Robert Bruce Hamby

Robert “Bobby” Bruce Hamby was born September 10, 1946, in Miami, Arizona. On July 18th, 2025, Bobby left his earthly home in Roswell, New Mexico for his heavenly home.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jim and Eva Massey; his parents, Thomas Hamby and Mary Lille Flister; his two lifelong best friends, Lonnie Lee and Howdy Geurin; the love of his life, Karen Delores Lightfoot; Alice Wheeler Thompson; his brothers, Steve and Paul Boydston; son, Jimmy Hargrove; grandson, Dallas Hargrove; and daughter-in-law, Tasha Hargrove.

Bobby, Lonnie, and Howdy were a force to be reckoned with and could have been considered a bit rowdy in their younger days. Age settled their wild spirits and the three of them saw their friendship change to sitting around drinking coffee and hanging out, visiting, and enjoying each other’s company. The world has seen few friendships like the friendship between Bobby, Lonnie, and Howdy and Bobby’s family is comforted in knowing the three friends have joined one another in heaven, as not even the devil himself would cross the three of them when they come together. Now the three friends will stand together in the army of God, and will be worthy defenders of his throne.

In his heavenly home, Bobby joined the love of his life, Karen Delores Lightfoot. Their family believes she was standing beside Lonnie and Howdy, with a cup-o-coffee, to greet him when he arrived. Bobby and Karen fell in love many years ago and created their own unique version of a “Brady Bunch” family—six children (three boys and three girls), their spouses and partners, many grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, all of whom continue to carry forward their legacy of love and family.

Survivors include stepfather Carl Flister; daughters: Patricia Marker and partner Ricardo Saucedo; granddaughter Jessica Wunsch and partner Trevor Wilson,; and a greatgrandchild they will be looking down on from heaven when he or she arrives; Grandson Robert “Bobby” Marker and spouse Bri, and Ashley DiMarzo, with grandchildren William, Anthony, Aubrey, and Oliver; granddaughter Sonja Delores and spouse Dillon Gearin, with grand-dogs Maverick, Bruce, and Grizzly; Daughter Rebecca Hamby; granddaughter Destiny Hamby-Escovedo; and great-granddaughter Riverlyn Singleton; Daughter Kimberly Hamby; grandson Cameron Hamby and partner Ericka Lopez; and great-grandchildren Allison Hamby-Lopez and Robert “Bubba” Hamby and sons,Teddy Dennis and spouse Judy; granddaughter Carlee Dickman, with great-granddaughters Harleigh and Vivian; granddaughter Brandy Dennis, with great-granddaughters Hennisy and Indica Juarez, and great-grandsons Cezar and Ciroc Jimenez; granddaughter Kristy Cross, with great-grandchildren Sky, Kai, and Ava; granddaughter Sara and spouse Tristan Thibeau, with great-grandchildren Malcolm and Benjamin Thibeau; and grandson Jason Scifres; Son Gayland Hargrove and Michelle Niece; grandson Dakotah Hargrove and spouse Sherrie, with great-grandchildren Hannah Steely and Makoy and Laramie Hargrove; granddaughter Cheyenne and spouse Jesse Dickison, with great-granddaughter Ellie Dickison.

Bobby’s extended family includes Kenneth Roberts and spouse Jennifer, and their children Nathan and Ryan Roberts; Marty and Allen Lightfoot, and their children Eric Wade and spouse Shay, and Sara and spouse Ridge Perkins, with daughters Alice Rose and Kimber Marie.

Bobby is also survived by his brother, Benjamin Boydston, and spouse Joyce; niece Amanda Boydston; great-nieces Ananda and Amorita; nephews Patrick Luna and Joshua Boydston and spouse Katie, with great-niece and nephew Alyssa and Jacob Boydston.

Many cousins remain to celebrate Bobby’s life, including Henry (Micky) and spouse Melissa McVaugh, and their daughter Tiffany and spouse Geff Monceret, with children Landon and Lexi; Louise, Helen Keebler, Dan Keebler, Darlene Jones, Merion and Jeannie, Judy Phillips, Marlene Phillips, Roger Phillips, Emma Gene Van Savage, Beth Maggard, Johnny Massey and spouse Caroline, Sheila Massey, Verna Marie and spouse Gary Doan, Bobbiean Doan, Melissa and Don Weist, Natasha Davis, Daniella Davis-Ray and spouse Chris Ray, and their sons Samson and Rowan.

Bobby proudly served his country in the National Guard (U.S. Army) from April 10, 1965, to January 9, 1971. He commanded respect from all who knew him—whether friend, family, or foe. He loved the outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, camping, and riding horses. This summer, his family was blessed to spend one final fishing trip with him, a memory they will always treasure.

He was a cowboy at heart and a mechanic by gift. Bobby could fix nearly anything and generously shared his knowledge, helping friends and family alike. If you needed a fishing pole, he’d gladly lend you one—though you’d better not lose it! He was wise, kind, and full of grit. His teachings, stories, and the time he gave live on in the people he loved.

Bobby’s last words when ending phone conversations with his family were, “NOW YOU BE GOOD NOW!” Wise words, and a lasting reminder of his humor, care, and strength.

He was deeply loved—and he will be deeply missed.

Services to lay Bobby’s earthly body to rest will be held at LaGrone Funeral Home on August 9th, 2025 at 10:00 am. Following the services, the family requests all those who loved Bobby join them in a celebration of his life at Serenity Club, at 1000 E. Bland, Roswell, New Mexico.