HORATH, Bob Lee

The Daily Courier, Prescott, Arizona, Sunday, September 08, 2014 Bob Lee Horath of Camp Verde, Ariz., passed away at home on Sept. 2, 2014. He was born on June 24, 1938, in Oklahoma, the son of Oscar (Jack) and Alice Horath. He was raised and received his education in Enid. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and served for 10 years before his Honorable Discharge. While in the service Bob was stationed in Goodyear, where he was united in marriage to Holly (Conaway) Horath in 1959. Following his discharge, his family moved to Phoenix in 1966, and he began working for the Phoenix Police Department. Bob worked as a patrolman for four years, a detective for two years, and later as a bomb technician for 24 years until his retirement in 1996. Following his retirement, they moved to Camp Verde, where Bob spent his time as a competitive shooter and teaching CCW classes as well as general gun safety classes until 2010. During his life, he enjoyed shooting in firearm competitions, panning for gold in Yarnell and fishing. He also enjoyed riding motorcycles, which he did until he was well into his 60s. He also enjoyed spending time at his home with Holly that was built by family and friends. Bob was a member of the Sun Dog Shooters as well as a lifetime member of the Prescott Action Shooters. He took pride in bringing together shooters from Camp Verde. He is preceded in death by his parents and his son, Douglas Horath. Survivors include Holly, his best friend and wife of 55 years; his two children, Teresa and Stephen; his eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Donations may be made to Hospice Compassus in Bob's memory. Visit www.buelerfamilyfuneralhome.com to leave your condolences for the family. Information provided by survivors.