1935
2013
LTC Robert D. Hagee, USA, Ret.
LEXINGTON, SC – Funeral services for Robert Dale Hagee, 78, will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, December 16, 2013 at Nazareth Lutheran Church, 1800 Nazareth Road, Lexington, SC 29073, Pastor Michael Watson officiating. Interment will be held at 1:00 p.m. in Fort Jackson National Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday, December 15, 2013 at Caughman-Harman Funeral Home, Lexington Chapel.
Mr. Hagee was born February 10, 1935 in Mooresville, IN and passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2013. He was a son of the late Dale Hagee and Audrey Rariden Hagee. Mr. Hagee was a member of Nazareth Lutheran Church.
He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel from the Transportation Corps of the United States Army in 1978 having served two tours of duty in Vietnam as a helicopter pilot. While in service, among many commendations, he was awarded the Purple Heart, the Air Medal, the Bronze Star, the Meritorious Service Medal, the Joint Service Commendation Medal, the Army Commendation Medal and the Legion of Merit. After retiring from the Army, he was employed by Aeromaritime International as Manager for port operations in Lagos, Nigeria. He returned to the States and became a resident of Lexington, SC then returned to work for Aeromaritime as Managing Director for operations in Valetta, Malta.
In 1980 he returned to Lexington and was employed by both Brutus and Sunbird boat companies as Plant Manager and Human Resources Manager respectively. He also taught on a part-time basis at Midlands Technical College.
Bob, while still able to attend, never missed a soccer, baseball, softball, or basketball game, swimming or gymnastics meet, dance, chorus or orchestra recital in which his children or grandchildren participated. He loved to play golf and was an avid USC Gamecock fan. He was a friend to all and was always the first there to lend a helping hand.
Surviving are his wife, Anne Hagee; daughters, Cheryl (Steve) Hughes and Susan (Brad) McFarland; grandchildren, Jessica and Christopher Hughes, Madison and Olivia McFarland; brother, Charles R. (Barbara) Hagee of San Diego, CA; sister, Julia (Joe) Lansberry of Plainfield, IN and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the caring staff at his recent home, Carroll Campbell Place of Lexington and Tri-County Hospice.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Nazareth Lutheran Church, the Alzheimer's Association, 3223 Sunset Blvd., Suite 100, West Columbia, SC 29169 or to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, Grand Central Station, P.O. Box 4777, New York, NY 10163-4777.
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September 19, 2014
Frank Thompson
I remember Bob as a mentor and friend during the year 1967-1968 when he and i share a room in Bien Hoa Viet Nam. He was a great leader and was a great example to me.
December 18, 2013
Little girls everywhere believe that their fathers are heros. For most, that changes as they grow and mature, and they come to see their parents as simply people. My sister and I are so fortunate to have a father who remained our hero for his entire life. While physically diminished before his death, he was never more heroic than in his calm acceptance and quiet daily struggle with the diseases that so many battle. His triumphs were there in his unwavering recognition of my mother and his enjoyment of our hugs and kisses, when all other expressions were lost to him. While all of Dad's military awards are impressive, it doesn't take medals to make a hero. It just takes a man who loves his family so much. Just exactly like my Daddy. We will love you forever, and you will always be my hero. - Susan
December 15, 2013
Debra and Alan Fender
Aunt Louise, my heart aches for you and Cheryl and Susan and the rest of the family. Uncle Bob is now in Heaven and his heart if full of all the memories and love he has for you all..God bless you all...
December 15, 2013
Debra and Alan Fender
Aunt Louise, Cheryl, Susan and the rest of the family, please know how sorry I as for everyone's loss. Uncle Bob was the one of the best Uncle's I had and loved him dearly. He is now in Heaven and has all his health and memories back and is looking down with so much love and peace...my thoughts and prayers go out to you all.....love Debra and Alan
December 15, 2013
Rosie Fennell
Louise (Anne) My heart goes out to you and the family. I know it will be hard for you and the girls to let go of Bob. He was such a loving Husband, Father and Grandfather and such a good friend. I will never forget him. Keep thinking of all the good memories and I am sure God will help you all through the tough times which lay ahead. I love you all and will keep you in my prayers daily.
December 15, 2013
Roy & Marie Ballington
Mrs. Anne please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. It is a honor to call you and Mr. Bob "church family". Please let us know if there is anything that we can do for you. God Bless
December 14, 2013
Angela Harper, M.D.
Mrs. Hagee:
I am deeply sorry for the loss of husband. May the wonderful memories you created together help to ease your grief in the days ahead.
December 14, 2013
James and Barbara Bradley
sorry to hear about Bob, please know our prayers are with ya'll. may the Lord bless and keep ya'll now and always
James and Barbara
Bradley
December 14, 2013
Noel Zenoni
I always looked up to and admired Uncle Bob as a man of intelligence, compassion, a man of accomplishments, and a good family man. Traits that are hard to find in many these days. I'll love and miss you forever. Thank you for making my life richer!!!
December 14, 2013
km
My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends during this difficult time.
December 14, 2013
The Staff of Caughman-Harman Funeral Home
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
December 13, 2013
Please know the Hagee family is in our prayers and thoughts. Bob was a great man and will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Love Jerry and Mary Jane
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