Robert Hugh "Pop" Choate, Sr.

1928 ∼ 2020

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Robert Hugh “Pop” Choate, Sr., 91, of Nederland, Texas passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2020, at The Medical Center of Southeast Texas in Port Arthur, Texas. Robert was born December 15, 1928 in Lubbock, Texas to the late J.H. and Annie Choate. Pop was a member of Faith Tabernacle Apostolic Church in Port Arthur. He served in the United States Army and was an entrepreneur throughout his life. Pop was the owner of Pops Tire Shop in Port Arthur and owned several grocery stores.

Pop was preceded in death by his parents, J.H. Choate and Annie D. Griffith Choate; 6 brothers and 5 sisters.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 51 years, Brenda Sue Choate of Nederland, TX; children, Richard Choate and his wife, Lisa of Las Vegas, NV; Robert Choate of Tucson, AZ; Walter Choate of San Diego, CA; Scott Choate of San Diego, CA; Robert Choate, Jr. and his wife, Kerri of Beaumont, TX; Anthony Choate and his wife, Stephani of Manvel, TX; Jason Choate of Beaumont, TX; and Celeste Choate of Tulsa, OK; 6 grandsons; 6 granddaughters; 4 great granddaughters; 2 great grandsons; brother, Glen Choate of Phoenix, OR.

A visitation for Pop will be held from 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m., with the service to begin at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, August 22, 2020, at Faith Tabernacle Apostolic Church in Port Arthur, Texas. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park; 4955 Pine St., Beaumont, Texas.

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Kathy Linger March 21, 2026

I didn’t see his son Stephene that I was married to that help him to achieve his liquor license at the Neptune Saloon?

Charlie November 28, 2020

Bob was a very giving soul.....and was a great boss.... You will be missed ... but always in our memories..... Rest In Peace Bob.... Love you Brenda...!! If you need anything , you know I'm here..!! Love you both..... very much.... Charlie

Ray & Ladonna Chamberlain August 20, 2020

Sis Brenda And Family, we are so sorry for the loss of your loved one, our true friend, and brother in Christ. Beyond a doubt he loved his family and church family. God only knows how many visitors he introduced to Christ by bringing them to the house of God. We already miss that hug and pat on the back and his expression of love and appreciation for us both. Rest in peace until we meet again, Bro. Bob. Love & Prayers to the Family.

Betty Boyd August 19, 2020

Sis Brenda, the Boyd’s loved Bro Bob! He was always patting us on the back, during Bro Boyds sickness he was always very kind to my husband! I definitely know what you’re feeling right now, your heart is breaking! You and your family are in my prayers for that peace that passeth all understanding! Love you bunches Sis Brenda . :cry::cry::pray::pray::pray:

Melancon'S Funeral Home August 19, 2020

Melancon's Funeral Home created a Tribute Video in memory of Robert Hugh "Pop" Choate, Sr.

Melinda Buller August 18, 2020

We will surely miss Bro Bob. Such a vivid personality who was always there with a smile a helping hand or a little joke to tease you with. He loved his salvation and loved to share it! He so enjoyed holding those great granddaughters in church!! Sis Brenda our lives were blessed to have been his friend. Our love and prayers to you and the family :hearts: