He was born to his late parents, R.D. and Mary Joyce Ellender on May 9, 1950 in Lake Charles, Louisiana. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and spending time outdoors.
He is survived by his daughter, Kam Simon (Brandon) of Houston, Texas; brothers, Deacon Keith Ellender (Charlotte) of Sulphur, Louisiana, Ronnie Ellender of Sulphur, Louisiana, James Ellender of Sulphur, Louisiana, Randy Ellender (Sharon) of Carlyss, Louisiana, Charles Ellender of Sulphur, Louisiana, Chett Ellender (Darnell) of Carlyss, Louisiana, Terry Ellender of Tensas, Louisiana; along with his sister, Celeste Ellender of Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Robert is preceded in death by his parents; along with his sister, Mary Ellender Leger.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hixsonsulphurmemorial.com for the Ellender family.