Retired MSgt Rick Tobey, Jr. passed away on Sunday, February 17, 2019 in Abilene, TX. He was born on July 14, 1975 at Luke AFB , AZ to Retired CMSAF Larry Richard and Pamela Tobey, Sr. He is survived by his parents; his loving wife of 8 years: Grace Tobey; children: Nikolas Tobey, Jessika Tobey, Michael Tobey; sister: Cynthia Magnuson; sisters and brothers in laws; nieces and nephew: Madison and Samantha Magnuson, Ruby De Hoyos, Jose Luis Meza II; Uncle: David Tobey; mother-in-law: Gricelda Quintana and extend family members of the Quintana and Arredondo family; his fur baby Lola and many friends.
Rick was a loving husband, father and son who adored his family very much. His hobbies were building radio control cars; enjoyed watching NASCAR and Formula Race but his main hobby was astronomy. Huge sports fan of his Cleveland Browns, Cavaliers, and Indians. He was a high school track star and he was a decorated warrior in the Air Force where he proudly served his country where he later retired with numerous merits. He will be greatly missed.
A visitation will begin on Thursday, February 28, 2019 from 6p-9p with a Rosary beginning at 7p at Sunset Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will take place on Friday, March 1, 2019 with a 12p Mass at St. Pius X Catholic Church with interment to follow at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery. In Lieu of Flowers donations may be made in his name to the Wounded Warrior Project, 12672 Silicon Drive, Suite 105, San Antonio, TX 78249.
