Robert B. Hatch

Robert Hatch, aged 85, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024. He was a beloved companion, father, grandfather and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Please take a moment and share a kind thought or memory with Robert’s family at www.andersonbethany.com. There will be a Viewing at Anderson Bethany Funeral Home and Crematory on Monday, December 2, 2024, from 8 am to 10 am, with a Funeral Service to follow at 10 am. Interment will follow at McBride Cemetery with Military Honors. Ed Myers will be officiating. Robert was born on February 20, 1939, in Lake Arthur, NM where he spent his formative years. He went on to enlist in the Army where he achieved the rank of Staff Seargent and received multiple commendations for marksmanship during his service. He would go on to pursue a profession in Farming from 1961 to 1971. He later developed skills in welding with which he would end his professional career from 1971 to 2011. Throughout his career, he was known for his hard work, dedication, and passion for helping others. But more than anything, Robert was a devoted family man. He loved spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, sharing stories, four-wheeling and spending time outdoors. He was always there to offer guidance, support, and encouragement, no matter what challenges they faced. In his free time, Robert enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, riding his four-wheeler, shooting his guns, reloading ammunition, waterskiing and being outdoors. He was also a contributor to the Roswell Roundabout Races. He was always eager to share his knowledge and enthusiasm with others. Robert is preceded in death by his parents: Andrew Bascom Hatch and Cassie Beatrice Hatch; brothers: Leroy Hatch, James Pete Hatch, Donald Hatch, and Horace Hatch; sisters: Dorothey Hatch, and Adelia Hatch Smith; daughter, Jacqueline Johnson. Robert is survived by loving companion, Linda Ferguson; children: Emmitt Hatch and wife Monica Hatch and Cheryle Peralta Keller and husband Troy Keller; 7 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; as well as his life-long friends: Rick Spurrier and Jim Mangum. His memory will be cherished by all who knew him. Pallbearers will be Aj Peralta, Jeremy Johnson, Nick Moody, Darrell Johnson, George Briceno, Billy Paul Stephen and Robert Flores. Honorary Pallbearers will be Rick Spurrier and Jim Mangum. Robert’s tribute was lovingly written by his family.

Robert B. Hatch

February 20, 1939 - November 22, 2024