Robert Aguilar, Jr., 75, of Lumberton, passed away on May 2, 2019, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont.
A memorial service will be 5:00pm, Sunday, May 5, 2019 at Lumberton Church of Christ. Officiating will be Rev. Charles Hampton of Lumberton Church of Christ. There will be a reception immediately following the service and friends are encouraged to wear a Hawaiian shirt or hat.
Born in Long Beach, California, on May 18, 1943, he was the son of Robert Aguilar and Nellie (Aguirre) Anthony. Robert worked in the newspaper industry for 43 years in California, Texas, and Washington. He was always highly active in service organizations in the local communities that he lived. Robert served as a youth band leader for many years. He was an avid fisherman and world traveler. Robert was a member of the VFW 514 and American Legion Post 72.
He is preceded in death by his father, Robert Aguilar; mother and step-father Nellie and Robert Anthony; and son, Richard Aguilar.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Jean Aguilar; sons, Michael Aguilar and wife, Lisa of Beaumont and David Aguilar and wife, Leah of California; 9 grandchildren; and 10 great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Lumberton Church of Christ Sharing and Caring Fund or the Go Sunday Fund, 90 W Chase Cutoff, Lumberton, TX 77657.