Robert Cleveland Peppeard

Robert Cleveland Peppeard passed away Sept. 28,2023, at Christus Good Shepherd Hospital in Longview, TX. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, October 27th, 2023, at two o’clock in the afternoon at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Kilgore, TX.

Robert was born in Shawnee, OK, to Merrill Eanon Peppeard and Mildred Peacock Peppeard. He was preceded in death by his parents Merrill and Mildred Peppeard and his brother Allan Peppeard. Survivors include his wife Gina Smith Peppeard of Lake Devernia; son Douglas Peppeard and wife Shannon of St.Charles, II; sister Mary Margaret Peppeard of Tucson, AZ; stepson Marc Chrietzberg and wife Melissa of Mineola, TX; grandchildren Keagan, Chloe, and Charlie; stepgrandson Chris; and sister-in-law Lynn Peppeard of Conroe, TX.

Robert graduated from Mineola High School in 1962 and Texas Tech University in 1967 with a major in microbiology and a minor in chemistry. His work experience included NL Industries-Baroid Division for 15 years and Tretolite-Baker Petroleum Chemicals for 18 years.

Robert’s hobbies included fishing, golf, softball, jogging, crossword puzzles, and reading.

The family wishes to thank the medical staff at Christus Good Shepherd Hospital in Longview for their excellent care.

In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 314

Henderson Blvd., Kilgore, TX 75662.

Please leave online condolences at www.raderfuneralhome.com