Robert Straub

Robert "Bob" William Straub, 78, of Kansas City North passed away unexpectedly on December 14 due to complications from a stroke after heart surgery. Bob was born to Floyd and Clara Straub in Kansas City, Kansas, and graduated from Argentine High School. He served two years in the US Army during the Korean War, and graduated from Northwest Missouri State University, Maryville, receiving a BS degree and a Masters' degree in Education. Bob was awarded a NDEA scholarship in counseling and was a Guidance Counselor at Eastgate in the NKC School District for 26 years, retiring in 1988.Bob and Virginia, his wife of 53 years, are parents of two children, Owen Straub and Ilse Smith. Bob is survived by his wife Virginia, Owen and his wife Mary Straub, Ilse and husband Norman Smith, and nephew Doug Straub and wife, Lisa. He is the proud Grandpa of Isaac, Rachel and Sam Straub and Spencer and Haley Smith and Grandnieces, Jennifer and Hannah Straub. He also leaves behind cousins and other family members. A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 18th at Mount Moriah Terrace Park at 11 am. Family and Friends are invited to attend a luncheon and libations immediately following the service at their daughter's home at 14005 Supreme Court, which is approximately 5 mile north of the funeral home.Mount Moriah Terrace Park, 801 NW 108th St., Kansas City, MO. 64155 (816-734-5500)Condolences to: www.mountmoriahterracepark.com

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