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Robert Rengel Obituary

Robert "Bob" Rengel, 65, of Sugar Creek, Mo., passed away Monday, October 26, 2009, at his home after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, at St. Cyril's Catholic Church, 11231 Chicago St., Sugar Creek, MO 64054. Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, at the church. Burial in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Kansas City Hospice or to the church. Bob was born June 28, 1944, in Independence, Mo., to James and Louise (Deghy) Rengel. He graduated from De La Salle High School in 1962. Mr. Rengel received his Eagle Scout on April 24, 1960, and had been affiliated with Troop 228 for 15 years. Bob retired after 30 years of faithful service from KCPL in 1997 as a journeyman lineman splicer. He was a board member of the International Lineman's Rodeo Association and was a grounds coordinator for the annual Lineman's Rodeo. Mr. Rengel was a volunteer with Sugar Creek CDC, a past chairman with the Edison Credit Union, and a past secretary/treasurer of the Santa Fe Investment Club. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Mary Lou (Smiroldo) Rengel; daughters, Patty Binkley and friend David Stacy, Lisa Owen and husband Corey; son, Jodie Murphy; grandchildren, Blake Butrum, Colby Owen, Carl Binkley, Samantha and Levi Murphy; great- grandchildren, Dayton and Nevaeh Binkley; sister, Marianne O'Brien and husband Mike; brother, James Rengel and wife Sherry; sister-in-law, Vicki Zuber; brother-in-law, Frank Smiroldo and friend Mona Sextro; mother-in-law, Elizabeth Smiroldo; and by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Denise Rengel; father-in-law, Santo Smiroldo; and by his beloved Dalmatian, Lady Di. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.speakschapel.com Arrangements: Carson-Speaks Chapel.

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Published by Kansas City Star on Oct. 28, 2009.

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Mary Anderson

November 10, 2009

Mary Lou,

I've thought about you and Bob over the years and hoped you guys were doing well. I was very shocked when I heard he'd passed away. I remember how sweet it was to see the way you and he arrived at work every morning. I hope you and your family stand strong in the aftermath of this big loss. I'll light a special candle for the both of you.

Michael Jennings

November 2, 2009

Mary Lou: Burke Jeselnik (who is here in Colorado visiting) and I want to express our condolences and tell you what wonderful memories we had of our DeLa Salle days (and the alumni banquets) with Bob. He was a great man and good friend. Our prayers are with you.

October 29, 2009

I am sure you do not remember me, I am Tom Rundell's daughter. My Dad thought a great deal of Bob, always refering to him with kind words. I am sorry for your lose. Sheila(Rundell)Wheeler

Frank & Mary Jo Bohanon

October 28, 2009

Mary Lou, Frank and I are so very sorry to hear about Bob. We all had good times at all the dinners. We all have to remember the good times we all shared. I think it will help to know that Bob is in a better place, no more suffering. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Wayne & Jeanie Lorfing

October 28, 2009

Mary Lou
Words cannot express Our deepest sorrows over the loss of a true friend.

Charlie and Debbi Hopson

October 28, 2009

Bob was a unique contributor to our lives. We have many great memories of good times with Bob and Mary Lou. He was also an inspiration in how to live a life with integrity and tolerance. We'll miss him.

Fawna Finnell

October 28, 2009

Mary Lou,

I don't have a lot of memories of you and Bob, but the one of the ones I do have, are of the Rengel River Runners and of how much fun everyone had at the Jacks Fork River.
Bob will be missed.
My thoughts are with you and your family.

Michelle Greene

October 28, 2009

May the ever loving peace of God surround you, Mary Lou and your family at this sad time and in the healing days ahead. Bob's infectious smile and kindness to everyone he came in contact with was inspirational and comforting to co-workers and customers of KCPL. My heartfelt prayers for you. A retired former co-worker,

Jack Carey

October 28, 2009

MaryLou, my thoughts are with you on your loss. I was unable to come to the visitation due to being crippled from back surgery. I could not handle the steps at the church or the long wait with the large crowd attending. I know you both had a lot of friends. I will say a prayer for the family. I know how you are feeling as I have now lost two great wives.

Carmon & Sharon at CPS

October 28, 2009

Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Bob had strength of character and a welcoming presence. We enjoyed working with him. We are sure he will be greatly missed.

Gisele & Millie Gamble

October 28, 2009

Bob Rengel was our neighbor and we didn't know him very well. However he was always friendly and greeted people with a smile. Mrs. Rengel, please let us know if we can ever do anything for you. Our heartfelt condolences.

Jim & Debbie Hopper

October 28, 2009

May it help in some way to know that friends are sharing the sorrow in your heart. Bob was very special to us and we'll miss him so much!

Roy and Connie Seichepine

October 28, 2009

Marylou, our prayers are with you at this time, as always. We all have such wonderful memories of our good times, and these do and will continue to give us laughter and peace. Our love to you all.

Stephen Iaquinto

October 28, 2009

Dear Mary Lou,
It's hard to know what to say at a time like this. Please know my heart hurts for you and your family. Bob was a great friend to me and all of us involved in the International Lineman's Rodeo Organization. One of our members said it right and I concur. "The lights will be burning bright in heaven when we get there". If I can do anything let me know.

Steve Iaquinto
Advisory Committee Chairman

Billy Anderson

October 28, 2009

My deepest condolences to the entire family of Bob Rengel. I have the finest memories of Bob deep inside me only to be surpassed by the number of stars in the sky! I considered Bob to be an older brother. I think I almost lived at the Rengel house. Little brother Jim and I were best friends growing up and Bob was a great mentor and friend. Bob and his dad and Jim lived for things electrical and it was quite commonplace to see Bob jumping in to solve a problem.
He lived a great life and he shall now start another in the eternal house of our Lord!

October 28, 2009

Dear Mary Lou,
It's hard to know what to say at a time like this. Please know my heart hurts for you and your family. Bob was a great friend to me and all of us involved in the International Lineman's Rodeo organization. We will miss him dearly. One of our members said it right and I concur, "The Lights will be burning in heaven when we get there". He will be in my prayers always. If I can help in any way please let me know.

Steve Iaquinto
Chairman Advisory Committee

Cathy Stanley (Thompson)

October 28, 2009

I have fond memories of spending time with Bob and Marylou in the mid 80s both with the Aqua North Dive club and parties at their "in the process of remodel" family room. There were lots of good times. He will be missed and my thoughts are with Marylou and the family.

Marvin & Judy Price

October 28, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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