Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Robert Heath Obituary
December 26, 1948 - August 16, 2021
Lawrence, Kansas - Robert "Bob" Heath passed peacefully on Monday, August 16, 2021, in Lawrence, Kansas.
He was born on December 26, 1948, in Tyler, Texas. He attended Shawnee Mission East High School in Prairie Village, Kansas and the University of Kansas.
Bob married his high school sweetheart Laurie Burt in 1970 and together they built a life in rural Jefferson County, where they lived until his death.
He is survived by his wife Laurie and their daughter Emily. He is also survived by his sister and brother-in-law Barbara and Ed Roberts, his sister-in-law Nancy Mitchell and many nieces and nephews and their spouses and children.
Bob will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
The family will welcome friends for a visitation at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home in Lawrence on Sunday, Aug. 22 from 1-3 pm. A celebration of life will be planned at a later date. Private inurnment will take place in the Natural section of Oak Hill Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Brain Injury Association of Kansas and Greater Kansas City.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Robert Heath
Sponsored by Kansas City Star.
3 Entries
Bil
August 22, 2021
Bob Heath on the SME Football Team in 1965.
Jan Martin
August 21, 2021
I will always have fond memories of Bob from high school days. He was our neighbor for many years. He and his family were warm, welcoming and kind when we moved to KC. May memories bring comfort in your loss.
Michael Crow
August 19, 2021
I knew Bob well from "back in the day" but had not seen him for some time. He was a great guy who always had something nice to say. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. May you Rest in Peace Bob.
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results
Make a Donation
in Robert Heath's name
Memorial Events
for Robert Heath
Aug
22
Visitation
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home & Crematory601 Indiana Street, Lawrence, KS 66044
Funeral services provided by:
Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home & Crematory601 Indiana Street, Lawrence, KS 66044
How to support Robert's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Robert Heath's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
