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Robert Wirthman Obituary
Robert "Bob" Lee Wirthman, 72, Lawrence, KS, died on March 7, 2014 at his home surrounded by his family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 12, 2014 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church 6001 Bob Billings Parkway, Lawrence, KS. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Kansas City, KS. Friends may call from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 11, 2014 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary 120 W. 13th St. Lawrence, KS. The rosary will be said at 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to Douglas County Visiting Nurses, Sister Servants of Mary, 800 N. 18th St. Kansas City, KS or Corpus Christi Catholic Church.
Bob was born October 7, 1941 in Kansas City, KS the son of Michael and Marie Wirthman. He attended Tonganoxie High School and was in the Steel Business. He worked for Havens Steel Co. for 33 years until retiring in 2003. He was a member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church, and Iron Workers Local 10. His life was all about family, the KU Jayhawks and using his numerous skills to help everyone.
He leaves his wife, Carol; his brother, Henry Wirthman, Tonganoxie, KS; his children, Christopher Wirthman (Danielle) Lawrence, KS, Kari Abraham (Stan) Phoenix, AZ, Mischel Baccabino (Charles) Glendale, AZ, Gail Kelsey (David) Lawrence, KS; Albert Colnar, Lenexa, KS, Deborah Smith, Lawrence, KS, Ralph Seutter (Ruth) Virginia Beach, VA and Sherry Colnar, Kansas City, KS; thirteen grandchildren, Michal Wirthman, Christian and Jeremiah Barbe, Rachel and Wesley Abraham, Stephanie and Adam Wirthman, Jack and Charlie Kelsey, Kyle and Erin Colnar, Joel and Ashley Seutter; a niece, Vicki Kinkade (Bill) and children; nephews, Craig Janes (Denise) and John Janes and children. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Joshua Seutter.
We will all miss Bob's helpful, loving attitude and his wonderful smile.
Online condolences may be sent to www.warrenmcelwain.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Wirthman
Stacey Donovan
March 15, 2014
Dear Carol,
We are so sorry to hear about Bib's passing. He was a wonderful neighbor who was always helpful and kind. He will be missed.
Sincerely,
Stacey, Cole, Maura & Genevieve Robison
Robin Kilmer
March 13, 2014
Bob always had a smile on his face. I was honored to have known him. I feel for the family and you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Robin Kilmer
Albrecht Wirthmann
March 12, 2014
We know the day will come but the loss of a loved one always leaves us in grief. It was more than 35 years ago, when I enjoyed his and his family's hospitality on a holiday trip to the US. I wanted to learn to know the American part of my family and I met great people. Bob, I always will think of you. My prayers are with you and your family.
Pat & Cheryl Sparks
March 12, 2014
Carol -- Pat and I were so sorry to learn about Bob's passing. When we think of you two, we will always remember the fun night we had at your house following Mike and Judy's wedding. What fun we had. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and all your family. God Bless - Pat and Cheryl
Myra Pfannenstiel
March 11, 2014
Carol,
So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love you.
Myra
David and Jodie Saultz
March 11, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with your family.
Cheri Torneden
March 11, 2014
Carol you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am very sorry for your loss.
March 10, 2014
Good friend and classmate thru grade and high school. A privilege to know Bob. Best to family and friends. Kent Morey
P E
March 10, 2014
My sincere condolences. May the God of all comfort give you the strength to cope. Psalms 55:22.
Karen VanMeter
March 10, 2014
Sending my best wishes.
Cheri & Pat Riley
March 10, 2014
Dear Carol and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was a wonderful man, father, and grandfather. We always enjoyed his company at family gatherings, his warm smile, and generous heart. He will be greatly missed.
Our love to all of you,
Cheri & Pat Riley
Kathy Underwood
March 10, 2014
Carol: So sorry to read about Bob's passing in the Journal-World. It was good to reconnect with you in exercise class. Wishing you the best and thinking of you.
Lisa Camren-Sirridge
March 10, 2014
As a close friend of Gail and Albert, I will fondly remember time spent with your family. Bob was always so welcoming and cheerful. I am very blessed to have shared fun times with all of you. He will truly be missed and it was an honor to know him.
Patricia Curry-Theno
March 9, 2014
My condolences.
Ruth Grems-Lee
March 9, 2014
So sorry to hear about Bob's passing, we went to school all twelve years and he was a wonderful person.
March 9, 2014
Carol was so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I so enjoyed the times I visited with you both.
Leroy Komma
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