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Barry Flachsbart Obituary
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Jeff Gardner
April 2, 2025
Dr. Flachsbart profoundly impacted my life and the lives of my family members. Without his guidance and support, I doubt I would have graduated from college, achieved financial independence, or gained the ability to help so many others. Dr. Flachsbart was firm yet kind, generous, energetic, and genuinely hilarious. He freely shared his knowledge and understood that life's most valuable lessons aren't always found in books.
Words alone cannot fully express my gratitude for everything Dr. Flachsbart gave me during our time together. His influence will remain with me forever.
Barb and Bob Meyer
June 11, 2019
He was a wonderful person and Barb and I are sure that he will be missed. Laverne, we were so sorry to read about Barry. We were thinking about stopping by to say hello on our way back from Independence later this week. We will also let Barb's brother, Dan, know about this tragic event.
Ruth Eggers
June 6, 2019
Dear Laverne,
I was shocked to learn today that Barry died over Memorial Day Weekend! Having spoken with you in the not too distant
past, I'm sure you were looking forward to spending more time together as he retired from teaching at Rolla. My deepest sympathy to you! May our precious Savior Jesus hold you close and comfort you with the assurance that Barry is now enjoying the glories of heaven in His very presence. May His peace strengthen you each day.
Love in Christ,
Ruth Eggers
Roger Tate
June 1, 2019
I enjoyed knowing and working with Barry at McDonnell Douglas Automation Co.
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Daniel Harmelink
May 31, 2019
The thoughts and prayers of the board and staff of Concordia Historical Institute are with Laverne and the Flachsbart family. It was an honor to share the CHI archives with him and receive his support in our mutual quest to further Lutheran history. "Blessed in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints."
Eric Zust
May 29, 2019
I knew Barry in three different areas. He was my Computer Science professor in Graduate School at UMR, I later knew him professionally at McDonnell Douglas/Boeing. And lastly politically thru his Councilman duties in my residence city of Chesterfield. I'm glad that I did have an opportunity to speak and re-connect with him at a recent Chesterfield Town Hall meeting.
A remarkable and accomplished man, who was admired and will be missed by all that knew him.
Kevin and Vicki Leimbach
May 29, 2019
Sending our Love and Condolences to Laverne and Family. May you feel the Loving arms of our Lord and Savior around you, to give you Peace and Comfort in the days ahead. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary Sachs
May 29, 2019
My condolences to your family. Barry was such a fair person. He shall be missed.
Ronald & Debbie Parson
May 28, 2019
Ronald and I are friends of Linda and Jerry Cook here in GA and had the pleasure of meeting Mr. and Mrs. Flachsbart several times while they were visiting here. He was a fine man with a charming personality that made an impression on us and will remain with Ronald and I always. Our thoughts and prayers will be with the family during and following this heartbreaking time.
Patricia Maetten
May 28, 2019
My sisters, brother, and I grew up with Barry and Randy since both sets of parents were such good friends. While we haven't seen or talked to the "boys" in many years, I will always remember the fun times we had. My family and I are so sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Barry, Don, Donnie Pyramids Egypt
Don Wunsch
May 28, 2019
Dear Flachsbart Family,
I will miss him greatly, such a delightful friend and colleague. Here's a shot of him with me and my son in Egypt, 2011.
Yours truly,
Don
Hank Kiesel
May 28, 2019
The Kiesels and the Flachsbarts were neighbors in the River Bend Subdivison for many years.
Barry, as an elected offical, or a professor, or a mentor, or a sub division street party planner was always
striving to make things better for everyone.
Barry will be greatly missed and never forgotten by all those who were fortunate to know him.
Jennifer Shearman-Reed
May 28, 2019
Dear Flachsbart Family, He was a Great Man & I will miss seeing him at King of Kings, my mother's home church. May God be with you all.
John and Sue Sroka
May 28, 2019
I was reading STLtoday.com about the local flooding. And then I noticed Barry's obituary. Sue and I were neighbors of Barry and Laverne about 15 years ago. Barry was a good guy and a great neighbor. May he rest in peace.
Steven Liescheidt
May 27, 2019
When I think of Barry and how he was blessed to be a blessing to all the young men in Eta Chapter of Beta Sigma Psi I think of one scripture passage:
Matthew 25:23
"His master replied, 'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!'
What an honor and privilege and blessing to be a fellow member of The Body of Christ - The Church on Earth with Barry. Truly will miss his wisdom.
Steve Liescheidt, Eta Chapter Alumni, Past President
Patrick Worzer
May 27, 2019
Barry was like a father to me as I was growing up with his son Brian. Always supportive and a great smile on his face. He will be truly missed. Our prayers are with the family at this time and we feel blessed to have known him in our lives. Well done good and faithful servant!!
Our heartfelt condolences...Patrick and Connie Worzer and family.
Arlan Dekock
May 27, 2019
Barry was a best friend and colleague for more than 40 years. I will miss you very much, Barry.
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