Robert “Bob” Hathaway, also known as Papa Bob, went into the arms of Jesus at 11:30 AM on October 10, 2024. He passed peacefully in the comfort of his loving home that he shared with his wife, Claudia Hathaway, in Waco, TX.
Visitation: 1pm to 2pm Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at Lake Shore Funeral Home
Funeral Service: 2pm Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at Lake Shore Funeral Home
Interment: Wortham Bend Cemetery
Bob lived a full life full of adventure, laughter, good food, and so much love. He was a professional at telecommunications until he retired. He also worked and retired from the City of Newport Beach as a systems technician. Although he was extremely talented and hard-working, what he enjoyed most was adventure and family. He will forever be one of the Los Angeles Chargers biggest fans and loved attending games with his son. Bob loved anything outdoors. Some of his favorite places were the High Sierra, Yosemite, Death Valley, but his most favorite place was beside his wife, Claudia. Bob loved to fish, camp, and hike, and experience all these things with his loved ones by his side. Bob kept his family and friends laughing with his sly smile up until the very end. His wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren brought him so much joy. Time with his family meant everything to him, and his whole face would light up when they were near. He will be missed dearly. Bob and Claudia were together for 41 wonderful years.
Bob is proceeded in death by his mother, Delphia Hathaway; father, Victor Hathaway; and brother, Delbert Hathaway. Bob is survived by his wife, Claudia Hathaway; sons, Michael Hathaway (Cynthia) and Jason Bliley (Tracy); daughter, Brandi Roberts; sister, Loraine LaCroix (George); grandchildren, Christina King (Greg), Morghan Coss (David), Jennifer Roberts, Jordan Davidson (Sawyer) and Ryan Hathaway; great grandchildren, Evan King, Brandee King, Charlee King and Kassie King; nephew, Dennis Hathaway (Cindy) and numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Special thanks would like to be given to Baylor Scott and White Hospice, especially Amber and Jose. Thank you for your kindness and compassion. You really are family.
If friends so desire, memorial donations in Bob’s memory can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (www.stjude.org).
Place of Service: Lake Shore Funeral Home , 5201 Steinbeck Bend; Waco, TX 76708
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Bob was a great father in law and gave me one of my only memories of deep sea fishing that I still cherish to this day. I was so happy to get to visit with him and Claudia the last time I was in Waco. Bob you will be missed! You and all of your family will be on my prayers and thoughts.
I will always cherish and remember the fun times we had like fishing and going to the movies, I’m so thankful he moved to Texas and I got the chance to see him as much as I did. He was a great man and forever will be missed.
Me and Papa Bob always had a fun time. He would always bring a smile to my face and leave me laughing. I remember once we went fishing and we had a lot of fun. I’m so thankful we had all those moments together. We love you Papa Bob. Have fun up there. Love Charlee
My Wednesdays will never be the same! What an honor it was to help care for such an amazing person. He was more of a friend than a patient. This family has blessed me more than they know. Continued prayers for you all!