Robert Richard Autrey, 75, of Galveston, passed away Friday, March 27, 2015, at UTMB Hospital. He was born January 25, 1940 in Galveston, to John and Katherine Autrey. He lived with his parents and sisters, Daisy, Kathryn, and Florence in Galveston and graduated from Ball High School. Robert worked for many years as a longshoreman with ILA Local 20 and enjoyed fishing whenever he got the chance.
Robert was preceded in death by his daughter, Debra Ann Autrey, and his wife of 57 years, Helen “Snooky” Autrey.
He is survived by his daughters, Bobbie Jean Guyton and husband, Roger; and Winnifred Jo Andersen; grandchildren: Kristen Garcia, Chad Halcumb and Nicole, Richard Dricks, and Austin Andersen; great grandchildren: Alexa, Romie, and Valerie; and numerous other relatives and friends.
Robert’s family will receive visitors beginning at 5:00 pm, Tuesday, April 7th, at Malloy & Son Funeral Home. A funeral service will conclude the evening at 6:30 pm at the funeral home.