Robert Leroy 'Bob' Coursen Sr.
LEAGUE CITY, TEXAS
Robert Leroy "Bob" Coursen Sr., 80, of League City, Texas, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019.
He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Sylvia; his children, daughter Cheryl Coursen and wife Lisa Leo, son Robert Coursen Jr., daughter Nora Whyte and husband Mike, daughter Kathy Correll and husband Kraig, daughter Cynthia Price and husband, Joey; 13 grandchildren; sister Eleanor Bruch and her husband, and extended family.
Born to Emma Pribzick on Jan. 15, 1939, in Easton, PA, Bob graduated from Easton High School and served 10 years in the U.S. Navy. Bob was a Vietnam veteran and earned many commendations during his service, including a Navy Unit commendation medal on the U.S.S. Coral Sea for exceptional meritorious service.
While in the Navy, Bob earned his electrician's degree and carried it over to his civilian career as a master electrician for the Dixie Cup Company.
Upon retirement, Bob and his wife retired to Texas and traveled the world, continuing his love of sea cruising. His many hobbies included hunting, fishing, cooking, quoits, and spending time with his family.
A celebration of his life service will be held at 3 p.m. today, Saturday, Aug. 3, 2019, at Christus Victor Lutheran Church, 2098 West Main St., League City.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the church.