of Conway, AR
October 29, 1943 - May 29, 2022
We are sad to announce the passing of Robert Warren Hapner, born October 29, 1943 in Elkhart, Indiana. He died in his home in Conway, Arkansas on Sunday, May 29 surrounded by his loving family.
Robert graduated from high school in Elkhart, Indiana. He worked in Information Technology from its inception for many years. He then served as the local Director of Habitat for Humanity until retirement.
Robert was an active member of his church and community. He was active in The Conway Men's Chorus, Studebaker Driver's Club of Arkansas and Men of Faith. He was passionate about his Catholic faith, family, Theology of the Body, Studebaker cars, history (especially WW2), camping and nature, cooking international cuisine and music (especially big band, classical S and 70s rock). His strong faith and intellectual curiosity led him to constantly try to improve himself.
He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He leaves behind his wife of 48 years, Pamela; his children, Robert, Evan, Erin, Christian and Caryn; and 8 grandchildren. He will be sorely missed.
A funeral mass is scheduled for 10:00 am on Thursday June 2 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Conway, AR. The mass will be preceded by a rosary at 9:30 am.
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4 Condolence(s)
Becky Thornton
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was such a nice, caring and talented man. I feel your heart!
James Luyet
Wednesday, June 1, 2022
May perpetual light shine upon Bob O Lord. May he Rest In Peace.
Sebastian Hapner
Tuesday, May 31, 2022
I will miss my Grandpa Bob with all my heart. I wasn't fortunate enough to spend a lengthy amount of time with him but the times I did spend were always amazing. Between going down to Arkansas to see him or him coming back up to Elkhart, I never failed to have a good time. I will miss him so much and I will always remember the time I was fortunate enough to spend with him. I love you Grandpa. I'm looking forward to the day I get to see you in Heaven and crack another joke or have another philosophical conversation. I'll miss you until that time but I know you're in a better place now. I'll never forget the times we spent together. Love you.
Gabriel Ferrer
Tuesday, May 31, 2022
Bob was one of my favorite people, one of the first people we got to know when we moved to Conway and began attending St. Joseph. I got to know him well in our study of John Paul II's Theology of the Body. I remain grateful for his insights and his witness. I am deeply saddened at his passing.