On Sept. 22, 1936, Bobby was born to Sam Cowan and Thelma Blanchett in Austin. Bobby was married to Joyce Cowan and blessed to have three children David and daughter-in-law Carrie, Melissa and son-in-law Steve, and Bobby. He was blessed to have six grandkids, Eric, Cynthia, Daniel, Ryan, Amber and Kalynn; along with a great-granddaughter, Kalina.
He was a lifelong resident of Taylor and known for being dedicated to his family, a hard worker, and sometimes hard headed. He enjoyed hunting, the rodeo, and his favorite hobby was fishing anytime with family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brother and wife, Joyce. He is survived by his children, grandchildren and great-granddaughter.
A memorial service will be held at , on Friday, March 6, at 1 p.m.