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Robert Upchurch

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Date Of Birth: August 29, 1926
Date Of Death: September 13, 2008

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  2. Dad, I will miss you so much. I couldn’t have had a better father. I’ll always remember you watching over me as I drove away on my own to school for the first time and know you are watching over me now. I love you so much. (Bugs) Kathy

  3. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Upchurch family. Robert was an important part of our family and will be greatly missed.

  4. Poppy, you were a great light in the world. You were honest and authentic. I miss you so much already. I love you with all my heart and will miss seeing your smile.

    Your granddaughter with very much love,

    Erica

  5. I will miss my grandpa so much. He always made me laugh, and i loved our taco bell tradition. Ill never forget his wonderful and hilarious army stories and all those pranks he pulled on his friends. i love you poppie. keep smiling. love ur Angel, Kristin
    “raw hide!”

  6. Robbie & Family,
    Our prayers are with you and your family in the time of sorrow. You were like family to us, and Robert will be missed greatly by the two of us.
    Always know that you are in our thoughts and prayers daily.

    Love,
    Jim & Joy Frankenberger

  7. Robert,

    You were a loving and caring man. We know you are in a better place. Our prayers are with you and your family. You will be missed dearly.

    Love,
    Ricky, Sandra, Ebony and Marcus Weaver

  9. Some of my fondest memories as a child included you, Grandpa. Always with a quick joke or just some company on the front porch. You will be greatly missed, I love you.

  10. Uncle Robert,
    You will be missed greatly. You were always a Ford man and gave the thumbs up when you saw mine. I will cherish the pig joke forever.
    Love,
    Oink

  11. You were a man of few words but you showed your love by actions. Larry has told me many stories of the things you did for him while he was growing up. I am glad he had a parent like you he could count on. I feel I am married to one of the best guys in the world and I know you had alot to do with that. Thank you for being a good Father to my husband and a sweet Father in law to me. You will be greatly missed.

  12. Robbie,

    Thoughts and prayers are with you always and especially at this time.
    We will miss his sweet smile. Know you are loved and we are here for you any time. Love, Judi

  13. Poppie,
    I remember finding out as an elementary student that your name wasn’t actually Pa, but Robert. You were the absolute best poppie ever to live. I loved when you would rub my ears, and when you always got out of the bathroom when I needed in. Our trips to the grocery store were my favorite, and I will always be your best shopping buddy. You obviously had a wonderful impact on your daughter, because she is the best mom. I can see your humor in my mom, and I value that. I miss you and can’t wait to see you again, someday. You were such an amazing guy and I will never forget the impact you left upon my life.
    I love you so much, and miss you terribly. With love,
    Catherine…(your best shopping buddy)

  14. Kathy,

    You and all of your family are in our thoughts and prayers. I have so many wonderful memories of growing up with you and your parents house on 12th Street. It feels like home when I walk through the door. You know how I feel about you and your family. May God guide and comfort all of you thru this difficult time. Love, Debi

  15. In memory of my loving Dad. You were the best father anyone could have. I love you so much! You were always there for us all. You gave us so much and I will greatly miss you. Now you have gone to be with the Lord, and the rest of the family that have gone on before us. We will all be together again and the circle will be unbroken, Until then I will grieve.

  16. Poppie,

    You know me, I could write an entire novel here. It is hard for me to decide just exactly what to say. So, I will just say this:

    I remember you would tell people, GÇ£That Meredith, sheGÇÖs the same no matter what.GÇ¥ I know it was a simple statement, but I took it as one of my greatest compliments. To me, it meant that you saw me as genuine and true to myself. It always made me feel good to hear about times you would tell someone that about me.

    My love and respect for you is beyond words. You stuck with my Grandma through thick and thin, year after year. You helped make my Dad one of the most amazing and beautiful people I have ever met. You loved me, and the rest of your grandchildren with all of your heart. You were a peaceful, kind and genuine man.

