Ira Lee Pool

Ira Lee Pool, 74, went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, March 7, 2018 in San Angelo surrounded with love from family and each of his grandchildren, whom he loved fiercely, and friends. Memorial services will be 11:00 AM Saturday, March 10, 2018, at College Hills Baptist Church with Pastor Lakan Mariano, officiating. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home. Mr. Pool was born October 10, 1943 in Hearne, Texas to Ira Hubert and Willie Mae Pool. Ira moved to San Angelo with his family at the age of 8, and though he suffered from Rheumatic Fever during his senior year of high school, Ira persevered and graduated from San Angelo Central High School in 1962. After a long period of recovery, Ira returned to school at American Commercial College and went on to graduate with a degree in finance. On December 29, 1972, he married Kandi Clifton with whom he celebrated 45 years of marriage in 2017. Together they had two children; daughter, Jamie Gayle Pool and son, Ryan Lee Pool. Ira worked for a local refrigeration company for nearly 25 years, after which he became the payroll administrator for the city of San Angelo until his retirement in 2003. After retiring, Ira's hard work continued as he took on part time jobs with various companies such as Adult Daycare, San Angelo ISD and Executive Courier. Ira's dedication and work ethic also extended into many areas of his life outside of the office. As a member of College Hills Baptist Church, Ira spent many years serving through AWANA's and the Adult Choir. He coached for the San Angelo Soccer Association for 22 years, he was a coach for the Western Little League for 14 years and he served on the board of directors of both organizations. Ira was dedicated to all of his positions, both professional and personal. There was no job that he was prouder of and dedicated to than his job as grandfather to 11 grandchildren and 1 great grandson. Whether the job required teaching them to ride a bike, coaching their soccer team, playing hide-n-go-seek or introducing them to Texas history at his favorite Bob Bullock Museum in Austin, Ira never missed an opportunity to spend time with, talk about, or love his grandchildren. They are his legacy. Ira was preceded in death by his parents, his sister and brother-in-law, Sylvia and Jon Parks. Survivors include his wife Kandi; a daughter, Jamie; son, Ryan and wife Annette; 11 grandchildren: Allye Potter, Kamden Potter, Kullen Potter, Sarah Pool, Maya Pool, Benjamin Pool, Boden Pool, Natalie Pool, Gage Pool, Jacey Pool and Caellum Pool; and 1 great grandson, Elijah Potter. Ira's 7 grandsons will serve as his honorary pallbearers. The family would like to extend a special "thank you" to Dr. Alcocer, Dr. Hubble, Dr. Daniels at Shannon ER, Dr. Hitchcock in Palliative Care, Dr. Hughston, Shannon 5 North nurses: Elsa, Christine and Marthe along with the numerous gracious aids and hospital staff that have cared if Ira. SPECIAL NOTCE: There will be a family visitation Friday, March 9, 2018, at College Hills Baptist Church Fellowship Hall from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.