Robert H Taber

1964 ∼ 2014

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Robert H. Taber of Port Arthur, TX died July 25, 2014 after a long 3 year battle with lung cancer. He was full of life and had a beautiful smile that warmed people’s hearts. He will be greatly missed.

Rob left the Army as a Staff Sergeant after serving 11 years. He is a veteran of the Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm of the Persian Gulf War serving as a cavalry scout in the 1st Squadron in the 7th Cavalry Regiment of the 1st Cavalry Division. Rob started his career in Germany, met his wife Wendi while serving at Fort Hood, served in Japan, and finished his distinguished career with medical supply at Fort Sam Houston.

After the Army, Rob earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Texas at San Antonio. He taught high school in the San Antonio ISD for 2 years before moving to pursue a passion for big trucks and buses. He drove for VIA in San Antonio and for Fort Sam Houston. Finally Rob had his dream job. He engineered a train at the San Antonio Zoo. He had the hat and everything!

Rob was born to Bruce and Betty Taber on October 14, 1964 in Lansing, Michigan. He grew up in Grand Haven, Michigan before moving to Florida with his family in 1982. He and Wendi moved from San Antonio to Port Arthur in 2012 to be closer to family during his fight.

He is a member of Central Baptist Church in Port Arthur, TX where he loved to listen to Brother Phil. He learned a lot from him and was glad they moved to Port Arthur. He loved living in this area.

His father Bruce Taber precedes Rob in death. His wife of 21 years, the former Wendi Jones of Port Neches, TX and their four-legged children – Dixie and Ruby – survive him. He is also survived by his mother, Betty Taber; sister, Laurie Donselar; brothers & sisters-in-law Rory & Laura Jones, Jon & Darla Jones, Chad & Teresa Shields and Chad & Tiffany Babineaux; mother-in-law Charlotte Jones and many nieces, nephews and friends.

A memorial service will be held August 2, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. at Central Baptist Church, 4545 Hwy 73, Port Arthur, TX. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Relay for Life, Central Baptist Church.

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Sonya Mcdonald August 6, 2014

Wendi, I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in my prayers. Sonya McDonald

Jackie Anselmo August 6, 2014

Wendi and family.... My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow. Jackie Anselmo

Jan Williams August 5, 2014

Dear Wendi, So very sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you and give you strenght. Jan Williams

Claybar Funeral Home August 3, 2014

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Jeff Kurburski August 2, 2014

Rob was one of my best friends from high school until the Lord took him home. His laugh was contagious and we enjoyed sharing our thoughts about hockey, model trains, and politics to name a few. While his life journey took him around the world and back, he always stayed connected to his friends in Grand Haven. I can recall the many 'snail mail' letter exchanges we made while he was stationed abroad, I was always excited to see a letter in the mail, usually with pictures from Rob someplace in the world protecting our freedom. We will miss a great husband, son, brother, friend, and patriot, but we should all remember how he touched our lives and made this world a better place. Love you and miss you Taber. Jeff Kurburski

Edward Martinez July 31, 2014

My Buddy Tabe My first memory of Taber was in basic training. I was a young guy out of high school and was having a hard time. I was in the push up position and could not get up because I did not remember the words to tell the drill sergeant. The only one to walk in the room to help me was Taber and he gets into the push up position himself to help me with those magic words. Drill sergeant thank you for conditioning my mind body and soul please fill free to do so at any time private Martinez, and Taber request permission to recover. From that day forward I knew that he was a true friend. Basic was over and we both went our separate ways. Three weeks later when I got stationed in Germany to my surprise I see my Buddy Tabe. We both got stationed to the same troop and boy he took me under his wings and showed me a lot. I can keep going about this special Buddy but it hurts to continue. I will always have those memories of him. I just shared a few pictures of us from Germany I'm the one on the right of him next to the Xmas tree. Wendy Taber was a very special person to me and I know he was to you.Sorry for your loss. Remember we will see him again as he greets us at the front door. Love You Buddy. Your Buddy Edward Martinez 1st Cav Bravo Troop

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Cheryl Peery July 30, 2014

Dear Wendi and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your recent loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family during this difficult time. God Bless! Cheryl Peery

Cheryl Morris July 30, 2014

Dear Wendi, Condolences on your loss. I know how devastating the loss of a husband can be. Take time to grieve. Speak to family and friends and share your memories. It is the best medicine for your grief. Laugh & cry & carry him in your heart. He will always be with you. Cheryl Morris

Terri Rathmann July 30, 2014

Wendi, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. You and Rob's family will be in my thoughts and prayers. My sincere condolences. Terri Rathmann

Bill Byrd July 30, 2014

Truly Sorry for your loss Wendi. So very sorry. There has not been a day that has gone by that I have not thought about Rob. He always was such a character. Rob was so damn funny! I do not think that I have ever been around anyone that could just get me rolling. Man, did he love a good burger or a Philly Cheese Steak. Loved his Buccaneers! I will never forget them winning the Super Bowl and Rob doing a cart-wheel in the living room! His beloved Red Wings, man he tried to help learn about hockey. His love of a good beer, I will always cherish the many beers he and I downed in the garage and watching the Spurs win a couple of championships together (I still have the bag of beer caps he and I said we were going to save and see how many beers we could drink.) The infamous hole that popped up in the road and him laying in it and him and I laughing so damn hard. That will be what I will always remember the most, his quick wit and his laughing and his amazing ability to make other laugh! His smile. Miss ya Brother. Rest Easy and See you on the other side.

Deanna Newman July 29, 2014

Rob's dynamic personality and loyalty to his family and friends made a significant impression on me. He will be deeply missed. Wendi , we are praying for God's comfort for you. Deanna

Diana Arevalo July 29, 2014

Wendi, I was so moved and saddened to hear about Rob. I know this is a hard time for you and your family...condolences to everyone. Diana Arevalo

Carol Hebert July 29, 2014

Dear Wendi and extended Jones family, Rob's passing is such a two-sided coin. On the one hand, I share your sorrow and grief as he leaves his earthly home and family behind......but.....on the other hand... I share in your great JOY as he enters his heavenly home and rejoices in his new healthy body, is surrounded by loved ones who have gone before him, and looks upon the face of Jesus! God loved him too much to leave him here for even one more day of pain and suffering. Praise be to God for His unspeakable mercy and love. Hallelujah! Carol Hebert

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Catherine (Kate) A. Mulder July 29, 2014

Wendi, My sympathy to you. I know you will miss Rob and the zest for life that the two of you shared. Celebrate the time you had together and cherish those memories. Please know you and your family are in my prayers. Kate Mulder

Kirby Smith July 29, 2014

Rob's commanding personality and love for life is the most memorable thing I walked away with after first meeting him. Practical, funny, intelligent, passionate, and a loving spirit is the man I met and plan on seeing again in Heaven. Kirby Smith

John P. Weber Sr. July 28, 2014

Rob will be missed by (Wendi more so) and Our Family w/Him being Married in The Jones Lawson Clan He and I were both accepted into the Family! He is now over His pain and suffering and visiting His Dad and Our Heavenly Father in Heaven. May God's Peace Be W/Wendi and Rob's Mother and Family! Love U.P.!

Gail Castles, Ocala, Fl July 28, 2014

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Paul July 28, 2014

Rob, I miss you. My brother and friend. Paul

Shanoe Dillard July 28, 2014

Wendi, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Accounting Department, Script Care LTD

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