November 12, 1932 – November 19, 2019
With a heavy heart we announce that Bobby Ray Earl passed away peacefully on November 19, 2019.
Bobby was born in Waco, Texas on November 12, 1932 to Ida Mae Earl and Melvin Earl. He loved his hometown Baylor Bears and was always a faithful forever fan. He is preceded in death by his parents, Melvin and Ida Mae Earl; brother, Melvin Earl; sister, Mina Ruth Senior; son, Stephen Paul Earl.
He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Elizabeth (Betty) Earl. He is also survived by his son, Patrick Earl; daughter, Bobbi Lynn Adams and her husband John; along with 4 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews as well as many other friends and family. Bobby served proudly in the United State Navy from 1952 – 1956 during the Korean War on the Destroyer, USS Wedderburn. He also represented the U.S. Navy playing ball for the Navy BlueJackets. He loved sports of all kinds. He played softball, baseball, and basketball growing up. He enjoyed playing softball for several years as an adult. He also loved coaching for CYO Baseball for many years and made several lasting friendships. After his retirement from Katy Transportation (MKT Railroad) he took up playing golf. Nothing made him happier than playing a round a golf several days a week! Bobby was known and loved by many and will be remembered for his love of sports, humor and generous friendship. Bobby never met a stranger and he always kept in touch with family and friends. The impact Bobby had on so many is hard to express in words. He will forever be loved and cherished in our hearts. In lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution may be made to a charity of your choice. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 24 from 3:00pm-6:00pm at Zoeller Funeral Home in New Braunfels, Texas. A graveside service will be held on Monday, November 25 at 11:00am at Holy Cross Cemetery in San Antonio, Texas. After the service, friends and family are invited to our home for refreshments.
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