Robert H Shay Sr., 93, of Montesano passed away at his home on Sept. 2, 2019, with his family at his side. He was born in Onalaska, Washington Jan. 14, 1926, to Edward and Inez Shay.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Frieda, a son, Robert Jr. and a daughter Kathy Mazzei, He is also preceded by three brothers, Harry, Chet and Don and three sisters, Jeannie, Gloria, and Patty. Robert also had a special friend, Aleta Simmons, who preceded him in death.

He is survived by his daughters: Laura (Ron) Warwick, Aberdeen, Glenda Larson, Montesano, Alison (Pete) Silvia, St. Maries, Idaho, and Danita (Leon) Rixen, Harvey, North Dakota.

Robert has 13 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and three great-great- grandchildren.

Robert worked as a truck driver and retired from Weyerhaeuser in 1988. He enjoyed working in his yard and going for drives. He also enjoyed going to the casino, car shows and car races. He was a giving man with a welcome and smile for everyone. He will be greatly missed.

A viewing will be held today from 2 to 4 p.m. at Harrison Family Mortuary, 311 West Market St., Aberdeen.

Graveside service is Friday, Sept. 6, 2019, at 1 p.m. at Wynooche Cemetery in Montesano, Washington.

Also online www.harrisonfamily­mortuary.com.