    These things I know. And for all of these things, and more, I am forever grateful.

    I love you with all my heart, and will miss you immensely.

    -Your Doodle Bug, Meredith

  17. Robert,
    I will miss you very much. You were a very thoughtful loving father-in-law to me.
    Thank you for the gift, to me of your kind loving son, Steve.
    You were a quiet person that I admired and loved.
    I know that Jesus took you home and that I will see you again.
    love you, Franny

  20. Poppy,
    I’m reminded in this time how important it is that we love the people in our lives each and every day. Things can change so fast. It is hard to imagine going to visit Grandma and you not being there anymore. Thank you for all the good memories. I read over the other entries and I see how you had a special bond with each of us. Whether it be a nickname, a place you took us for food, or the way you helped us when we needed it.
    For me, I remember trips to White Castle, eating lots of ice cream, and you offering to help me every time I had any car troubles.
    Thank you for giving me my dad. He is a loving and generous father.
    I miss you!
    Love your first grandbaby
    Dawnya (AKA Donnie)

  21. My Prayers go out to the Upchurch family. I remember the kind hearts they all had when our family went to Park Avenue Church of Christ. May God bless each and every one of you.

  22. Robbie i love you and the family.Still remember the last time i talked to Robert at Mildred’s house. Will keep ypu in my prayers. your sister–Jenny

  23. Aunt Robbie and family,sorry to hear about uncle Robert’s passing. He was a special uncle. I remember the times we would gather at Pa and Granny Smiths everybody talking at one time.sure is happy memories. uncle Robert will be missed but he’s in a better place.

  24. My Robert,

    I miss you coming into our bedroom to wake me up and saying, “Are you ready for coffee?” I have to make myself get up in the morning now that you are not here.

    Our dog, Harvey, and I miss you so much. The house is so lonesome and empty without you. You were the best thing that ever happened to me. I love you so much and I always will.

    It broke my heart to see you like you were. God called you home so you could rest. Rest in peace my dear precious Robert.

    Love,

    Josie (the nickname you gave me so many years ago)

    Your wife, Robbie

  25. Robert we will miss you,but you are in a better place.No more sickness or pain.We loved you.Rest in peace. Ralph & Shelby

  26. GÇ£Therefore they are before the throne of God, and serve him day and night in his temple; and he who sits on the throne will shelter them with his presence. They shall hunger no more, neither thirst anymore; the sun shall not strike them, nor any scorching heat. For the Lamb in the midst of the throne will be their shepherd, and he will guide them to springs of living water, and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.” (Revelation 7:15 GÇô 17)

    The above verses are very comforting to me. I know that you are now with the Lord. I will miss you. Some day we will be together again. I look forward to that day. I love you very much.

  27. Robert,

    We were shocked to see your recent rapid deterioration, and still find it hard to be without you. I enjoyed hearing your stories–especially those dealing with your experiences in the army. You will be remembered as a good man of quiet strength.

  30. I will always cherish the time that I was able to spend with Poppy. My grandfather was a man that I truly loved and respected. Poppy had strong faith in the Lord. He lived a life of humble service to God and to his country. Poppy loved his family and friends; he was a man who was also sincerely loved by those family members and friends. As I attempt to make peace with the loss of my grandfather, I take great comfort in the words of the Apostle Paul. GÇ£For I am already being poured out like a drink offering, and the time has come for my departure. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that dayGÇöand not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.GÇ¥ 2 Timothy 4:6-8 (New International Version)

  31. I just can’t believe he’s gone so soon! I loved seeing you and Robbie at church and talking to you guys. You are definitely missed, but I know you’re now waiting in heaven for all of us. -Barry

  34. To day is thanksgiving day .our first one to be apart in sixty years .
    i miss you so much and love you more each day.
    i have all my good memory of the years we were to geather .
    will miss you today .rest in peace my love .love you so much .
    Love ,ROBBIE , JOSE

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