Robert McIntosh Cazort

Robert McIntosh Cazort died peacefully at his home in San Antonio, Texas on Thursday, April 5, 2012. Bob was born July 9, 1933 in Lamar, Ark., to Willie Mae McIntosh Cazort, the daughter of a circuit-riding Methodist Minister, and John Guy Cazort, a southern Planter. His parents preceded him in death. The baby of a large close-knit family, Bob adored his four siblings: John Guy Cazort, Jr., Jane McIntosh Cazort, Ann Wight Cazort Hardy, and Fred Richardson Cazort. His life also was enriched by an extended family of aunts, uncles and cousins. Bob is survived by his beloved son Allen McIntosh Cazort and companion Molly Kelly of Austin, Texas; his cherished daughter, Cynthia Cazort Collins and son-in-law Taylor Collins, and precious granddaughters Julia Tate Collins and Chloe Taylor Collins, all of San Antonio. Siblings who survive him are Jane Cazort of Little Rock, Ark., Ann Cazort Hardy of Columbus, Miss. and Fred Cazort of Knoxville, Tenn., their families, and numerous other cousins, nieces and nephews. Additional survivors include the mother of his children Marilyn Eldridge, Ramona Zamora and Luis Rodriguez of San Antonio, and his faithful canine friend Butter. Bob attended Central High School in Little Rock and graduated from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville where he was a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity. He worked in Dallas and Houston for Alcoa Aluminum, International Business Machines and Bauer Aluminum before moving to San Antonio in 1969 and founding Component Sales Company. He spent the balance of his career in international sales of building materials. A talented athlete, confirmed Razorback, inveterate traveler and dedicated outdoorsman, Bob especially enjoyed ranching in Central Texas, hunting in South Texas and fishing in Belize with family and friends. His family is grateful to Edwin Whitney, Md. and Magdalena Traudt, MD for their devoted care and concern during Bob's extended illness. Memorial contributions may be made in Bob's name to "MOST", Motivate Our Students Texas, Inc., c/o Dr. Edwin Whitney, 1933 NE Loop 410, San Antonio, Texas, 78217, or to the charity of one's choice. In accordance with Bob's wishes, a celebration of his life will be held at a later date in lieu of a funeral service. You are invited to sign the guestbook at www.porterloring.com.