Remembering Josue Robles Jr: Market Insights and Success - Business

 Former US CEO and two - star general Joe Robles Jr passed away on Thursday evening after a long battle with Parkinson 's disease.

Robles served as USs president and CEO from 2007 to 2015 , and was diagnosed with the disease months after retiring . He served in the US Army for over 28 years spanning the 1960s through the 1990s , including the Vietnam and Gulf Wars.

 Following his retirement as an Army general in 1994 , Robles joined US as a special assistant to the chairman and took on more responsibilities at the company until he was named president and CEO in December 2007.

Current US president and CEO Wayne Peacock described Robles as a soldier at his core . With nearly three decades of service to the Army , Joe knew what it meant to serve and he brought that experience to US , Peacock said in a statement on Thursday.

 As CEO , he led the association through the largest period of growth in our history and fostered a culture of innovation to better serve the military community and their families , he continued.

His legacy continues through the service we provide every day . Our thoughts and prayers are with Patty and their children during this difficult time , Peacock concluded.

The passing of Josue Robles Jr , the former CEO of US , has deeply saddened many in San Antonio , where the company is headquartered . Robles had a profound impact on US during his time as CEO , leading the company through a period of significant growth and innovation.

Throughout his career , both in the military and at US , Robles demonstrated a strong commitment to serving others . His leadership and dedication to the military community were unwavering , leaving a lasting legacy that continues to inspire those at US.

Robles ' passing marks the end of an era for US , as he was instrumental in shaping the organization into what it is today . His vision and passion for serving those who serve our country will be remembered for years to come.

The US community , as well as the broader military community , mourn the loss of Robles and honor his memory by continuing to uphold the values and principles he instilled in the company . His contributions to US and the military community will not be forgotten , and his legacy will live on through the work of those he inspired.