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Robert Chambers Obituary

Chambers, Robert D. 49, Kansas Gas Services inspector passed away on Sunday, April 2, 2017. He was preceded in death by his mother, Ann, and brother, Chuck. Rob is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Shawnia; children, Charles, Carson and Camryn; father, Ron (Marcia) Chambers; siblings, Becky (Stan) Rankin, Lee Ann Nixon and Chris (Debbie) Beetch; in-laws, Jay and Karen Duerksen; brothers-in-law, Chad and Paula Duerksen, Brody and Ana Duerksen; 8 nieces and nephews. A celebration of life service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 6, 2017, at the Riverlawn Christian Church, 4243 No. Meridian. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Rob's name to the Kansas Humane Society, 3313 No. Hillside, Wichita, KS 67219.

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Published by Wichita Eagle on Apr. 5, 2017.

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Keith Jarus

May 16, 2017

I knew Rob through my dearest friend, his sister Lee Ann. I remember him as a loving husband and father, and will be missed by all he touched and those he knew.

Jan Fowler, SLP

April 7, 2017

Rob sounds like a truly wonderful man with a tremendous family he has loved and been a blessed example for. As a former student of his dad's and colleague of Marcia's, I would like to offer my condolences and prayers for your entire family. Loss always cuts out pieces of our hearts but the Lord knows how to hold us in His heart. May His peace and strength be with each of you.

April 6, 2017

Rob was part of the best of the best at KGS. He gave many of us our nicknames and will truly be missed. I pray for his family and friends with this incredible loss. smiling matt

Kelly Jo Branstetter

April 6, 2017

I am so deeply saddened by the loss of my longtime childhood friend. I wish I could have attended today, but I'm in California and was unable to fly back right now. Rob brought so much joy to everyone and will be greatly missed by all that knew him. I'm in deep prayer and thought for all family and friends. May God Bless you all and give you strength during this very sad time. Rob will remain in our hearts forever with the endless good memories he's given us!!
Sending love and healing light, may God Bless you all!!

April 6, 2017

I am so saddened to hear the passing of Rob. His smile was unforgettable. Prayers to all of you during this very difficult time.

April 6, 2017

Shawnia, Charles, Carson and Camryn:

Tim and I are so saddened to hear of Rob's death. He was incredibly kind and will be missed dearly. Please know, that we are praying for all of you as you go forward.

May God be with you and if there is anything you need we are here to help.

Tim and Kim Manring

Christi Guy

April 5, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss I worked with rob he was always kind to me and if I was having a bad day or just not smiling he would get me to smile He would joke around about something with me I will surely miss him he will be missed by so many my heart breaks for all of you and I pray that god will get you through this rough time he will for ever be in our hearts

Cyle Bennett

April 5, 2017

Rob was a great man. We moved into the neighborhood a few years ago and Rob was the first to welcome us. He would check in on my wife when I had to be out of town for military training. My heart is broken by his passing and he will be missed.

Dan Dundas

April 5, 2017

So sorry to hear about the loss of Rob. Great co-worker gone too early.

Dennis & Lynn Mauk

April 5, 2017

We were saddened to hear of Rob's passing. Rob was a wonderful & helpful neighbor. He will be greatly missed by all his Northbrook neighbors & friends. Our thoughts & prayers are with you, Shawnia,Chas,Carson & Camryn.

Dennis & Lynn Mauk

April 5, 2017

We were so saddened to hear of Rob's passing. Rob was a wonderful & helpful neighbor. He will be greatly missed by all his Northbrook neighbors and friends. Our thoughts & prayers are with you, Shawnia,Chas,Carson & Camryn.

April 5, 2017

Our hearts were saddened at the passing of Rob. We lived next door to the Chambers family and remember when Rob was born. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family.

Rick Durham

April 5, 2017

Sorry for your loss ,I enjoyed working with Rob Thur the years.

Rob Haynes

April 5, 2017

We mourn the loss of our union brother Rob Chambers. We pray the God of all comfort will be near to you as you grieve. Our Local stands ready to assist you in any way we can. Rob will truly be missed by us all.

In Sympathy,
Rob Haynes, President USW 13417

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