Robert Leon Minnick, June 12, 1931 – April 7, 2025. It is with a heavy heart and regrets that we announce the passing of our beloved father and grandfather Robert Leon Minnick. His smart wit, dry sense of humor, big warm heart and generous spirit will forever be missed.
Robert Leon Minnick was born June 12, 1931 in Iraan, Texas to the proud parents of J. R. and Ann Minnick.
Robert grew up in Iraan, Texas. He graduated from Iraan High School in the Spring of 1949. Later after his eighteenth birthday, He joined the U.S. Army and proudly served his country during the Korean War.
Robert was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Patsy Ruth Minnick, his father, J. R. Minnick, his mother, Ann Minnick and his brother Raymond Minnick. He is survived by his sons, Tommy Dale Minnick and wife Marsha, Michael Lynn Minnick and wife Deborah, James Ralph Minnick and wife Kimberly; granddaughter Kandice Minnick, grandson Sean Minnick and wife Christina Minnick, granddaughter Enjoli Knisley and husband Adam, granddaughter Katherine Taylor and husband Doug, grandson Kevin Minnick, granddaughter Heather Self, great granddaughter, Kodi Lamb, great grandson Luke Taylor, great grandson Austin Taylor, great granddaughter Madison Minnick, great granddaughter Margot Taylor, great granddaughter Piper Knisley, great granddaughter Palmer Knisley; his brother, Terry Minnick and wife Lisa as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and lifelong friends.
Robert enjoyed golfing especially with his brother, Terry. He was a jack of all trades and would tackle any mechanical or constructive project, traits that he would pass on to his three sons. He also loved riding and tinkering with his cars and motorcycles. He was a music lover with Country being his genre of choice. He was an accomplished singer, guitar and bass player, playing gigs with fellow musicians in the Grants and Albuquerque area. After joining the Mine Supply Co. in Carlsbad in the fifties, he brought his family to Albuquerque and then on to Grants, New Mexico as a Sales Rep. servicing the Uranium mining industry. He was very successful after finding his niche providing unsurpassed customer service to his mining clientele. He would spend over 25 years in the mining supply business, working with several different companies before opening his own, The Mine Equipment Co. After the Uranium mining downturn of the late 80's, he returned to his Texas roots.
The love, respect and friendship between Robert and Patsy was very special, the kind most only wish for. He was always ready to lend a helping hand to any friend or neighbor in need. Robert cherished his time together with family and friends.
Robert had an untouchable zest for life. He never met a stranger and had a way of making everyone in his presence feel special and heard. Life for many of us will never be the same without this wonderful man in it... But to have been lucky enough to have this angel on earth with us as long as we did; has been a true blessing. This is not goodbye; it’s until we see each other again. Until then we will carry you in our hearts and will keep your memory alive every day. You’re so loved Pop, Dad, Grandpa and Bob and will be missed more than words could ever say.