Robert "Bob" Cecil Halbert

Robert "Bob" Cecil Halbert, age 82 of Vernal, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024. Bob was a man that lived a life full of service towards others. Bob was born on 8-10-42 in Texas, to Cecil and Juanita Halbert. Bob was the oldest of 3 brothers, Bob, Ron,& Terry Lee. Cecil Halbert, Bob's dad, passed when Bob was 12. Juanita moved her family to Colorado, where she met Paul Weaver. Paul had a daughter named Barbara, who became an older 1/2 sister to the Halbert boys. Bob never looked at Paul as a stepdad. Paul was a father to Bob until Paul's passing. Bob graduated high school from Newcastle in 1960. The day after graduation, Bob left to go serve in the Navy. Bob served his naval tour in Hawaii, until 1963. It was there, Bob discovered two of his greatest passions, playing the guitar and riding motorcycles . Two things he carried with him throughout his lifetime. After completing his service in the Navy, Bob returned to Newcastle Colorado. While there, Bob worked at basic chemical and then at a local lumberyard. It was during this time, Bob formed a relationship with Nancy R. Martin. Bob and Nancy were married on 6-27-64. Bob and Nancy raised two children, Terresa and Bobby Halbert. In 1965, while working at the lumberyard, Bob was coerced into applying for a policeman position with the Glenwood Springs Police Department. Bob was hired and began a long and distinguished career in law enforcement. Bob's law enforcement career began as a patrolman. He excelled in law enforcement, which subsequently rewarded him with promotions to Sergeant, detective, and in 1974 as chief of police and director of public safety. Bob served that position for 18 years until he retired from the Glenwood Springs police department in 1992. (Note-during this time, Bob played lead guitar with a few different bands on weekends at bars, restaurants, and special events.) After retiring, Bob and Nancy moved to Vernal, Utah. While living in Vernal Bob worked as a long haul truck driver, delivering goods all across the USA for several years. After performing a job that kept him away from home, Bob took a job as a school bus driver for the Uintah School District. Bob worked that job for over five years. Bob loved that job and the kids he transported! (Note- Bob continued playing lead guitar during his time in Vernal for a couple more bands.) Bob retired from the school district to enjoy his time at home. All the while, continuing playing guitar and performing music for the enjoyment of others. Bob was preceded in death by his Dad-Cecil Halbert, Mom-Juanita Weaver, Daughter-Terresa Halbert, Stepdad-Paul Weaver, Brother-Ron Halbert, Brother-Terry Halbert, Brother-Gary Degarmo Bob is survived by, Wife-Nancy Halbert, Son-Bob Halbert, Daughter-in-law-Brenda Halbert Grandsons-David Shuster, Justin Halbert, Jordan Halbert, Christian Halbert Grand daughter-Dawn Hernandez Great Grandkids-aiden Halbert, Katie Shuster, tori Shuster, Sadie Shuster, Quintin Shuster, Andrew Shuster, & Lily Hernandez. Bob will be missed by many and thank-you for your service! Bob's wishes were to be cremated and interred with his daughter in the Highlanand Cemetery in New Castle, Colorado. Graveside services will be held June 27, 2025 in the Highland Cemetery 1009 Clubhouse Drive New Castle, CO. Arrangements under the direction of the Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral Home.