OBITUARY
Robert Clyde Drew
June 21, 1931 – January 25, 2018
Robert Clyde Drew, beloved husband, father, and Papa, drew his last breath January 25, 2018, mainly, we suspect, to prevent himself from having to watch the Patriots and Eagles in the Superbowl. A loyal Cowboys fan, he died peacefully with his daughter by his side, knowing full well that Dez, did, in fact, catch the ball.
Rob was born June 21, 1931 somewhere in Maine, though none of us are sure where exactly. He grew up on the east coast before making his home in Wichita Falls, Texas. He married his sweetie pie, Barbara, in 1971, and together, raised five beautiful children.
Rob was a stylish, yet, practical man. He dressed in the fashion of a Rat Pack member and amassed quite a collection of Fedoras, yet could often be found wearing the latest couture V-neck from The Fruit of the Loom. He was an expert on flag etiquette, played the piano and guitar, and could recite almost every line from any episode of Perry Mason or Bonanza. After so many visits to the Taco Bell with his granddaughter “Shorty,” Rob developed quite a passion for their tacos. He was also a connoisseur of breakfast joints and a fanatical detailer of his automobiles.
In addition to his membership in the Elks Lodge, Rob was a Master Mason with Grand Lodge of Texas Freemasons, a member of the Maskat Shriner organization and a Knight with the Knights Templar Commandery No.59. Rob proudly served and retired from the United States Air Force as a Senior Master Sergeant. His days as a jet fighter mechanic served him well in his career at Longhorn Chevrolet. However, his greatest accomplishment may have been that one time when he beat pancreatic cancer; a feat not achieved by many.
Rob leaves behind a loving family in his wife, Barbara, his children, Lorie, Robert (& wife Debbie,) Deborah (& husband Danny, deceased,) Carla (& husband Jack,) Clark (& wife Judy,) and Keith (& wife Rebecca,) as well as grandchildren David, Chris, Jackie, Jason, Courtney, Aaron, Nick, Sabrina, Brittany aka “Shorty”, and his sweet Brie, along with a bunch of great-grandkids.
Rob was the life of our party and will be deeply missed.
A graveside service is planned for Thursday February 1st, 2018 at 2pm, Crestview Memorial. In lieu of flowers, please do something nice for someone else.
Services
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Graveside Service
Thursday, February 1, 2018
Memories
Robert Clyde Drew
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ADD A MEMORYA Chubb
February 7, 2018
RIP, Mr. Drew, from another Cowboys fan. Please tell Coach Landry we all miss him.
Walt De BELL
February 6, 2018
To the Drew Family,
I am so sorry to read about the passing of Robert.
I never met Robert but we are members of the same family, the Dallas Cowboys.
I too am from the East and hope to some day move to Texas to be closer to our Boys.
R.I.P. RCD.
Walt a.k.a. Tlaw
p.s. I am a TV western fan too.
John Allen
February 6, 2018
From one Cowboy Nation member to another, rest in peace. I hope your family finds comfort in this tough time. From cradle to grave, Cowboys we shall remain!"
Tina Stevens
February 5, 2018
I heard about your Dad in my local newspaper, I had to read his obit, what a beautiful and real tribute, may you all find peace in the wonderful memories of him. Our loved ones are near gone as long as we keep them in our hearts.
Keith
February 4, 2018
No words can be said in a time of sarrow to ease the pain. As a member of the armed services thank you for your service and as a proud member of the cowboys nation RIP.
To the family that wrote the obituary for this great man thank you it was an amazing one.
Dannie - Texan Stuck in Chicago
February 4, 2018
As a USAF veteran and the #1 Dallas Cowboys fan: Thank you for your service and for being a true Dallas Cowboys fan all the way. Rest in peace, sir.
Rafael Cervantes
February 3, 2018
From one Cowboy Nation member to another, rest in peace. I hope your family finds comfort in this tough time. From cradle to grave, Cowboys we shall remain!
Joe Lloreda
February 3, 2018
Dez, did catch it. Can both the Patriots and Eagles lose in the Super Bowl?
RIP Robert Drew.
Justin Nicklas
February 3, 2018
Enjoy the games from the best seat in the house! Your family are in my prayers. I concur that Dez did, in fact, catch the ball. Go Cowboys!
DAVE PARMER
February 3, 2018
R,I.P.Mr.drew,Tell Don Mereidith I lost the football that he gave me in the sixties when I was 6yrs old.I threw it in the back of a moving pickup,and Dez did catch that ball!!!!
Jesse Gause
February 3, 2018
You got the best seat in the house now. Go Cowboys.
Becky Attwood
February 3, 2018
Being a Texan of course I am a Cowboys fan...that's how I found the article about this fabulous man and then to find out y'all are in Wichita Falls?! Do you know how many people think that is in Kansas That is my hometown...what a small world. Please except not only my condolences, but Thank you for your father's service, and zest for life....and in his honor I will go do something nice for somebody else...hopefully another Cowboys fan! Sincerely Becky
Gary Myers
February 3, 2018
This Texan must have been a great man husband and father to the people he loved. May he rest in peace and his family be blessed. To one true Cowboys fan from another true Cowboys fan. PEACE
M D
February 3, 2018
One thing Rob and I had in common is the Cowboys. May God comfort you and your family. P.S Dez did catch that ball.
Glenn Knight
February 3, 2018
RIP Mr Drew. May your family feel God's love during this difficult time. GO COWBOYS!!!
Brie Drew
February 3, 2018
Papa... I can only imagine how big your smiling from all this media. Thinking about how long our conversation would of been trying to explain good ol social media... I hear you saying Mercy.
Your legacy will be forever remembered.
Brittney Stewart
February 2, 2018
God bless you and your family!! Go COWBOYS!! I know God has a special place in heaven for you and all of us. Rest In Peace sir.
Brad Morgan
February 2, 2018
It WAS a catch! R.I.P and gods speed. How 'bout them Cowboys!
Jeremy Ballard
February 2, 2018
I never met Mr. Drew, but I agree with him 100%. Dez did make the catch.
A. Lifelong Cowboy Fan
February 2, 2018
RIP Mr. Drew...and yes, Dez did catch that ball. I hope you enjoy future Cowboy games from a wonderful view! Rest well, Sir.
Sharkey
February 2, 2018
Rob,, you are correct, the ball was caught. Had I known there was another person on earth that loved Perry or Bonanza as much as I, we could have hung out.
Most could only hope to have friends and a loving family as you have,,,,, and listen, please don't throw the game from your seat up there, the Cowboy's will get there, next year.
Greg Bushman
January 31, 2018
Dave and family,
Our condolences on your loss. Hoping you can all find comfort knowing he is at peace.
Greg and Misty Bushman
China Star
January 31, 2018
We have enjoyed The Drews over the years dining in with us here at China Star!! He will greatly be missed!! Our deepest love & sympathy during this difficult time!! Love All of us here at China Star
Carla Earley
January 29, 2018
My heart hurts with the loss of a man I was proud to call "Dad". I am honored that I was able to be with him when he passed peacefully into the arms of Christ. He will be missed by all.
Your 'daughter',
Carla and Jack
January 29, 2018
Linda Kirby
January 29, 2018
So sad to hear of my Uncle Bob's passing. I have such great memories of him when I was young. Such a sweet, wonderful man... so funny... your niece Linda