Robert Charles Hasson Sr.

Robert “Bob” Charles Hasson, Sr., 94, of Houston, Texas, quietly promoted into peace on the morning of Friday, January 10, 2025. His beloved wife Ginger, of 69 years, was holding his hand and he was surrounded by loved ones, in his home, the place he had resided for 58 years.

Bob was born in Houston, Texas, to William and Marie Hasson during the Great Depression. He grew up on a small farm near the area now known as the Verne Cox Center. His early years were spent picking strawberries, fishing, milking cows, and stealing watermelons from the neighbors. He attended Pasadena schools at Genoa Elementary, Jackson Intermediate and eventually graduated from Pasadena High School.

Being a very driven and tenacious person, determined to get the most from life, Bob put himself through college and at age 28, received a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Houston. During this time, he met his “angel” Mary Virginia Cobb Blackmon on a blind date. “I married him because he was so good looking,” she would later tell her children. They married at Genoa Baptist Church, on November 24, 1955, and during their first 13 years of marriage, had four children, Sandra, Cindy, Wendy and Robby.

Bob worked for Traveler’s Insurance as a Claims Specialist in Longshore cases for more than 25 years. His family describes him as a “self-made” man, excelling in such things as electronics, wood working, auto mechanics, card games, chess competitions, and a master model airplane craftsman and operator. Basically, Bob was a “Jack-of all–Trades,” never shying away from new challenges or adventures. He loved cooking a big pot of his famous chili, cruising and flying all over the world with his Angel, taking long summer road trips with his family, going to the Alley Theatre and to the University of Houston football games.

He was an avid reader, in all genres, enjoyed a good cigar while tinkering in his workshop and was wisely frugal with their money. He set very high expectations for his children, especially when it came to their education and Christian upbringing. Bob taught his children good work ethic by example and disciplined them without any rules bending, to help prepare them to be responsible and productive adults.

Robert is preceded in death by his beloved son Robert Charles Hasson, Jr.; his parents William A. and Marie Hasson, Sr.; his brother William A. Hasson, Jr.; his sister-in-law Thelma; and his nephew William A. Hasson, III.

Robert is survived by his Angel Wife - Mary Virginia Hasson; his dog “Doggie”; daughters and their spouses Sandra Vance and David, Cynthia Allen, Wendelyn Dixon and Clarence; and daughter-in-law, Rene’ Hasson. "Paw Paw" also leaves behind his 12 grandchildren, their spouses; and 16 great-grandchildren Andrew Vance, Russell Vance, wife Shedearia and children Mackenzie and Keri, Daniel Vance, wife Paola, Ryan Allen, sons Ollie and Kaedon Tiet, Keith Allen, partner Cassadie Newell, Scott Allen, wife Silvana, and children Gabriela Ardila and Anthony Allen, Nathan Schmidt, wife, Janie, sons Charles and Miles, Christina Miller, husband Troy and children Gunner, Grace and Ginger, Dean Dixon, wife Lesley and son Benjamin, Kenneth Hasson, Jeremy Hasson and daughter Hazelyn, Sheree James, husband Alex and children Harper, Jasper and Cooper and. He is also survived by 2 step grandchildren, Ashley and Jillian, and 8 step great-grandchildren Jayden, Nolan, Jordyn, Justin, Brody, Natalie, Elizabeth and Elijah. A host of other family members include his nieces and nephew - James Hasson, Susan Doggette, Jackie Dugas, Debbie Pollock and Kim Rzeszutko. He is also survived by his dearest friend of more than 85 years, Maurice McGowen, and wife Peggy.

A group of gracious caregivers assisted “Pa Pa” with very special care, comfort and love in his home, during the last two years of his life. A heartfelt thank you to Nina Miller, granddaughter, Sarah Rivera, Lupita Madrigal, Ana Rodriguez and Diana Ibarra for ensuring his last days were filled with comforting love.

Bob had a larger-than-life presence which will be missed terribly. His family is reassured he now lives in Paradise, pain and worry free. His Angel will be well taken care of in his absence. We love you.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Revive Church in memory of Robert Hasson:

Revive Church

3622 Fairmont Parkway

Pasadena, Texas 77504

Funeral services will be held at Grand View Funeral Home, located at 8501 Spencer Highway, Pasadena, TX 77505, United States. The schedule of services is as follows:

- Reception: January 17, 2025, from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm

- Visitation: January 17, 2025, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

- Funeral: January 17, 2025, from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

- Graveside Service: January 17, 2025, from 3:00 pm to 3:30 pm