Robert Lee McGaughey

Robert Lee McGaughey, 83, long-time resident of Keller, Texas, passed from his earthly life to his eternal home on Friday, May 1, 2026 after a lengthy illness.

Robert was born on March 1, 1943. He attended and graduated from South Houston High School; then attended Texas A&M University and was a member of the Corps of Cadets. He graduated with his Bachelor of Science degree in 1965 and Master of Science in 1967. He served two years as a First Lieutenant at the Natick Labs in Massachusetts. Following his military service, Robert spent his career at IBM, retiring after 25 years. He also taught math and computer sciences at several colleges and universities throughout his life.

Robert’s church family for 37 years has been Keller Church of Christ. He was a dedicated follower of Jesus Christ his entire life. He was unashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and enjoyed teaching Bible classes and was always happy for the opportunity to share the message of salvation with others.

Robert is survived by his wife of 63 years, Virginia, who dedicated herself to his care during the many years of his illness. Robert and Virginia were blessed with three children—Michael (Rhonda) McGaughey, Daniel McGaughey, and Jan (Stephen) Black. Grandchildren are Jonathon Travis McGaughey, Rachel (Adam) Leeker, Megan (Jonathan) Scharfman, and Cate McGaughey; Zachary (Kristina) McGaughey; Brylee Black and Bradyn (Jadin) Black; Madison (Roman) Aldaiz and Mackenzie (Alex) Selby. Great-grandchildren are Travis James ‘TJ’ Leeker, Chloe Aldaiz, Parker Selby, and Nia Moses.

Robert’s and Virginia’s extended family includes brothers, sisters, and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Hugh (Mac) and Lois McGaughey; his brother, Richard McGaughey; and his grandson, Jonathon Travis McGaughey.

A celebration of life and home-going will be held at Keller Church of Christ on Saturday, May 16, 2026 beginning at 10:00 a.m. Graveside ceremony will be at the Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery, 2000 Mountain Creek Parkway, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:30 a.m.

The family wishes to thank Keller Church of Christ for the many years of love and fellowship; and the caregivers at Heritage House of Keller and the hospice team from Solaris Hospice for their care and kindness toward Robert during the last three years.

“Well done, good and faithful servant … enter into the joy of your Master.” (Matthew 25:21-23)

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Heritage Christian University or Brown Trail School of Preaching.