Robert Waggener Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 24, 2012.

Bob (Robert Nelson) Waggener was born in Martin, TN, April 19, 1931, third of three children of Lewis Arthur and Lydia Ethel Waggener. After his birth the family moved to Springfield, IL. After his father died, his mother married William T. Bandy Sr., a farmer and dairyman living near Edinburg, IL. At age seven, Bob joined a stepfamily of nine boys and three girls. He joined the Army two days after his 17th birthday, before finishing his third year of high school. While serving the Army, Bob completed high school, was awarded a Bachelor of Science in Commerce by the University of Maryland and a Master of Science in Administration by The George Washington University, Washington, D.C. After nine years service in the enlisted ranks, he attended Infantry Officer Candidate School and was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant, of Armor. He graduated from Basic Armor Officers Course at Fort Knox, KY; Adjutant General Advanced Course at Fort B, Harrison, IN; Command and General Staff College at Fort Leavenworth, KS and Industrial College of the Armed Forces at Fort McNair, Washington, DC.During his more than 39 year Army career, Bob served various posts in the United States; two tours of duty at The Pentagon and others at Okinawa, Germany and Vietnam. He retired June 30, 1987 as a Colonel .He was a member of Sam R. Hamilton, AF&AM, Dallas Scottish Rite of Freemasonry and Hella Shriners, A.A.O.N.M.S. Bob and Joyce met while he was stationed at Camp (Fort) Hood, Texas and were married September 30, 1950. They had three children, Georgia, Timothy and Selia. They made their home in Grand Prairie. Bob is preceded in death by his wife Joyce and his parents. He is survived by his daughter Georgia Allen, husband Harvey, son Timothy Waggener, wife Ande, daughter Selia Williams, husband Jason, grandchildren Sasha, Emma and Jacob, great-granddaughter Isabella and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

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January 1, 2013

Dorothy Fagan Waggener

Rest in peace Uncle Bob. I will always keep your generous spirit close to my heart. For 20 years you reached across the miles with conversation and appreciation of my art - allowing me to be your niece. Thank you!

December 30, 2012

Ben Byrd

Bob and I were roommates in Vietnam during l968-69 - became close friends and remained so through out the years. I consider Bob my best friend. He was a true gentlement and
trusted friend to many. I will miss him greatly.
Selia been a devoted daughter who has provided loving care to Bob during his time of need.
Ben Byrd - - Hurst Texas

December 30, 2012

Melody Leak

"There are so many wonderful times that I can remember while going to Management School for the AAFES San Antonio TX with Debbie. Debbie your Uncle and Aunt were very kind and caring people who showed their kindness and love will open arms and a warm smile. Debbie to you and your family, may God comfort you all bring you peace. May the Colonial rest in peace." Love to you all, Melody

December 29, 2012

DeAnn Lechtenberger

Bob was a one of a kind man from the Greatest Generation. He set the bar high for himself and the rest of us who he loved and inspired. May those of us who were blessed to know him, his wife, Joyce, and his daughter, Selia always remember his sense of duty to his country, his family, and most of all to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I am a better person for having had his friendship and him being a second dad to me during my lifetime.

December 29, 2012

Laura GR

Dear Selia,
May God Bless you and all your family through these painful transition times. We who have said goodbye to our Grand Pa and Dad, hold you dearly and tenderly in a long embrace. We knew your Grand Pa by the beautiful words with which you described him and the love that shined in your eyes whenever you talked about him. May God bring peace to your heart, as He did to ours, while we patiently wait to meet them again in due time.

December 29, 2012

George & Debra Westmoreland

We were so sorry to hear about the death of a dear beloved friend. He will be so missed. Knowing he is with the love of his life, Joyce, brings great comfort. Our prayers are with Selia and the family.

December 28, 2012

Bob Howard

May Bob rest in peace. I can remember the days at old TEXAS Stadium with the GP Evening Lions club. Bob was always there and working hard to make moneys for our projects. Bob/Judy Howard

December 27, 2012

Hershel Don Yancey

COL Waggener was a true gentleman and professional officer. He was a wonderful role model for the officers and enlisted soldiers who received training at Fort Benjamin Harrison, IN. There's an old saying that "I would rather SEE a sermon than HEAR one." COL Waggener's leadership and service were great "snapshots" of the Army values that underlie what it means to be a soldier. May he rest in peace and may our Heavenly Father grant comfort and solice to all who knew and loved COL Waggener.

Chaplain (Lieutenant Colonel - Retired) Hershel Don Yancey

December 27, 2012

Shirley K Startzman

There is no greater honor than to have served under Col. Waggener's leadership and command. He helped us to become more than we ever dreamed we could be. He was a great leader and an even greater man. Most of all, he was the greatest friend a person could have. He will be sorely missed. May Col. Waggener rest in the arms of our Lord forever.

December 27, 2012

Catherine Waggener

So many wonderful memories of the 20 plus years I have known Uncle Bob and Joyce. How blessed to have had them both in my life ~ loved them dearly and cherish all the special times we spent together....

Posted by Catherine Waggener

December 27, 2012

Norman Davis, COL(ret)

Colonel Bob Waggener and I have been friends for over 30 years. He was a combat Veteran who served longer than most of us. I never knew Bob to not have a smile, especially when we were working on something that seemed to defy logical solution. He was a compassionate man whose love of country was second only to his love of his family. We will all miss him terribly but now he is once again with the woman whom he loved so much and with whom he shared this life. You are in my prayers.

December 27, 2012

Glenda Minton

May Colonel Waggener rest in peace as we celebrate his life and service to our country. I'm proud to be related to this awesome man. God bless his children, grandchildren, great-granddaughter along with numerous nieces and nephews. May his legacy inspire others to live their lives accordingly.

December 27, 2012

Chuck Speed

Bob, will be dearly missed by so many friends and family. I am so proud to have known him and to have worked with him on our Waggener family history. He was a kind and considerate person to us all.

December 27, 2012

Peggy Lechtenberger

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.

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