Robert Aguilar Jr.

1943 ∼ 2019

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Robert Aguilar, Jr., 75, of Lumberton, passed away on May 2, 2019, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont.

A memorial service will be 5:00pm, Sunday, May 5, 2019 at Lumberton Church of Christ. Officiating will be Rev. Charles Hampton of Lumberton Church of Christ. There will be a reception immediately following the service and friends are encouraged to wear a Hawaiian shirt or hat.

Born in Long Beach, California, on May 18, 1943, he was the son of Robert Aguilar and Nellie (Aguirre) Anthony. Robert worked in the newspaper industry for 43 years in California, Texas, and Washington. He was always highly active in service organizations in the local communities that he lived. Robert served as a youth band leader for many years. He was an avid fisherman and world traveler. Robert was a member of the VFW 514 and American Legion Post 72.

He is preceded in death by his father, Robert Aguilar; mother and step-father Nellie and Robert Anthony; and son, Richard Aguilar.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Jean Aguilar; sons, Michael Aguilar and wife, Lisa of Beaumont and David Aguilar and wife, Leah of California; 9 grandchildren; and 10 great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Lumberton Church of Christ Sharing and Caring Fund or the Go Sunday Fund, 90 W Chase Cutoff, Lumberton, TX 77657.

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Tess Carroll May 5, 2019

I have always had difficulty sleeping and one funny and amazing thing was how Bob could come home on his lunch hour, eat a quick bite, then immediately nap for 20 or 30 minutes and be as fresh as if he had just had a good night's sleep. I was always envious of that trait of his. I remember waking him up during one of those naps because the huge ravine on our mountain was on fire. We jumped on the roof and started hosing it down with the rest of the neighbors. What a sight that was to see everyone on their roofs while the helicopters passed by and dumped water on the burning hillside. It was a scary few hours but Bob kept his cool. I also remember buying my first vehicle and I had never driven before. It happened to be a stick shift. Jean had to drive it home for me, and since I started my new job in L.A. the next morning, Bob gave me a crash course in driving a stick. He was always there for us, whatever we needed. He was loved and will be sorely missed.

Diane Cook-Webb May 4, 2019

Bob was just great. Back in jr. High I had a paper route in anacortes and in those days you collected the money at the house. After a very frustrating day trying to collect, Bob bought me lunch at A&W and gave me a pep talk I remember to this day. It was such a little thing but it meant the world to me. My thoughts are with his family.

Donna Champagne May 4, 2019

So sorry to hear about your loss. Knowing he is in the arms of God is comforting. Prayers for you and your family.

Becky Brackin May 3, 2019

I’m so sorry to hear of Bob’s death. He was one of my mentors and made a difference in my life. One of my favorite memories is his emphatic statement on a trip to Memphis: We have to pick the low-hanging plums from the cherry tree! I hope the cherry trees in heaven are loaded with plums, Bob! Love and sympathy to Jean and family.

Nancy May 3, 2019

We were so honored to call him “friend”!! Charles & Nancy Becker

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