Birth date: Nov 5, 1947 Death date: Jul 23, 2022
Robert “Bob” Hughes, 74, passed away at home surrounded by his loved ones on July 23, 2022, in Tacoma, Washington. Robert was born in Tampa, Florida to Clyde and Eunice Armeta (Bailey) on November 5, 1947.He joined the Army at 18 Read Obituary
We moved in next door to Bob and Cindy in the 70s. My daughter, Kristal, and Tina became fast friends as preschoolers. On days that I worked, they graciously fixed Kristal’s breakfast and took her to school. I am so thankful for their kindness and don’t know what I would have done without them. Rest In Peace, Bob.
Sunday July 24th was a sad day. Cindy had called with the news about Robert. Later on, I got to thinking about how, when we were growing up, we'd go fishing. Grand daddy would take us a lot. Sometimes we'd all get together and have a fish fry right there on the bank of the river. All the old folks would be there and we would have us a time. Another thought was that one of our favorite TV shows back then was the "Little Rascals" and Robert would do his "Froggy" voice! He was pretty good too. Later, after Robert joined the army and sometime between basic training at Ft.Benning and going to Germany, he volunteered for paratrooper jump school. He was mighty proud of them boots and kept them shined extra good. After he got sick we'd talk on the phone he'd always mention how hard Cindy was working to take care of him. He was worried about her. Thank y'all for all you did for him. He was my big brother and I looked up to him. He was never famous or anything like that but he left a big mark on our world and we'll all miss him. Rest in Peace Robert, and tell Mama and them hey and I hope to see 'em all again sometime. Your little brother, Phil.
I am so happy to have met Bob and Cindy years ago and their family,. Bob’s a great man and I’m happy to know him. I remember years ago visiting he made Cindy and I breakfast he’s a great cook. He made the best alphabet soup I ever had. And his Rice crispy treats were the best.He saved me so many times getting my car door open for me when keys were hanging in the ignition.😂 very Thankful for Bob. I will miss our talks when I call and he answered the phone. My Son love his crescent dogs he’d make in my son’s young years. He is missed. 😢 God bless Bob’s Family and put your arms around them. ❤️ With love Kari
I’vebern blessed to get to know Bob and the family for many years. He was such an amazing man.
Can’t tell you how many times he saved me and my friends when we’ve been locked out of our cars. He would do it always with a smile. Afterwards he would talk to me for a few minutes until he got another call.
I’ll miss his Rice Krispie treats every Christmas time I always knew that mom and I would have a ziplock bag full of them.
He made our lives happier knowing him. We will definitely miss him.
I have known Bob pretty much my whole life.I spent many nights over there with Tina and always looked forward to his great cooking! He was so funny and made me laugh. He was the only Papa my youngest, Kenzie, ever knew. He always treated her like one of his grandkids. Napping in his recliner with her on his chest. He was her favorite person. She loved getting to use the hankie he always carried. I will never forget their "Boogie Rag" song. So many memories I will always remember and hold close to my heart. I feel very lucky to have had him in my life.
