Bobby Ray Stark

Bobby Ray “Bob” Stark passed away on July 14, 2026, with his loving wife, Shirley, by his side. Bob was born on October 20,1932, in Yoakum, Texas, to Allen Francis Stark and Minnie Hagan Stark. He grew up alongside his sister Johnnie Vee Hoech and brother Allen “Wayne” Stark. Bob was preceded in death by his sister, Johnnie Vee, and his beloved son, Rick. Bob’s life would take him to many places across Texas and around the world including Germany, Houston, Austin and McAllen. After retirement, he would find his way to Rockport where the Texas Coast provided a fitting home for a man who loved boats and fishing. Bob joined the Army in February 1953 and spent much of the next two years in Germany playing football. After his time in the Army, Bob went to work as a supervisor in the meat department for Lewis & Coker where he remained for twenty years. In 1980 Bob opened “Bob Starks Beef Shop” in McAllen. He owned and operated this business until his retirement in 1998; He was proud that his name remains on the markets. Bob found enjoyment in the things he loved… the Texas Coast, boats, fishing, Corvettes and watching football. A lifelong sports fan, he especially enjoyed cheering on or cursing (whatever was called for at the time) for the Houston Texans. Over the years Bob had many pets but most dear to his heart was his German Short Hair “Roscoe”. From the eight-week-old puppy to the 13-year-old senior, Roscoe was Bob’s constant companion. Bob will be deeply missed by his wife of 22 years, Shirley, his daughter Stacy Lynn Stark, his brother Wayne, and wife Lisa Stark, daughter-in-law Peggy Stark, and grandson Ryan and wife Ashley Rochelle-Stark, and his pride and joy four great-grandchildren, Aydan, Aryanna, River, and Rayne. As well as his loved nieces and nephews ~ Steve & Carla, Linda, Phylis, and Robert Hoech, Sheri Lynn & Timothy Lowther and Rusty Stark ~ Grand nieces and nephews, Jennifer Vance, Amber Peterson, Megan Garcia, Karee Townsend, and Jason Ross. Bob’s family finds peace in knowing that he is no longer in pain and that he is surrounded by God’s eternal love and light. They find comfort in knowing he was welcomed home by the loved ones who went before him, most especially his most loving son, Rick. A life spanning 93 years leaves behind more than dates and places. It leaves memories, stories, lessons, and the lasting imprint of a man who touched many lives. Bob will be remembered by those who loved him and will remain forever a part of the family he leaves behind. May Bob rest peacefully, surrounded by God’s love and reunited with those he loved who went before him.