Robert Dean McAllister's Obituary
Robert Dean McAllister, 65, of Shamrock, Texas passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 13, 2019 at his house, surrounded by many of his loved ones.
Memorial Graveside Service will be Friday, October 18, 2019 at 11:00 AM in the Shamrock Cemetery, Shamrock, with Cottie Tarbet, officiating.
Cremation and arrangements are by Robertson Funeral Directors of Shamrock.
Robert was born on November 28, 1953 in Kermit, Texas to Melvin “Mac” and Nellie Exum McAllister. He married Sae McAllister on February 14, 1977 in Shamrock, Texas. Robert met his loving wife of over 42 years while stationed in the United States Army in Seoul, South Korea. Together they raised two sons, Bradley and Jason.
Robert joined the United States Army in 1972 and was stationed in Fort Hood, Texas and Seoul, South Korea. Upon leaving the Army in 1978, Robert worked for El Paso Natural Gas for over 20 years until his early retirement in 1994. He was a dedicated Veteran and enjoyed working outdoors while farming and ranching at his farm south of Shamrock. He was proud of all his grandkids and recently enjoyed the honor of commissioning his grandson, Garrett, into the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland.
Robert is preceded in death by his father, Melvin, and mother, Nellie Exum McAllister. Robert is survived by his wife, Sae McAllister; two sons, Brad McAllister of Shamrock, Texas and Jason McAllister and wife, Laura, of Lubbock, Texas; four grandchildren, Garrett, Maddyson, Aspen, and Kaybree McAllister; one brother, Michael McAllister of Canyon, Texas, and several cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Thank you to Accolade Home Health for your wonderful love and care. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to your favorite charity.
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