FORT WORTH-Robert W. Shirey passed away Friday, October 9, 2020 at the age of 69.
GRAVESIDE SERVICE: Robert will be laid to rest at 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at Highland Cemetery in Iowa Park, Texas.
VISITATION: 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at Brown, Owens & Brumley Family Funeral Home.
Robert was born Saturday, June 9, 1951, in Cleveland, Texas to the late Gordon Bryson and Lucille V. Shirey. His family later moved to Wichita Falls where he attended Rider High School and Midwestern State University. He was a member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity and member of Genesis United Methodist Church. For 35 years, Robert worked at Southwestern Bell which is now known as AT&T. He was a dedicated husband, father, and papa who adored his family and loved fishing, hunting, and playing baseball with his grandson, Crockett.
SURVIVORS: Wife of 43 years, Connie Shirey; daughter, Lindsey Pittman; daughter, Kendall Shirey; brother, Patrick Shirey and wife, Tonye; nephews, Jim and Rob Shirey; grandsons, Crockett and Walker Pittman and many other extended family and friends.
Brown, Owens & Brumley Family Funeral Home
425 S. Henderson Street
(817) 335-4557
Cathy Hamilton Rodgers
I am so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He was an amazing person in my life many years ago at SWBT. Prayers and hugs for Connie and family.
Susan Alldredge Popham
Connie, I just saw this today. I’m so sorry for your loss. I have such good memories of working with Bob .. and you. Prayers for you and your family.
Helen Ward
I have so many great memories of working with Bob and Connie. His dry sense of humor fascinated me and occasionally got us both in trouble! His family was his world. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Gloria Vela
Connie, you and your family are in my prayers. Bob was a great supervisor . He was kind and understanding. I always enjoyed listening to his fishing stories. He will be missed.
Prayers,
Gloria (Razo) Vela
Denise Ahlstrom Priestman
My thoughts and prayers are with you Connie for you and your family. I have many fond memories of Bob. He was one the good guys!
Lea Ann Drake
Connie, Lindsey and Kendall I’m absolutely devastated to hear of Bob’s passing. I first met Bob at 3901 SW Loop 820, later working for him in Dallas in the RMC. He was one of my all time favorite bosses and I often said I’d work for him again in a heartbeat. Always enjoyed Bob’s dry sense of humor and appreciated that he was a kind, knowledgeable and fair manager. My love and prayers are with y’all…
Roslyn Dehorney
Connie so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
laura dawson
Even though I didn’t know Bob well I knew Connie from work. Bob was a great guy from talking to Connie many times about family. . So sorry for your loss Connie and family.
Vickie Heaslet
So very sorry for the loss of such an enjoyable & easy work for manager. Also fun to talk with. He will be missed for sure. Condolences & prayers to Connie & the whole family
Vicki Rhoades
Connie and family, I was so saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. What a great guy he was to know and work with and his dedication to family was never doubted for a minute. Prayers for each of you as you move through all the processes before you and I hope memories help you along the way.
Elizabeth Moore
Connie, you and your family are in my prayers. I’m sorry for your loss.
Linda Murphy
Connie, I’m so sorry to hear this news. You and your family are in my prayers.
Terry Mcquaig
Connie, I am so sorry to hear about your husband, Bob, Condolences and prayers to you and your family. May he RIP and God bless you all.
Nancy Clay
Connie I’m so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers
Sharmin (Rich) Anselm
I’m so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. I remember the many laughs we had as a Credit & Collections group at 3901. I hope memories you all shared as a family will give you strength in this time of loss.
Betty Leake
Connie and girls so sorry about Bob. Prayers are with you.
Midge Duncan
Connie, so sorry to hear this, Bob was my first manager at SW Bell at 3901 sw 820, learned so much from him. My Sympathy and prayers for comfort and peace for you and your family during this sad time.
Sherrill Mcgregor
Connie, I can’t believe this is happening. I am so sorry. He was a great and wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers and love are with you and your family. If you need anything please let me know.
Kay and Ed Massengale
Connie,
We’re both so sorry to hear about Bob. We have so many fond memories that will last forever.
He was such a great friend and one of my most favorite managers. Prayers for all of you.
Robbie Burket
Connie and family,
I am so sorry to hear this. Lots of fun memories of working at SWBT in Wichita Falls. Praying for you.
Tanya Rodriguez
Connie and the girls. I am so very sorry for your loss. You have been and continue to be in my prayers. I know he was a great husband, father, grandfather as well as the closeness him and his brother shared. Know he will be miss. May God give each of you the strength and peace.
Tanya Rodriguez
Pat and Tonye. I’m so sorry for your loss. I know y’all shared many memories with Bob and family. Pat- I know you and Bob were very close and now you will miss him. May God grant you strength and peace. Prayers. Love you both
Pam Peterson Johnson
Connie, I am so sorry for the passing of Bob. He was one of the funniest people I have ever worked with. He was a great guy. Praying for you and your girls.
Margaret Wright
I am so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He was the best I have ever had. I loved hearing his fishing stories. He was a character. Prayers for Connie and your family.
Peter A. O'Neil
I am so sorry to hear this. Bob was one of my FAVORITE managers! . My heart goes out to you Connie and your family. I loved working with both. Prayers for you and your family.
Tenia Griggers
Connie I’m so sorry to hear about Bob. Sending prayers and hugs your way for you and the family.
Diane Ruoff
Connie and family I am so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. I enjoyed working with y’all at 3901, so many great memories and laughs. May God be with you.
Connie Nunn
Connie, my heart goes out to you. Sending you love, hugs & prayers. I have so many fond memories of Bob.
Jani Pastusek Thomas
Dear Connie,
Just wanted to let you know how sorry Jerry and I were to hear about Bob. We will be praying for you and your girls. I know your heart is broken, but I hope it helps to know that people love and care about you.
Danelle Golden
Connie and family,
I was saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. Connie, I can’t recall many times that I saw one of you without the other, such a special couple. May the wonderful memories fill the emptiness in your hearts.
Prayerfully,
Danelle Golden