Robert A. Ford

Bobby dedicated his life to the service of others. Shortly after graduating from Fox Tech High School, he began his illustrious 35-year career with the San Antonio Fire Department where he ultimately rose to the rank of Engineer and retired as a Medic at Station 14’s. The Fighting Fourteen’s he would say. He served on the fire side of the department for 7 years before promoting to a Paramedic where he served his final 28 years. Throughout his three decades of service, Bobby was an exceptional example of courage, leadership and unwavering commitment not only to the citizens of San Antonio, but to his steadfast brothers and sisters in the department. Whether it was nobly serving on the Honor Guard, selling the Breast Cancer shirts to raise cancer awareness, driving the antique fire truck in the day and night parades and at any fundraiser that was requested, chairing the Athletic Club and coordinating all types of sporting events to promote camaraderie or chairing the Public Relations committee to promote his fire family, he served the SAFD proudly and with sincere honor. And during all of this, he went back to school to earn is RN degree. Bobby was truly a one of a kind and his memory will live on in all of us.

Bobby is survived by his loving wife, Jennifer Ford; sister, Alitza Ford; nieces, Annikah and Abigail Cuellar; mother Betty Ford Grace; fur-babies, Finnegan and Wrigley; along with countless other family members and friends.

Special thanks are extended to friends, neighbors and loved ones who stood beside Bobby and Jennifer during this difficult journey. We would also like to express our deepest gratitude to the many people and organizations who also supported Bobby including The START Center for Cancer Care, the Mays Cancer Center and the countless healthcare professionals who provided such compassionate care and support.

Bobby’s faith was the foundation of his life. Through every challenge he faced, he remained steadfast in his belief in God and in Jesus Christ. His strength, perseverance, kindness and unwavering faith will continue to inspire all who knew him. Though our hearts grieve his absence, we rejoice knowing that Bobby is now free from pain, restored in body and at peace.

The family will receive guests beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Monday July 27, 2026 at Porter Loring Mortuary North, 2102 North Loop 1604 East. A Visitation service will follow at 6:30 p.m.

A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday July 28, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Cornerstone Church 18755 Stone Oak Pkwy followed by a Celebration of Life beginning at 4 p.m. at the San Antonio Professional Firefighters Association 8925 Frontage Rd.