Robert Clayton Hull

Robert Clayton Hull, 79, of Placentia, CA passed away peacefully Friday, July 25, 2014. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth, daughters Kathy and Christine, son Joe, seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Greg. Robert was born in Greeley, Colorado on June 13, 1935. He moved to California in 1965. Robert was 39 years old when he met Elizabeth, the love of his life. He instantly became a warm and loving father to her four children, and raised them as his own. As the children became adults, Robert experienced the joy of becoming a grandparent and later a great-grandparent. He worked for 27 years at Beckman Instruments as a maintenance pipe fitter. Robert loved golf and bowling. He also enjoyed watching football and baseball, and was a lifelong Denver Broncos fan. Shortly after marrying Elizabeth, Robert traded in his Harley Davidson for a motorhome, the family enjoyed several camping trips throughout the western United States. Robert and Elizabeth also enjoyed going on cruises and vacationing in Hawaii. Robert loved dogs, and after retiring he walked his dog, and later a neighbor's dog, every morning. He then would join friends at Starbucks to discuss current events while enjoying a cup of coffee. A memorial service will be held at the Episcopal Church of the Blessed Sacrament, 1314 N. Angelina, Placentia at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, August 8, 2014. A reception in the parish hall will follow the service. The family is requesting donations to the American Cancer Society in lieu of flowers.