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Robert Durig Obituary
Services will be held Thursday, Nov. 11, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 11300 W. 103rd St., Overland Park, Kan.
Bob was born May 15, 1952, in Bronx, N.Y., and attended East Catholic High School where he met and eventually married his high school sweetheart, Nancy (Tierney). He was a loving husband, brother, father, wonderful grandfather, and loyal friend.
He is preceded in death by his father, Rudolph Durig, and father in-law, Richard Tierney. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Durig; children, Dan Durig, spouse Catherine Durig, Kerry Durig Smith, spouse Ian Smith, Shannon Durig and Mike Ogurick, Michael Durig and Emily Heldstab; grandchildren, Ryan Daniel Durig, 6, Ellie Tierney Smith, 4, Lila Jo Smith, 1; mother, Julia Andrade Durig; brother, John Durig, spouse Dawn Lowery; sister, Jeanne Alfaro, spouse Rick Alfaro; brother, Rick Durig, spouse Barb Durig; and many wonderful nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made payable to the Bob Durig Memorial Fund, c/o Holy Spirit Parish, Overland Park, KS 66214.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Durig
DR. E
May 14, 2025
I was so sorry to learn of Bob´s passing. We worked together in the 1980´ and Bob served as a very effective mentor to me. I have never forgotten him nor the valuable lessons he taught me.
Joel Ward
April 22, 2011
Dear Nancy and Family,
I was very touched yesterday when I heard about Bob's passing. He was a very special friend and a great person. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike Durig
November 17, 2010
Thanks for being a great boss, role model and friend. Thanks most of all for being a great Father.
I miss you very much Dad and wish you were still here with us.
Love You
Linda Ainsworth
November 16, 2010
Dear Nancy and Family,
I can't imagine the loss you are feeling. I worked for Bob as his Plant Controller at the Tippins Pie Plant. He actually hired me. He was my boss, my friend and in many ways like a brother to me. We laughed, we fought and we had a good time. He helped me through my husbands cancer treatment with his wise words, "Choose 10 minutes out of the day to think about it, then move on with your thoughts."
I felt like he confided in me maybe more than others because I was a "Tippins outsider". I will always cherish the friendship we shared. One thing he always shared was his love of his wife and family. He would light up when he was talking or in many cases bragging about his family. Bob was a huge presence in anyone's life he touched. I will miss him dearly. Nancy, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lindsay Downing
November 15, 2010
Nancy, Shannon, Danny, and Mike, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
November 15, 2010
Dear Nancy and family
I just found out about Bob's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. I remember you and Bobby spending time at our house and being part of our family. Our family loved you and Bobby. Wishing you and your family peace and healing.
Kathi DiBattisto Westminster, Colorado
November 12, 2010
Nancy,
Lorie and I are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you.
Karen and Lorie Sparks
Donna Hines
November 12, 2010
To the Durig Family ... my deepest sympathy to the family ..May God look over Bob the same way Bob looked over all of us at Tippins ! Many fond memories .....
Dan & Nancy Tierney
November 12, 2010
Dear Nancy,Danny,Mike,and Shannon. We are so sorry to hear of your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you. I just heard of the news and was so saddened by it but now i find myself going back through so many memories of Bob and i find my self smiling. He was one of a kind and i feel lucky to have known him.
Adrienne McDonald
November 11, 2010
Dear Nancy, Shannon and Family, We can not put into words how sorry we are for your loss. Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God watch over you and bless you. Love, The Timothy McDonald Family, Tim, Adrienne, Noelle and Melanie.
Derek and Lynda Gore
November 11, 2010
Bob, you will be missed dearly by your family. You and I were the oldest of our siblings and were only 12 days apart in age as cousins. We shared many a wonderful time in our childhood. Nancy and kids you have our condolences, as well as Julia, John, Jeanne, Rick and the rest of our family and friends for your loss.
My love to you all,
Derek
Bob Scott
November 11, 2010
Bob was more than a friend. He was a light in the everyday. No matter what, Bob was ready to help everyone have a great experience at STA games.
After spending 11 years next to him it will be hard to go back to the press box.
He will be missed but his presence will always be there.
Thank you for sharing him with us.
November 11, 2010
Shannon, Nancy and Family,
Sending love and prayers to all of you. I loved when Bob would visit Shannon at the Neil Simon. Beautiful man and I am so very sorry for your loss.
With sympathy,
Del Miskie
New York, New York
Rick Cherra
November 11, 2010
Dear Nancy and Family, We are shocked and deeply saddened by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rick and Terri Cherra
Roger & Niki Shepherd
November 11, 2010
Nancy and family
I was very surprised to learn of Bob's passing. He was much to young to go. I remember working with Bob at Tippin's; he was always willing to do whatever was required and did it with a smile and humor. Our sincere condolences to you all.
November 11, 2010
Dear Nancy, Danny, Kerry, Shannon, and Michael,
We were sad to hear of Bob's passing and pray that he is in heaven having a laugh with Richard.
Bob was a great guy and we were glad to be able to share Donoghue family reunions with him.
You are all in our prayers. May you receive God's grace to carry you through this difficult time.
~ Warren J. and Maria Smith & family
Natick, Massachusetts
November 11, 2010
He will be missed by everone in the neighborhood. Hal & Janet Straus.
