Robert was born on January 3, 1938 to Eusebio and Bonifacia Medina in Thompsons, Texas, where he lived until 1944. He attended Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic School in Rosenberg, Texas and Bellville High School in Bellville, Texas. Robert served his country in the United States Army, from 1957 to 1960, and attained the rank of Lt. Wpns. Infantryman 111.16. He received the Good Conduct Medal and Sharpshooter Badge.
Robert began his career as an electrician and retired after 30 years in 2007. He was married to Mary G. Medina for 50 years. Robert was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church. The birth of his three children and two grandchildren were important life events to Robert. He loved sports –watching his favorite teams: Dallas Cowboys and Texas Longhorns. Robert enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
Robert is preceded in death by his parents, Eusebio and Bonifacio Medina; his wife, Mary G. Medina; and brothers, Carlos, Joe, Mark, Jerry, Louis, and Pete Medina. Those left to treasure his memory are daughters, Janell L. Medina and Janette A. Medina; and son, Joseph Medina and wife Nahaly A. Medina; two grandchildren, Juliette Marie Medina and Joseph Michael Medina. Robert will be also remembered by his special friends, Tom Langford, Ken and Pat James, Tim and Anna Bounds, and Richard Bell.
The family will receive friends and family members for visitation on Wednesday, March 4, 2020 from 5:00pm to 9:00pm at Grand View Funeral Home, 8501 Spencer Highway, Pasadena, Texas. A Celebration of Life service will be on Thursday, March 5, 2020 at 10:00am at Grand View Funeral Home with graveside service to follow immediately at Grand View Memorial Park.
