In Memory Of
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Robert L. Claas
Seneca, Kansas
01/08/1948 - 10/15/2018
Robert “Bob” Lee Claas, passed away suddenly on Monday, October 15, 2018, at his home in Seneca.
Bob was born on January 8, 1948 to John Louis and Lily Louise Luginbill Claas in Seneca. Bob attended 1st -5th grade at Flush Grade School; and graduated from Sts. Peter & Paul High School with the class of 1967. On December 21, 1967 Bob enlisted to serve his country, where he served in the US Army as Computer Technician. He served for two years, eleven months and twenty-eight days before receiving an honorable discharge.
He married Patricia Mueting on November 22, 1973 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Seneca.
Bob was employed in Topeka as a milk carrier before returning to Seneca where he was employed in Big B’s meat department for 25 years. He retired from Rail Crew Xpress(RCX) after five years of employment. He served the City of Seneca for 24 years as Mayor and Council Member.
He was a member of the Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church. Bob was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan who enjoyed working in his yard and garden. He found enjoyment in bowling and politics. He also made an impact on friends and family with his presence on social media.
He was preceded in death by his father in 1991; his mother in 2006; a brother John in 1962 due to an automobile accident; and infant sister, Darlene.
He is survived by his wife of 44 years; two brothers Bill and Jerry (Shirley) Claas of Seneca; sons, Ryan Claas of Manhattan, Jamie Claas of Marysville, Jeremy (Jessica) Claas of Kansas City, David Claas of Jefferson City, and Marc Claas of Manhattan; grandchildren, Gwyn Claas, Calli Claas, Braeden Claas and Parker Claas.
Rosaries will be prayed at Lauer Funeral Home on Thursday, October 18, 2018. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday morning at 11 AM, at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church.
Memorials may be left in Bob’s memory to Valley Hope in Atchison, KS.
Rosaries will be prayed at 2 & 7 P.M. at the Lauer Funeral Home on Thursday, October 18, 2018.
Rosaries will be prayed at 2 and 7 P.M. at the Lauer Funeral Home on Thursday, October 18, 2018. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday morning at 11AM, at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church.
Memorials may be left in Bob’s memory to Valley Hope.
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So sorry for your loss. Lifting your family up in prayer.
I am so sorry for your loss. Bob brightened the room whenever he came in. We will all miss him.
So sorry to hear of Bob’s sudden passing. Ken and I extend our deepest sympathy to you Pat and all the family. Ken and Bob could always talk about their beloved Cardinals!
My condolences to the entire family. I’m so sorry for your loss. May your memories bring you comfort.
My sincere sorry for the loss of Bob. So sudden. May God be with you all
So very sorry
My deepest sympathy to the family! May he Rest In Peace!
Bobby was a good and decent man who cared deeply for his community. The extent of his service is known but to God. We will miss this good man. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.
I just read about Bob’s passing. I was so glad to have gotten reconnected with him by accident through Facebook. Jerry was in my class when they were in school at Flush. I will miss his morning and evening greetings and golden oldies. Having just lost my son three weeks ago today I know what you are feeling. God bless you all and may he Rest In Peace. Nancy Ebert Leiker
Pat and Family: Alan and I send you our sincere sympathy to you and your family at the untimely loss of Bob. He will truly be missed by a lot of his classmates and friends along with all your families. May he rest in peace and send down his love for all of you.
So sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep you in ours prayers. Jim and Arminda Feldkamp.
Pat, I am so sorry to hear about Bob ‘s passing , I read it in the Topeka , paper . I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers . Bonnie (Hylton) Irwin