Robert Trail

I N L OVING M EMORY OF

May 31, 1951 — July 13, 2023

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And he said unto Jesus Lord remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom. And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, Today shalt thou be with me in paradise . ~ Luke 23:42-43 R OBERT P ETER T RAIL was born on May 31, 1951 in Lafayette, Louisiana to the parents of Aaron and Lelia (Nero) Trail. He attended W. W. Stewart Elementary School and graduated from Charles Drew High School. After graduating from High School, he owned the seas in the United States Navy. After four years of serving his country, he trained to become a Dallas Firefighter. Robert served the City of Dallas Fire-Rescue for 32.5 years until his retirement in 2014 from Station 26. During his decades of service, he was an active member of the Black Fire Fighters Association. Robert also served on the Dallas Fire Rescuer Honor Guard from April 11, 2016, though the time of his homegoing. Robert’s genuine spirit has touched the lives of many, and he will forever be in our hearts. He was truly an anchor and a special gem in our family. He has blessed us with his witty personality, wisdom and unconditional love and support. He will be remembered for his generous heart, love for his family and a laugh that would brighten any day.

He was preceded in death by his father, Aaron Trail Sr., mother, Lelia (Nero) Trail and brother, James Nelson Trail.

He leaves to cherish his memories: his wife, Bernadette (Dade) Trail; daughter, Zoria Alexandra Trail; his siblings, Aaron Trail Jr., Joseph Raymond Trail, John Delver Trail, Mary Renella Trail, Herman William Trail, Nettie Ann Trail; god-children, Erica Keeling, Malcolm Jacobi Trail, Andrea Keeling, Elton Royce Aaron Dancer, Gianni Gabriel Dancer.

He was baptized into the Catholic faith as an infant and accepted Jesus Christ into his life at a very young child and remained devout.

My Dearest Rob.. We have had such an amazing journey together and I must say, I would not trade it for the world. You were a constant source of good sprinkled with unpredictable moments. From the day we met till this day when I must say goodbye, you have given me a thousand reasons to be grateful to God. I can’t imagine getting married to someone other than you. I love you and I miss you dearly. I wi alway lov yo, You Lovin Wif, Ben Dad, I love you more than any words can ever express. There was not a single part of my life that you were not a part of. Every game and practice, class trips, every recital, every play, every awards ceremony, every special moment of my life; you were there. You showed me through the time you spent with me how special I really was to you. You taught me lessons and gave me wisdom that I would not have gained if it weren’t for you. Even when I didn’t want to hear it or thought I knew better, you still led me and made sure I knew and did what was right. You did all you could and gave me everything I could have wanted and needed; sometimes just so you could see a smile on my face or hear me laugh. I will miss our private conversations and moments the most. I will miss your face, your hugs, your laugh, your smile, the way you answer my phone calls, and many other traits that made you who you were. I am forever grateful that God selected you to be my Dad. I know that you are waiting and that our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ will keep me and Mom until we are all joined together again. I will miss you and cherish our memories forever. You still are and forever will be my buddy. You Baby Girl, Zoria To my brother and friend, you were always the adventurous one, leading the way. Growing up during hard times made it so easy to enjoy the best of times. You may be gone physically, but you will always be in my heart. I WiLov Yo Alway, Neie Robert, our brother and our friend. We have spent many many years together and have been through so much together. We thank God he made you our brother and we know you fought so hard to the very end. I hope you know how much we already miss you and how much we love you. I Lov Yo, Renea My loving Uncle Robert with the amazing smile, thank you for always being unapologetically YOU! Thank you for giving me guidance whenever I needed your advice and even those times when I didn't even ask for it :-) You really set a great example for us to follow on becoming amazing humans from your career but mostly in how you lived your entire life. We have been blessed beyond measure to have been able to share your short time here on Earth. We will always cherish the wonderful memories and thousands of hilarious moments that you have given us. Thank you for always picking me up, dusting me off, telling me what I need to hear and pointing me in the right direction. It is because of you, Aunty B and Zoria that Gianni, Elton and I always knew unconditional love. Thank you for taking us under your wings and keeping us safe. I know you will continue to do the same until we meet again. We love you Buckaroo! Lov yo alway, Gin, Eo an Gianni Robert, Those special memories of you will always bring a smile, if only we could have you back for just a little while. Then we could sit and talk and laugh and fellowship again just like we used to. You always meant the world to us, and always will. The fact that you’re no longer here will always cause pain, but you’re forever in our hearts until we meet again. So let this be a loving reminder that someone we love is not here today. Someone our hearts will hold on to. Someone who made life so special for everyone who’s gathered here today, Someone who won’t be forgotten but cherished from year to year. And as we fondly recall how dearly we loved him; he loved us all with all his heart. Lov, Doroy, Mitc, Elandr an Toni

Tibute t Robert

M ISS M E B UT L ET M E G O When I come to the end of the road And the sun has set for me I want no rites in a gloom-filled room Why cry for a soul set free? Miss me a little-but not too long And not with your head bowed low Remember the love that we once shared Miss me-but let me go For this is a journey that we all must take And each must go alone. It's all part of the Master's plan A step on the road to home When you are lonely and sick of heart Go to the friends we know And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds Miss me but let me go .

Funeral Mass Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at 11:00 AM H OLY C ROSS C ATHOLIC C HURCH 4910 Bonnie View Rd. | Dallas, Texas 75241-1601 Father Tim Gallob |Officiant

Prelude

Piano—Instrumental

Processional

Song

“I Give Myself Away”

Opening Prayer

Father Tim Gallob

First Reading

Old Testament—Psalm 139:1-7, 13 &14

Isaac Bob

Responsorial Psalm

Psalm 23

Second Reading

New Testament—II Corinthians 5:5-6,& 8

Isaac Bob

Gospel Acclamation

“Taste & See”

Gospel Reading

Deacon

Homily

Father Tim Gallob

Prayers of the Faithful

Deacon

Song of Farewell

“Here I Am Lord”

Before dismissal, there is to be an alarm bell service by the Dallas Fire Department.

Family an Fiend Memories

Acknowledgement

Th Family