When & where

Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Venue: Oak Hill Community Chapel — 410 Memorial Drive, Austin, TX 78745

1948 — 2026

Dress code: Comfortable attire — Bob would have said "come as you are"

Reception: Fellowship Hall reception — Same building, lower level

RSVP: An RSVP helps us plan seating and refreshments — reply by the Monday before

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Our story

With grateful hearts, we invite you to join us in celebrating the life of Robert "Bob" Hale — beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Bob taught shop class for thirty years, never missed a Friday fish fry, and believed every problem could be solved with coffee and kindness. We will gather to share stories, music he loved, and the comfort of community.

Schedule

10:30 AM
Visitation
Chapel foyer
11:00 AM
Memorial service
Main sanctuary
12:00 PM
Reception
Fellowship Hall — light lunch & stories

FAQ

Is there a livestream?: Yes — a private link will be emailed to those who RSVP and cannot attend in person.
May we bring children?: Children are welcome. A quiet room will be available during the service.
Where can we share a memory?: A memory table and guest book will be in the foyer. You may also leave a note when you RSVP.
Parking?: Free lot behind the chapel; accessible entrance on the west side.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the local literacy fund Bob supported.

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