team was The Gators (then The USF Bulls and all Alabama college teams). Bobby always had his favorite all the way pizza with extra Italian sausage with no anchovies on football days along with plenty of Diet Coke.

Bobby’s favorite TV shows were Christian Sermons, Cable CNN, Gunsmoke, Andy Griffith, History and Discovery channels.

Bobbys most favorite drink in the entire world was coffee and he drank it throughout the day every day.

Bobby was always up for buttered Cuban toast with coffee, double cheeseburger with mayonnaise but no pickles, spaghetti with meatballs and a fresh fruit salad with coconut cool whip.

Bobby enjoyed having Reese's Peanut Butter Cups as treats from time to time.

Bobby believed in exercise and did it daily.

Bobby loved his family dearly and always stayed in touch with them.

Bobby was a phenomenal dad and great person to many. He was always kind, loving, forgiving and very giving to others.

Bobby enjoyed fishing and going on long drives to wherever he wanted and experience many hidden gems along the way. He greatly enjoyed taking rides in the rain.

Bobby’s favorite color was yellow and his favorite car color was always black with chrome.

Bobby’s favorite cartoon character was Donald Duck because he got a big kick out of always imitating the quack quack sound.

Bobby had a great sense of humor and was always a very loving, caring, kind and big hearted man.

Bobby would give to others every opportunity he had and gave to many different charities.

Bobby will be missed SO very much by his family along with all his much valued wisdom, conversation, hugs and kisses, sweet laughter, funny endless jokes and his infamous Donald Duck quack quack imitation.

Sherwood Florist in Spring Hill, FL will be providing many beautiful flowers.

Fire Department Honor Guard arms presentation.

Fire Department Honor Guard will stand on each side of the casket draped with USA flag.

Fire Department Bagpiper will play beautiful Christian songs.

Military Honors presentation - play Taps, fold flag - Flag will be presented to daughter.

Special Challenge Coins will presented to daughter and grandchildren by Fire Department Honor Guard.

Eulogy will be done by Captain Doug Shirley - Retired from Hillsborough County Fire Rescue

Edwin with Hohenthaner Productions also with Hillsborough County Fire Rescue will do the videography.

Additional music will consist of Bobby’s own personal collection of his own recorded country songs that he wrote and or sang while playing his guitar.

In honor of Bobby and his most favorite food in the world, steak, the immediate family will enjoy dinner at a nice nearby steak restaurant.

1 (813) 626-3161 Blount & Curry Funeral Homes at Garden of Memories.

Flowers and cards can be sent to Myrtle Hill Memorial Park at 5048 E. Lake Ave., Tampa, FL 33610.

Any cards after the ceremony can be sent to Sheryl Dye at P.O. Box 12388, Brooksville, FL 34603.

Online condolences will be available under the website at Blount & Curry Funeral Home at Garden of Memories.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/tampa-fl/bobby-hallmark-9021488

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