Robert A. "Bob" Shriver

Robert “Bob” Alfred Shriver passed away on Good Friday, April 10th, 2020 in Decatur, TX. He was 91 years old. Though living in Decatur for the last 2 years of his life, he spent the previous three decades residing in Montgomery, TX. Bob leaves behind a wonderful legacy and was loved by many. He is now rejoicing in heaven with his Lord and Savior.

Born on November 30, 1928, Bob grew up in Wellington, KS. He was one of five boys and was raised by his parents, Raymond Leroy and Ella Blanche Shriver. He met the love of his life, his wife Jodie, in high school in Kansas City and they married shortly after graduating. They had five children together (Steve, Carol, Joy, Bob, and Jonathan), raising a fantastic family in the Kansas City area. They were members of Chelsea Avenue Baptist Church. Bob worked in various blue-collar jobs throughout his adult years, eventually owning and operating a residential painting business, Hometown Painting, in Texas before retiring in the mid 2000s. He and his family moved to the Woodlands, TX area in the mid 70s. He and Jodie purchased a lake house on Lake Mount Pleasant, outside of Montgomery, TX in the 80s and eventually made it their permanent home in the early 90s, where Bob lived until summer 2018. Bob and Jodie were married for nearly 50 years before Jodie’s passing in 1996.

Bob was beloved and known for his friendly, warm nature, positive demeanor, kind heart, and caring spirit and gave of himself to others cheerfully. He was very involved in his community throughout his life and was a friend to many. He excelled at creating an inviting atmosphere for others, and his lake house was an oasis to gather together for his family and friends. He carried a spirit of enthusiasm and joy that was contagious, always maintaining a willing and open attitude and approaching life with a lively twinkle in his eye. He consistently gave of himself to his children and grandchildren in a servant-hearted and compassionate way out of love for all. Remembered for his adventurous spirit, Bob enjoyed fishing, spending time out on the lake, hiking in Sam Houston National Forest, traveling to the mountains, chatting around a bonfire, prospecting for gold, playing golf, bird watching, sunset gazing, and maintaining a love for the outdoors. A natural handyman, Bob kept a workshop area full of tools that were used regularly well into his elder years. He was also creative, occasionally writing poetry and letters and expressing other memorable quips. Bob was courageous and resilient, bridging the gap and building unity throughout his life. He loved his wife Jodie dearly, even after her passing nearly 24 years ago.

Bob leaves behind a strong family tree. He was preceded in death by his parents (Raymond Leroy and Ella Blanche Shriver), his four brothers (Roy Shriver, Jim Shriver, Chuck Shriver, and Joe Shriver), his wife (Jodie Shriver), and his son (Steve Shriver). He is survived by his 4 remaining children (Carol Shriver, Joy Schuler, Bob Shriver and Jonathan Shriver), 10 grandchildren (Matt Shriver, Joni Shriver, Kate Laws, Jeff Minton, Nick Schuler, Kelly Cordova, Bobby Shriver, Jackson Shriver, Davis Shriver, and Grant Shriver) and 10 great-grandchildren. His entire surviving family will miss him dearly and carry on his legacy and memory to future generations.

Due to this season of social distancing, a celebration of life service will be delayed to a later date in the foreseeable future, likely in Montgomery, TX.