Hubert Dean Robie (75) of Beeville died quietly at home surrounded by his family October 7, 2009. A celebration of his life is scheduled for Saturday, October 10, 2009 at the First United Methodist Church in Beeville.

Mr. Robie was born September 19, 1934 in Clemons, Iowa to the Reverend Evertt and Mildred (Friel) Robie. He was the eldest of three children including James Robie who predeceased him. His father was an Army Chaplain and the family moved frequently with their last post in Germany. Upon returning to the states Mr. Robie graduated from Jefferson High School in San Antonio. He was also a graduate of Bee County Junior College.

Sgt. Robie was a member of the Department of Public Safety Recruit School of 1956 and remained with the DPS for 42 years with 37 of those served in the Beeville area. Following his retirement, he was designated a Special Texas Ranger for the remainder of his life. Mr. Robie was a Master Mason in Good Standing for 50+ years. Additionally he taught at BCC, served on numerous community committees and enjoyed many hours of fellowship with his motorcycle buddies, coffee group, and fellow photography buffs.

Mr. Robie is survived by his wife Aurora (Trigo) and two daughters Debbie (Mike) Bernard of Chandler Tx and Bonnie Smith of Rowlett Tx., three step children Michael (Zaira) Dawson, Michelle Dawson and Carol Sanchez, as well as sister Margaret Kelso of Canyon Tx. Grandchildren include Dakota Smith and Weston Smith and nieces and nephews which include Molly Lutes of Austin, Scarlett Taylor of Houston, Dan Kelso of Waxahachie and Paul Kelso of Orlando Fl.

A memorial service will be held at the First United Methodist Church of Beeville under the direction of Rev. Bill Duke at 2pm Saturday, October 10th with a Gathering following the service in the Church Parlor.

Honorary pallbearers will be all troopers that have served under Sgt. Robie.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to the M.D. Anderson Hospital Children’s Care Unit or a charity of choice.