Memorial Service
First Presbyterian Church
800 Jefferson St.
Kerrville, TX  78028
Friday, April 14, 2023
10:00 AM
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I served in the Army.

Robert Jennings SiekerI am a Veteran.

of Kerrville, TX

January 31, 1945 - April 8, 2023


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Robert Jennings Sieker passed away peacefully on April 8, 2023, surrounded by his family. Bobby had faced many health challenges over the past several years but met each one with grit and determination. He was born in Fort Worth, Texas to Robert Edward and Penny Jennings Sieker January 31, 1945. He later in life married Cheryl Fertsch Sieker March 13, 1999 in Kerrville, Texas.

Bobby graduated from Tivy High School in 1963. After high school, he attended Tarleton State College, Schreiner ''Institute'' and Stephen F. Austin. He saw Vietnam on the horizon and went to American Fliers in Ardmore, Oklahoma where he sharpened his natural flying abilities. After bravely serving his country in Vietnam as a Mohawk army pilot, he returned to join his father, operating, and managing ''Kerrville Flying Service''.

Bobby later became Tyson Smith's private pilot because he was the ''best'' pilot for the job. While working for Tyson Smith, he learned the steel fabrication business and worked for Bob Allen at AHI in Alvin, Texas for 20+ years. After retiring from AHI in 2012, he and his wife returned to their roots in Kerrville. He enjoyed being at their ranch in Junction, Texas spending time with family and friends.

He served on many boards and participated in many Civic Organizations. He was honored to serve as an Elder at the Tiki Chapel, Tiki, Texas and First Presbyterian Church in Kerrville. He was involved and supported his wife in all of her activities. He shared her love for the Texas Hill Country Youth Ranch.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Bob Sieker and Penny Jennings; grandparents, Ruby and Gay Sieker, Al and Mae Jennings, and Fred Jennings.

Survivors include his wife, Cheryl Beth Sieker; son, Robert Bracher Sieker and wife Cassie; daughter, Emily Sieker Allen, husband Colby; step-daughters, Lindsey Kielman, husband Ryan, and Tina Brown; grandchildren, Krystle Brown, Hadley Kielman, Cooper Kielman and River Allen; brother, Freddy Sieker, wife Susan; and many loving nieces, nephews and cousins.

Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday April 14, 2023, at the First Presbyterian Church. A reception will follow in Ryan Hall.

In lieu of flowers, the family request that memorials be given to the Hill Country Youth Ranch or First Presbyterian Church.

The family wishes to extend our sincere thanks to the Veterans Affairs who work tirelessly to provide care and resources to veterans and their families. Also, thank you to the many doctors and nurses who cared for Bobby.

To know Bobby was to love Bobby. He treated everyone with kindness and respect and that love was abundantly returned.

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12 Condolence(s)
Donley and Melissa Brothers
Leavenworth, KS
Thursday, April 13, 2023

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Brittany Garcia
Kerrville, TX
Thursday, April 13, 2023

Cheryl, I’m sorry to hear about Bobby’s passing. He was a wonderful man and so great with the kids. He will definitely be missed. My prayers are with you and your family.

Sincerely,
Brittany & Pete

Wayne Curtis
Conroe, TX
Thursday, April 13, 2023

All the way back to elementary when at his home he invited me to join the Boy Scouts. At his home (during 50th reunion) with the beautiful view of the valley from the deck he suggested I move back to Kerrville and purchase the house across the street. I will always remember his kindness till I am called home as he has been.

DeWitt Lang
Goodyear, AZ
Thursday, April 13, 2023

Sharon and I wish to express our sincere condolences to the Sieker family. For over 40 years, Bob was a dear friend, business partner, flying partner, hunting partner and trusted advisor. We first met as he was winding down his flying career as a pilot for Smith Industries. He became part of the management team at Pace Steel Company and continued in that role throughout the great Oil Bust of the 1980’s. We co-owned a western wear store in Santa Fe, Texas. Bob took delight in providing people, especially kids, with their first pair of boots and custom fitting hats with his favorite West Texas crease. The economy required us to evolve into other careers, but we remained close friends. Bob was one of the kindest, most sincere friends a person could have. You could count on him to provide wise counsel, even if it was not what you wanted to hear. He cared about people but was a tenacious businessman. He built a successful steel fabrication business that carried him through to retirement. Without Bob’s friendship and guidance, I would have missed so much history and knowledge of the Texas Hill Country that I came to love. My move to Arizona in 2005 prevented us from spending time together but each phone call was so meaningful. Our last time together was only a few months ago as we were returning to Arizona. It was painful to see him struggling with physical limitations but the love and joy in being together again is a most cherished memory. Now, reflecting upon 1 Corinthians 15, we can delight in knowing he no longer is hampered in his earthly body but is raised in his spiritual body, free from pain. It gives me joy to think of him two-stepping through those pearly gates letting everyone know that “Good Ole Bob Sieker” has arrived. You are missed my dear friend.

Rick Coleman
Austin, TX
Thursday, April 13, 2023

I first met Bear serving in the Army as a fellow Mohawk pilot. He was a great friend to all who knew him. Our friendship lasted way beyond the years that we served in the military as we continued our friendship in Austin, Texas, living as neighbors in the Chevy Chase apartments. Moving forward in the following years we have kept in contact and maintained a lasting friendship over the years. Sending my deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers to the family.

Sharon Dickerson
Alvin, TX
Thursday, April 13, 2023

So sorry to hear about Bob. Great friend who boarded
his horses with me while he was in Alvin. We would
enjoy a Coca Cola as he always called then when
he came to feed the horses. Rest in peace friend.

Virginia Plumly
San Antonio, TX
Wednesday, April 12, 2023

The World has lost a wonderful human being. He’s been a lifelong friend to me. I will miss his loving nature and big smile…as everyone will.

W J Vaughan
Brackettville, TX
Wednesday, April 12, 2023

My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Bob Sieker

James rose
Austin, TX
Tuesday, April 11, 2023

We became friends in viet nam and remained so all these years. Bigger than life!

David Billeiter
Del Rio, TX
Tuesday, April 11, 2023

Sorry to hear that my friend passed. Good friends for many years and many good memories.

Sally Fawcett Powell
San Antonio, TX
Monday, April 10, 2023

Cheryl, I am so sorry to learn of Bobby’s passing away. I have fond memories of going to school together. I hope your memories will bring you comfort in the days ahead. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sally

Tim Holder
Houston, TX
Monday, April 10, 2023

A fun choir member and a great friend! I always smile when I hear, sing, or play "In This Very Room." You did it proud!

Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.

Tim Holder