He attended West End Elementary School and graduated from Taylor High School. Bob got his civil engineering degree from the University of Texas at Austin and immediately went to work for the Texas Department of Transportation.

After more than 30 years, he retired from TxDOT and pursued a very active life. He was an avid runner and bicyclist. Not only had Bob been a marathon runner, but he also supported friends by running in ultra-marathons. He participated in competitive bicycle races and in the last few years continued to participate in four of the major Texas rides. In addition, he was always working on projects, ranging from renovating the house he grew up in to working on classic sport cars. In later years, he became a passionate genealogist doing research into his Czech roots and was working on a book with his brother, Dennis Kovar He was a kind-hearted and generous man who had strong feelings for his family, made friends easily and maintained friendships over decades. In addition to his brother and sister-in-law Mary (Bishop) Kovar, survivors include nephews David Kovar and Michael Kovar; niece Diane Kovar; great-nieces Courtney, Elizabeth, Katherine and Maria Kovar; and greatnephews Andrew, Simon and Samuel Kovar.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

A visitation and memorial service were Friday, Aug. 23, at Taylor Brethren Church.

In lieu of flowers, donate to a charity of choice in Robert’s name.

Arrangements are by Providence Funeral Home, 807 Carlos Parker Blvd. N.W., Taylor.