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Robert DeGeorge Obituary

Robert Frank DeGeorge, Kansas City, Mo., died October 3, 2008, after a three and a half year battle with colon cancer. Born June 2, 1951, in Suffern, NY, Robert (Bob) DeGeorge was the son of Frank and Diana, and older brother to Paul DeGeorge. He graduated from Suffern High School and earned his civil engineering degree at Clarkson University in 1973. During college, he met his life-long sweetheart and wife, Carolyn Ann Bobrowich of Schenectady, NY. After marrying in 1977, Bob and Carolyn lived in the New York City area before being transferred to Kansas City. In 1981, he received his MBA from Rockhurst University. Five years later, he founded a construction company, BOB DEGEORGE ASSOCIATES, INC., dedicated to building commercial buildings in the Kansas City area for over 22 years. Bob was actively involved in the community. He served in various positions, including president, in the North Kansas City Rotary Club for over 15 years; as President of the Northland Habitat for Humanity in the late 1990's; and as Assistant Scoutmaster for the Boy Scouts of America North Kansas City Troop Nine. Bob was a parishioner of both Holy Family Catholic Church and St. Patrick's Catholic Church. Bob had a passion for vintage and classic cars and was a member of the Pontiac Oakland Club International (POCI). Surviving Bob are his wife, Carolyn Ann; daughter, Kristen Carole; son, Robert Michael; mother, Diana DeGeorge of Monsey, NY; and his brother, Paul Matthew DeGeorge, of Huntington Beach, Calif. Visitation is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 7, from 5 to 8 p.m. at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 1357 NE 42nd Terrace, Kansas City, MO 64116, where a prayer service will begin at 7 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, Oct. 8, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Patrick's Church with Rev. Gerald Waris as celebrant. Burial to follow the Mass. Contributions in memory of Bob DeGeorge may be directed to either St. Patrick's Church-School Building Fund, 1357 NE 42nd Terrace, Kansas City, MO 64116, and/or the Bob DeGeorge College Scholarship Fund in care of the North Kansas City Rotary Club, PO Box 7524, Kansas City, MO 64116, Attn.: Russell Fries. Arr.: Passantino Bros. Funeral Home (816) 471-2844.

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Published by Kansas City Star on Oct. 6, 2008.

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Zeta Davidson

August 22, 2009

Dear Carolyn, Who would know when we met again in the oncologists offices that our journeys would be so similar? Yesterday was year two anniversary for me; I think it was harder on my two adult children than for me. Last year at this time, I was so absorbed in my own grief that I could not reach out to them. Please hug your children close no matter how old they are. This story of your husband's life summarizes the vibrant, handsome man that Don and I met that day in Jamie Rigdon's office. You and he were so fortunate to have spent so much of life together. Sincerely with care,

Laura and Donna Minarsch

October 9, 2008

Dear Carolyn and family,
Paul is a dear friend of ours in Southern California and we send our condolences to your family during this difficult time.

William Jolly

October 8, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Frank Muscatello

October 8, 2008

Carolyn and family,

Very sorry to hear the news of Bob's passing. I know that he courageously battled his illness to the end.

Paul is a very close friend of my myself, my wife Margaret and our four children. Paul has kept us informed about how you were all doing throughout Bob's illness. We know how much he loved his big brother Bob and how much he loves you and the kids. I pray that God grants all of you courage and strength during this most difficult time.

With love and our deepest sympathy.

Frank, Margaret, Frankie, Natalie, Sofia and Olivia Muscatello

Frances Bacardi

October 8, 2008

Dear Carolyn,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children during this difficult time. My God bless you and your children.

Pam Lewellen

October 8, 2008

Carolyn..Don and I were so very saddened when we heard of Bobs passing. You know how we both felt about him. We are here for you and will keep you in our prayers.

Kelly Klein

October 8, 2008

Carolyn and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was such a wonderful man I will always remember his happy face, kind heart and great personality. He will be greatly missed. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Doris and Jerry Carr

October 8, 2008

Carolyn, We are saddened to hear of Bob's death. We met you and Bob at Tim Ioder's wedding. At that time we visited and enjoyed sharing 'growing up' stories about Tim and his bride. Tim had grown up across the street from us and you had watched his bride grow up as your neighbor. Our sympathy and prayers are with you.

Ann Holwick

October 8, 2008

Carolyn,

We have many fond memories of Bob. Most of these are connected to Troop Nine and Bob's wonderful dedication to the scouts of the troop.
We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Dick, Annie, Evan and Bryan

Gina Bates

October 7, 2008

Carolyn and family, You are in our thoughts and prayers always. May God be with you at this time.

vicki kinkade

October 7, 2008

Robert: We were so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was such a warm, wonderful man. He always had a big smile on his face for everyone. A true gentleman. Our sympathy and prayers are with you. Vicki Kinkade and Sarah Kinkade- Canovi (Jack Miller Chrysler-Jeep).

Matthew Madenfort

October 7, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with Bob's family and friends.

Lynn DeGeorge Savage

October 7, 2008

Bob will be missed by my children and my husband, Eric & I. He was always interested in what my kids were doing and so supportive of them being Marines. What a wonderful man! God bless.
Lynn DeGeorge Savage

Jane True

October 7, 2008

Carolyn, I am so sorry to hear of your husband's death. What a huge loss for your family. You are all in my prayers.

Mary Clark

October 7, 2008

Carolyn, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sad and sorry about Bob's passing. He was a wonderful person and I know will be missed by all of his family and friends.

Marlene Allen

October 7, 2008

Very sorry to hear about Bob passing. Although I haven't seen him in many years. He was a big help & comfort to us when my brother Mickey died, with his emails. God Bless Marlene Allen (cousin) Port Jervis, NY

Craig Smith

October 7, 2008

Kristen, Carolyn & Robert:
It's so difficult to know what to say when such a great loss is suffered. I don't pretend to understand. Just know that you're in my thoughts and prayers.

Jeff Olander

October 7, 2008

As a friend of Paul DeGeorge, I was sad to hear about his brother passing away. My thoughts are with Paul and Bob's family at this time of sorrow.

Jeff

Kevin Trent

October 7, 2008

Bob was a great guy and he will be missed by many. My prayers are with you and your family.

Connie & Charlie DeJoie

October 7, 2008

It has been our pleasure to have shared Bob's life and have many
memories to hold.

Clifford Dale Mynatt

October 6, 2008

I met Bob back in the early 80's when he was at Pullman Power Products, then Standard Havens, and then after he started his construction company.

We almost went into business together.

God bless his family and we are all richer for his memories.

Clifford Dale Mynatt

October 6, 2008

Dale Mynatt

Kim Pardon

October 6, 2008

Carolyn, Kristen, and Robert...I was devastated to hear about Bob's death. I know you are all incredibly sad - I'm so sorry. Phil and I are thinking about you all...

I'm so sorry.

Gary Wheeler

October 6, 2008

Carolyn;
I was very sorry to hear about Bob
passing. He was a super guy and
great to work with. He will be
greatly missed.

Julie Brown

October 6, 2008

Carolyn,

You and your family are in my prayers. May God comfort you during this time of sorrow.

alan johnson

October 6, 2008

Carolyn,
I'm so sorry to hear you've lost your best friend. Bob was a pleasure to work with and seemingly always in a good mood.
best wishes,
Alan Johnson
Davidson-Brown

Michelle Frakes (FDC Contract)

October 6, 2008

Carolyn -
I am so sorry for your loss. I was completely shocked at the news. I will have you and your family in my prayers.

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