Robert Edward Baught

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Robert Baught Obituary

Robert Baught, 73, Fairway, Kan., died peacefully at the family home on November 15, 2007. Born to Edward and Catherine Baught on January 15, 1934, Bob graduated from Beaumont High School in St. Louis, Mo. Upon graduation, Bob joined the Marine Corps during the Korean War and received Good Conduct and the National Defense Service Medals. He married June Marie Koch on August 28, 1955. Bob enjoyed careers with the St. Louis police force and later, hospital construction management. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, Irish music, BBQ-ing and spending time with family. Bob will be most remembered for his quick wit, hearty laugh and an Irish, optimistic outlook on life. He was extremely devoted to his family and, by example, instilled a determined work ethic and strong sense of responsibility. Survivors include: wife of 52 years, June; daughters, Michelle Headtke, Lori (Tim) Gillin, and Catherine (David) Slade; grandchildren, Robert Headtke, Trent Coffin, and Ella and Samuel Slade; and siblings, Patricia (Charles) Korte, and Edward (Elsie) Baught. Family is planning a private memorial service, and requests donations to the charity of your choice. (Arr.: Cremation Society of Kansas & Missouri, 913- 383-9888)

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Published by Kansas City Star on Nov. 18, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Baught

5 Entries

Jorgene Hallett

November 21, 2007

Dear Cathy, Dave, Ella and Sam,
I am sorry to hear that your dad/grandfather passed away, but I am happy that he is not ill or suffering anymore. Lucius, Helen and I will keep you in our thoughts during the holidays and beyond. Know that you were and are loved and that he knows how much you love him still. Take good care,
Jorge

Kris Keyes

November 21, 2007

Dear Baught Family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to each one of you. I know this is a very hard time right now.
I will always remember his smile and how nice he was to me as a friend of Cathy's back in high school (even though Cathy and I got in a LOT of trouble back then). Please take care and love strong.

Kelly Ramey

November 20, 2007

In Memory Of Uncle Butch

I can not find the words to describe my feelings of how much I loved and looked up to you, how much you will be missed and how much you influenced my life.

You taught me about strength, passion, courage, love and humor.

Thank you for jumping in the aluminum pool that day and playing with us.

Thank you for putting the plastic wig on your head and letting us take photos of you.

Thank you for building the Bluebird house as it brings nature's wonder and beauty to my family.

Thank you for for accepting and treating me with such love and kindness.

I pray you enjoy Thanksgiving dinner with your mother and father and all the rest of our family that have passed.

Your light continues to shine, brighter now that your suffering on this earth has ended.

Rest in Peace My Dear Uncle Butch, Much Love, Your Niece Kelly

Kelly Harris

November 19, 2007

Dear Baught Family
I had such a heavy heart when Lori told me about Bob. But He is now in the very best place. I have very good memories of Bob. I am sure it was illegal ( but very fun) when he loaded up the back of his pickup truck with all the neighborhood kids and drove us around the lake.

There we so many cold Iowa winter Saturdays that he would be in the kitchen working on his chili- he was so happy being with his family.

On the 4th of July he would pack up the girls and friends and take us to the beach for the day. Bob BBQ'd for us all!

If he would ask you a question and you answered without adding the word Sir to the end-he would keep asking the question until you did add it. It does take a village to raise a child as he wanted me to learn to show respect for others-

We neved did find out if it was June or Bob that nailed the basement windows shut so we could not sneak out of the house- As Bob has the tools- I am sure it was him!!

Bob was such a wonderful father to my dear friend and her sisters- I know they are all filled with tears and laughter thinking about their beloved Dad.

My thoughts and prayers are with you

karen hildebrand

November 19, 2007

Dear Uncle Butch,
You are in my first memories. Since
I lost my father, you were the male
role model for Kelly and I for the
formative years of our lives. I am
honored and feel blessed to have had
you in my life. Tell Nana, Papa, my father and all of the other great people you are in the company of now, I said hello. I will always love you. Your neice, Karen

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