Robert Jules Vidrine

Born: January 14, 1945 Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona

Died: September 13, 2021 Waco, McLennan County, Texas

Son of: Kirby Lee and Carrie Litton Vidrine

The angels in Heaven welcomed Robert J. Vidrine, 76, of Waco, Texas, when he passed away peacefully, richly loved, on Monday, September 13, 2021.

A private interment will be held at China Spring Cemetery under the direction of Lake Shore Funeral Home, Waco, Texas.

Robert was born January 14, 1945, in Phoenix, Arizona, to Kirby Lee and Carrie B. Vidrine. Although Robert lived in multiple states in his lifetime, Waco, Texas, was where he called home since 1970. Robert was retired from the hospitality and tourism industry. He held integrity for what was ethical, compassion for what was humane, joy for what was humorous, noble for what was just, and passion for all of the things that mattered most including family, friendship, and nature.

Robert never met a stranger and he sparked a conversation with delight. Sometimes, he was referred to as a gentle giant or lumberjack because of his mighty strength and physical demeanor. He was a kind soul who loved being outdoors and panning for gold in New Mexico, Colorado and the Llano River in Texas. He was known to many as a gregarious humanitarian who enjoyed politics, justice and democracy. He will be dearly missed by family and friends.

Mr. Vidrine was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Jerry M. Vidrine.

Survivors include his sister, brother and wife, two nieces, a great-nephew, and a great-niece.