Robert Duane Bishop, age 57, of Waco, passed away in a local hospital on the afternoon of January 23rd, after a long battle with liver disease. He was surrounded and supported by his loving mother and children during the last days of his life.
Memorial Service: 10AM Saturday, February 5th at Lakeview United Methodist Church in Lacy Lakeview. Followed by a remembrance gathering at Bellmead Civic Center, at 1PM.
Robert was born in Austin, TX but moved to Waco with his mother and siblings, as an infant. Robert was the youngest of his siblings and was proud to be the baby of the four brothers, and one sister. He was indefinitely a mama’s boy, and he didn’t care who knew it!
During his early years, Robert learned the insulation trade, and became the founder of Bishop Insulation. Amongst his various business endeavors, Robert also owned a car lot, and then later a wrecker service. Robert enjoyed being in the company of his many friends and was well known in the biker community. He began riding motorcycles at the age of 15 and became very passionate about Harley’s. Up until just a few months ago, you would be likely to catch Robert riding his bike, with wind blowing through his long hair. Robert Bishop will always be remembered for his fun personality, generous heart, and witty sarcasm.
Robert is survived by his six children, Joshua Bishop, Tamara Gooden and spouse Tyree Gooden, Randa Leggett and spouse Wesley Leggett, Racila Bishop, William Galbreath, and Albina Quitugua and spouse Christopher Quitugua; along with eight grandchildren, and one great grandchild. He is also survived by his mother, Patricia Shaver; brothers, Terry Rogers and James Bishop; sister, Becky Treadwell; several nieces and nephews; his dog Daisy Bishop; and a host of amazing friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert James Bishop; brother, Darrell Roguers; niece, Amanda Rogers; and uncle, Billy Joe Shaver.
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My heart goes out to yall.And that was beautiful.He will be missed.Love yall all.
Thank you Aunt Linda! Love you!
Robert Bishop will always hold a spot in my heart. Pat you are in my thoughts an prayers . Tamara an Josh y’all are in my prayers as well,an the siblings as well. Fly high Robert 💔
Thank you so much! ❤
Ride free in Heaven Robert and watch over your sweet mama and the rest of your family. No more suffering, no more pain, just eternal love in the arms of Jesus. My heart goes out to you dear Trish & Tamara and the rest of the family. I lost my Jim to the same disease and know how much it hurts. Prayers for all of you!
Thank you Betsy! ❤
I’m SOO sorry for y’alls loss baby girl…he adored y’all… Robert and I have been best of friends for 33 year’s… I’ll miss you dearly Robo…ride in paradise
Love you!!
Wow! My heart aches ..Robert was a very very good friend to me .we have known each other for years He was like a brother to me .I’ll miss you Robert to his MOM May God comfort you there is no greater loss than a child .. MY prayers are with you ALL.
My CONDOLENCES : LORETTA MERRITT
Tamara you guys did amazing! He is proud, for everything you guys have done! So sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers are with you and his mom and family! I’ve known Robert over half my life, and it still seems unreal. I love you Robert and miss you! ❤️
Thank you so much! This is all very unreal!
May this sweet man Rest In Paradise.. the painful days and nights are no longer a problem for him .. death is never easy but at least we know their pain and worry free.. I love u Tamara I know he is beyond proud of u the way u are handling everything. Your dad was a sweet kind hearted man and we will never forget him .. love yall always and forever ❤
I love you too! I know you’re very familiar with this pain.
Hi… I’m Dannielle Nelson, Robert’s neice I haven’t had the chance to meet much of this side of my family but im so very lucky to say that i had that with him… My heart and prayers are with you..
You we’re the love of my life. Not a minute and hour goes by I don’t think about you. I sit here, my heart is broken. Know I loved you with all that I am. Go rest in Peace my love. Tell my Mom I love her. I can see y’all now catching up on old times. You may be gone but you still live on in my heart. Love you for eternity. Fly high Robert.
My prayers for your children and family. May they be comforted during this time. Ride Free Robert
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