Robert Baldree of Houston, Texas, passed away peacefully Sunday at age 79 with family by his side.

Bob was an avid golfer, and he loved people.

He was a self-made carpenter and investor.

He is survived by his wife, Henribee "Bee" Baldree, of 53 years. He was the loving father of Mark Baldree, Julie Baldree and her partner, Heidi Toole, Alan Baldree and his wife, Margaret, Patti Keeney and her husband, Arthur, and Lisa Sackett; and his sister, Peggy Schwartz and her husband, Tony. He had 10 beautiful grandchildren.

Everyone loved his smile, and he had a kind word for all. He will be forever carried in the hearts of many.

<B>BALDREE</B> — Friends of Robert Baldree, who died Sunday, April 27, 2008, will be received from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the family home in Houston.If desired, in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of Austin, 4107 Spicewood Springs Road, Suite 100, Austin, TX 78759.