Lisa Austin
November 11, 2010
Dear Nancy and Shannon,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Years ago, I happened to sit next to Bob in the back of the theater during a Clara's Dream production, and he left such a wonderful impression on me. He was warm, witty and not short on words! Please know we are praying for you all during this sad time. God bless you--
Lisa and Jeff Austin,
Olivia, Genevieve & Bennett
Diane (DiBattisto) Kennedy
November 11, 2010
Dear Nancy: My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very hard time. Although it has been a very long time since I've seen you or Bobby, my thoughts go to all the memories of high school and the "dead bears". You both were so loved by my family, especially Mom. May it give you some comfort to know that Bob and Mom are re-united once again. Love, Diane(DiBattisto) Kennedy
Cathy Rudis
November 11, 2010
Bob will be missed and my prayers are with the entire Durig family. His smile could light up a room and I am blessed to have been his friend. Find comfort in the memories you have of a wonderful man. Rest in Peace Bob
Patti Buss
November 10, 2010
Nancy, Rick, Barb and the entire Durig family,
I'm so sorry about Bob's premature departure from this planet. When I had the opportunity to share time with you all, he was always fun and interesting to spend time with. Philip and I remember how Bob blessed Phil with the opportunity to be the pyrotech person one July 4 several years ago. You are now temporarily separated from one of your treasures. I pray that memories of good times shared will bring you comfort as you adjust to his passing.
Craig Holt
November 10, 2010
My Deepest condolences go out to the Durig family. Bob you will be missed, and am very thankfull for your mentorship when I was just starting out my career. God bless Nancy and family my thoughts are with with you.
Molly Wier
November 10, 2010
I have known Bob and the Durigs ever since I've known my husband. They were introduced to me as family and that is definitely the case. From this, I have learned, that the saying "your can't pick your family" is certainly untrue.
The first moment I met Bob, Nancy and clan, I felt like I had known them each my whole life. They have a knack for making you feel so comfortable and welcome. I cannot believe our beloved "softie/teddy bear" is gone. Oh, how we will miss Bob.
To Nancy, Dan, Kerry, Shannon, Michael and family, my heart goes out to you at this most difficult time. I find some peace knowing that some day soon your wonderful memories will help sustain you and bring comfort.
I love you, Molly
Dianne (Melia) Maher
November 10, 2010
Nancy and Children,
I am so sorry to hear about Bob. I still picture you two at East Catholic, always smiling, happy to be together, both of you so warm and friendly. What a loss.
John Wier
November 10, 2010
Bob, Bob
This message is to you. Thanks for the multiple rides on your motorcycle before they outlawed that type of behavior, thanks for making me a star pupil with my grade school teachers as I always had pies to give away, thanks for the summer jobs at Tippin's (it was always fun being associated with the big guy), thanks for letting me drive your mercedes at age 14 (before you let Nancy drive it), thanks for taking on the name Bob Bob, and most of all, thanks for being such a big part of our family. You will be sincerely missed! Love you, John
Wendy Seip Coan
November 10, 2010
Nancy and Family,
I am shocked and saddened to hear of Bob's passing. I, as many others,have many great memories from many years of working with him at Tippin's. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michelle and Kelsey Rand
November 10, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family as your loved one has entered eternal life. I wish we could provide much more comfort than these words could ever. May the memories of Bob be the hug you need, bring the smile that warms you and fills you with peace. With sincere condolences,
Marie-Therese Baker
November 10, 2010
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I am sure that your wonderful memories of Bob will carry you through these most difficult of days.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carle and Marie-Therese Baker
Birk Family
November 10, 2010
Kerry and Family - We are sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. - Judy, Scott and Bailey Birk
Cynthia and John Nodson
November 10, 2010
Nancy and family, We are so sorry for your loss. We remember your family fondly from our Overland Park days...and it was your and Bob's happy memories of East Catholic HS that inspired us to consider it for our children when we lived in Connecticut. Our prayers for all of you during this difficult time.
November 10, 2010
Kerry, Ian and the entire Durig family, just know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Debbie North Geraghty
November 10, 2010
Nancy, I am so sorry. He was way too young to die. You and family are in my prayers. Ginny Nash
Jana Klosterman
November 10, 2010
Nancy,
May God Bless you and your family during this time of losing your loved one!
November 10, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Judy Frankovic
November 10, 2010
I have such great memories of the Durig family. Bob had a warm smile and sparkling eyes. He was always happy to see you and share what his kids were up to at that point in their lives. STA will miss "the voice of STA soccer." Prayers and thoughts are with Nancy and the kids. Bob will live on in our hearts.
Valerie Houpt
November 10, 2010
Bob was always so good to me when we worked at Tippin's Corporate together. My heart goes out to the Durig family. I hope fond memories bring peace to your lives.
Jo Ann Weber
November 10, 2010
Dear Durig family, I was shocked and saddened to read about Bob today. I am so very sorry that such a wonderful family has lost a very fine man. My most sincere condolences to all. Jo Ann Weber
Vicki Schroeder
November 10, 2010
My daughter and I and the Spirits Dance Team at Aquinas will miss The Voice of the Saints Soccer Team, he was always so great in introducing the girls during their halftime performances. Tara, our new coach, appreciates all his help this past season in the press box. Our prayers are with the family.
Jenni Woodworth
November 10, 2010
Nancy and kids. We are sorry for your lost. I worked with Bob at the pie plant. You all will be in our prayers.
Jenni Woodworth (formally with Mid Continent Paper)
Mike Sullivan
November 10, 2010
You have such a neat family and your dad is so proud of all of you. Bob was no much fun to be around and STA so much appreciates all he did for our school and community. He was a good friend and we will all miss Bob dearly. My prayers are with you. Thanks for sharing Bob with us for many years. God Bless!
November 10, 2010
Kerry, Ian, Nancy and family,
We are so sorry for you loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
The Staff of Valley View UMC Day Care Center
November 10, 2010
My deepest condolences to the Durig family during this time. May God bless all of you.
Marta Vajda
Clayton Lassiter
November 10, 2010
Rest In Peace Bob, you will be missed by myself, my family, and all those whose lives you touched! Your friend Clay
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