Robert Jay "Bob" Myrick

Robert Jay “Bob” Myrick, 88, of Topeka passed away December 24, 2016 at Midland Care.

He was born May 21, 1928 in Topeka Kansas, the son of Merle and Beulah (Snapp) Myrick.  On November 29, 1951, Robert and Mary “Betty” married in Fayetteville, AR.  Together they had eight children.  Betty preceded him in death on June 23, 1998. 

Robert joined the Navy at a young age.  He served during WWII.  Robert enjoyed working on cars, driving race cars, playing cards, raising pigeons and was an animal lover.  He was a truck driver for many years.  Robert also managed and operated Bob’s Conoco.  “I wouldn’t have it any other way.”  Robert Jay “Bob” Myrick.

He is survived by his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchild.

Robert will lie in-state from 2 - 8 pm, Monday, January 2nd at Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home.  A funeral service will be at 12 pm, Tuesday, at the funeral home.  Interment will follow at Mount Calvary.  Memorial contributions may be made to Midland Care, 200 SW Frazier, Topeka, KS 66606, sent in care of Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, 800 SW 6th Avenue, Topeka, KS 66603.