Robert Weldon Yarbrough, 73, passed into the joy of his Lord on October 1, 2026, three days short of his 74th birthday, which he was to spend with his family he loved so much. A man of quiet generosity, deep faith, and a true steward of the land who led by example, Robert lived a life measured not by what he kept, but by what he built and shared with others.

Born at Baylor University Hospital in Dallas, Texas, on October 4, 1952, to Raymond Patrick Yarbrough and Mary M. Shurtleff Yarbrough, Robert grew up in Garland, Texas, alongside his two sisters, Sherry and Sue. He graduated from South Garland High School, where he excelled in football and track, making many lifelong friends along the way, including his best friend Mark Flanery. Following graduation, Robert served honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, stationed at Fort Polk, Louisiana. Upon completion of his service, Robert attended and graduated from Stephen F. Austin University in Nacogdoches.

After returning to Garland, Robert reconnected with a long-time friend from home, Allison Ann Adams, and her daughter, Carrie Ann. They began courting, and they were married one year later at the Church of the Holy Comforter in Cleburne, Texas. Robert, Allison, and Carrie soon welcomed Joshua Robert Yarbrough into their growing family, eventually moving to Prosper, Texas. Robert and Allison later divorced, and Robert split time between Prosper and Cedar Creek Lake while working for the Bishop family. A career opportunity with the Blumenthals soon took him and his son from Texas to Purcell, Oklahoma, where Robert remained until returning to Dallas to finish out the last years of his automotive career with Bishop’s, retiring in 2025 at 72 years of age.

Robert poured his heart and energy into the many companies he helped build and lead, working as a dedicated general manager and entrepreneur. That same drive and determination carried over into his passion for agriculture as he built Y2 Wagyu alongside his son Joshua—amassing deep knowledge and expertise in the Wagyu and Akaushi industries that he freely shared with others. What began as a dedication to raising premier cattle quickly became one of his greatest ministries. Deeply committed to serving his neighbors in need, Robert took immense pride in quietly donating beef to those in need in his community. Whether he was checking pastures in Becker, spending quiet mornings by the water of Cedar Creek Lake, playing a round of golf, raising cattle and horses, or sharing a meal with Joshua and Amanda, he found his deepest contentment outdoors and surrounded by those he loved.

Robert was taken home to rest in Christ while fulfilling his personal call to Matthew 25. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary M. Hammer, and father, Raymond Patrick Yarbrough. He leaves behind a legacy of faith and devotion in his son, Joshua Robert Yarbrough; daughter-in-law, Amanda Mayo; his adopted daughter, Carrie Ann Harris; his sisters, Sherry Ross Yarbrough and Sue Thompson; and his stepfather, Hayden Hammer. He is also survived by many of his work family at Bishop’s and all who were blessed by his friendship and generosity.

A Burial Office and Holy Eucharist celebrating Robert’s life will be held on Friday, October 30, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 848 Harter Road, Dallas, Texas 75218, followed by a reception at the Parish Hall.

In lieu of flowers, the family invites memorial contributions to be made to your local food bank, St. John’s Episcopal Church, St. James on the Lake Episcopal Church, or the Diocese of Dallas in an effort to help those less fortunate and hungry.