April 14, 1933 – October 2, 2025
In Loving Memory of Bobby Frank McGhee
With full hearts and deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we announce the passing of Bobby Frank McGhee on Thursday, October 2nd, at the age of 92. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and dear friend, Bobby brought warmth and strength to all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Born and raised in Alexander City, Alabama, Bobby carried the values of hard work, loyalty, and kindness throughout his life. He went to Sylacauga High School and, in his senior year, proudly enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1951. He served his country, a time he spoke of with pride and quiet humility. After his military service, Bobby pursued higher education at Auburn University, studying mechanical engineering.
It was during these formative years that he married the love of his life and high school sweetheart, Reda Ann McGhee. Together, they built a life rooted in devotion and shared dreams. During college, Bobby discovered his love for flying private planes, often whisking Reda and close friends away on spontaneous getaways—from the mountains of Colorado to the beaches of the Bahamas.
Bobby spent over 30 years with Schlumberger, starting his career working on oil rigs and eventually rising to the position of Marketing Manager of Southern Territories. His work took him and his family across the South, in places like New Orleans, New Algiers, and Houma, Louisiana, and later Houston, Corpus Christi, and Plano, Texas. No matter where they lived, Bobby’s strong presence made every house a home.
After retiring early at 54, Bobby returned to his Alabama roots to pursue a dream—pecan farming. With determination and a farmer’s heart, he cleared the land himself, planted young trees, and built both a thriving orchard—named Pecanderosa—and the home which he built with his own two hands. Farming brought him deep peace and purpose, and in 2017, his daughter Cindy joined him, learning the trade and sharing the vision of preserving the family legacy.
In his later years, Bobby enjoyed the simple pleasures of life: watching westerns and telling stories filled with wisdom, humor, and history. He was a gentle soul with a strong work ethic, a kind heart, and love for his family.
A celebration of Bobby’s life will be held on Sunday, November 2nd, at 2:00 p.m. at Liberty City Methodist Church, located at 5607 Tallapoosa St. in Notasulga, AL. All who knew and loved him are welcome.
Bobby is preceded by his parents, James Clifford McGhee and Verna Sue McGhee, as well as his siblings, Lifford Fuller and Sue Parnell. He is survived by his daughters: Valorie Brunson (Wayne), Cynthia McGhee-Frankhouser, and Rachel McGhee; his grandchildren: Zach Brunson (Kai), Jessica Brunson (Bobby), Lauren Megrelis (Owen), and Delaney Frankhouser; and his great-grandchild, Dazen Brunson.
Bobby’s legacy is one of love, laughter, and perseverance. It lives on in his family, in every tree at Pecanderosa, and in the lives he touched with his spirit. He will be missed deeply, remembered fondly, and loved always.
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