Robert R. Annis, 90, passed away January 13, just two days after celebrating his birthday.
He was born January 11, 1936, to Lawrence Earl “Bill” and Pauline Frances (Binney) Annis, in Garden City, Kan. He spent his entire life rooted in Grant County.
Robert was raised with strong values of hard work, service, and community. He graduated from Grant County Rural High School and continued his education at Colorado A&M and Fort Hays State University.
He proudly served his country in the United States Army until 1964, when he was honorably discharged.
Robert dedicated much of his life to agriculture. He farmed until 1982, after which he continued serving the community through his work at Grant County Implement. He also worked for the Ulysses Co-op in the fertilizer department, where he was known for his knowledge of the land and the people who worked it.
Robert married his beloved wife, Carol McCarty, July 14, 1961, in Garden City, Kan. Their marriage was one of enduring love and partnership.
Robert was a proud member of the Masonic Lodge for 68 years and attained the distinguished honor of a 33rd Degree Mason, reflecting his deep commitment and fellowship. He was also a devoted member of Shelton Memorial Christian Church, where he served faithfully and was honored as an Elder Emeritus.
In his free time, Robert enjoyed golfing and reading and had a natural gift for storytelling - often enriched by his deep knowledge and love of Grant County history.
He is survived by his wife, Carol; sons: Jay and wife, Pam, Annis, Beaty and wife, Sherry, Annis all of Ulysses; daughter, Andra Moody, Hutchinson; six grandchildren: Brett, Cody, Brynden, Tate, Rachel and Garrett; and eight great-grandchildren: Emmie, Corbin, Avery, Jayci, Emerson, Jett, Camdyn and Kayce.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Pauline Annis.
Visitation was 2-8 p.m., January 16, at Garnand Funeral Home.
Funeral Service was at 10 a.m., Saturday, January 17, at Shelton Memorial Christian Church, Ulysses, with Reverend Casey Chapman officiating.
Interment followed at Ulysses Cemetery with Military Rites conducted by Dexter D. Harbour American Legion Post #79 and Masonic Rites conducted by Masonic Lodge #435.
Memorials may be given to Shelton Memorial Christian Church in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave., Ulysses, Kansas 67880.
Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.
