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ROBERT NESTEL Jr.

1937 - 2013

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ROBERT NESTEL Obituary

1937 - 2013 Robert (Bob) Nestel, Jr., 76, Kansas City, Mo., peacefully left his family that was by his side to be with the Lord December 20, 2013. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 27, at Christ the King Catholic Church, 85th and Wornall Rd, Kansas City. The rosary will be prayed at 7:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 28, at Christ the King Catholic Church. Interment at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Ida and Robert Nestel Sr. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Joanne Nestel and children, Mark (Vikki) Nestel, Mary Nestel, Michelle (Jeff) Helzer and Melissa (Chris) Rohach, grandchildren, Colin, Carrigan, Robert (Bo) and Katie. He is also survived by his sister, Sr. Mary Ann Nestel, CSJ, of St. Louis, Mo., and a cousin, Irmgard McClurg of Seattle, Wash. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ the King Food Pantry, 8510 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO 64114, American Diabetes Assn., 6900 College Blvd. #250, Leawood, KS 66211 or Sisters of St. Joseph, 11901 Wornall Road, Kansas City, MO 64145. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.muehlebachchapel.com Muehlebach Funeral Care. Established and Family Owned Since 1954.

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Published by Kansas City Star on Dec. 27, 2013.

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Rick Wall

December 8, 2020

I just learned of Bob’s death, and I feel deeply saddened at the news. He was my State Farm agent, and there was none better. I wanted to keep him when I moved to Wyoming in 2002, but State Farm rules did not allow it. I also enjoyed buying things from his Irish Crystal store. I was in the process of moving from Wyoming to Lincoln, Nebraska, when Bob died, so I missed the notice of it. My belated condolences to his family. Bob was one of a kind —- and the very best!

D. A. Tharp

February 4, 2014

Mrs. Nestel and Family,
I am so sorry of your husband and my Insurance agent's death. Didn't even know until I got my insurance bill and saw another agent's name on it! Told my Mother and she told me. I am so sorry! He was my agent since the 1980's when I went out on my own, and my parents and the family's agent before that. Won't be the same. May Mr. Nestel rest in peace.

Rochelle Trigg

January 18, 2014

Mary, we have just learned of your father's passing. How schocked we were to hear of this news. We know how very close you were to your papa, and how terribly you must miss him. As a woman of faith your comfort must be in the joy of knowing you will see him again.
Elvira Ramirez & Rochelle Trigg

Connie [email protected]

January 17, 2014

My heart weighs very heavy of the news I received in the mail today :(. I was just thinking about Bob 2 weeks ago wondering how he was doing ~ he was such a wonderful man and helped me through a most devastating part of my life , I will truly miss his happy voice and beautiful smile. May God bless him & all of the family ~ many hugs to all of you.

Zodie Vickers

January 17, 2014

To all of you, I am so very sorry to learn of Bob's passing. He was always a great guy and a kind man to my mother and to me. He was so very proud of his children--I heard about each of you as you grew up (my office was across the hall).

I hope you enjoyed having him around and that precious memories and your faith will sustain you.

John Savella

January 17, 2014

Dear Mrs. Nestel,I was very sorry to be informed of Bob's passing.My late wife Mary Lou was a client since 1972 and always enjoyed any interaction she had with your spouse over the many years.He was a truly wonderful person. My sincere condolences to your family.
John S Savella Jr

Dawn Diamond, Sion '86

January 8, 2014

Michelle, my thoughts are with you and your family. I wish comfort for you all at this time.

January 5, 2014

So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Beverly Burns

Jeanne Martin

January 3, 2014

Dear Mary, my sympathies on Bob's passing. I've done business with Bob since the early 80's when his mother and I lived in the same apartment complex. He had great integrity and ethics plus a wonderful sense of humor. I never have had to worry about any of my insurance needs. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you.

Machelle Frey

January 3, 2014

Mary,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I have had my insurance with Bob since I turned 16 with my first car. That has now been 23 years. he was always so good to everyone he encountered in business. This will be a great loss to the community and to State Farm.

Kelly O'Connell

December 31, 2013

Nestle Family,
So sorry to hear about Bob. My husband and I will keep you all in our prayers.

Amy Small

December 31, 2013

I'm so sorry to hear about Bob. Praying for you and your family for comfort and peace.

GEORGE SOLOMON

December 31, 2013

MARY SO SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSE OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGH ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
BOB AND I GO BACK MANY YEARS.
. HE WAS ALWAYS BEEN THERE WHEN I NEED HIM. YOU WERE SO GOOD TO BE THERE FOR ME ALSO. THANK YOU

GEORGE & ALICES SOLOMON

December 31, 2013

I am sure Bob is in heaven smiling and making a joke of some kind.He was a very nice man and I am happy I had the chance to care for him.My prayers for the family,I know how much he was loved.

Donald Pile - Ray Williams

December 30, 2013

Our condolences goes out to his family.
Donald Pile and Ray Williams

December 30, 2013

Dear Mary,
Saddened to hear the news about your father. Every time I talked to him I found myself laughing.
I'm sure he is dancing and telling stories with the angels.
Suzanne Clayton

Lynn Nevins

December 30, 2013

Faith, Hope and Love to the Nestel Family.

Mark Meyer

December 28, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bob was a good man and will be missed.

December 27, 2013

"And when he shall die, cut out of him little stars, and he shall make the face of heaven so fine that all the world will be in love with the night."
- Norm Anderson with an assist from
William Shakespeare

Bill Groll

December 27, 2013

I wanted to add my condolences to Joanne and the rest of Bob's family. He was a dear friend and our insurance agent for many years and brought many a smile to our lives. I wish I could've attended the wake and funeral but I was just released from the hospital after major surgery and haven't been released to resume my daily duties yet and have not been released to drive at night yet. My heart is heavy with the loss of such a dear friend and my sympathy and prayers are with the entire family. Godspeed Bob.

Sincerely,

Bill Groll

December 27, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Christine (Dobson) Willis

Terri Wheeler

December 27, 2013

We are truly blessed that Bob was a friend to our family for 30+ years, as well as being our insurance agent. I enjoyed his humor, jokes & kindness each time we spoke. Thank you Bob for many special memories.

Jessica Howard

December 27, 2013

Nestel family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was such a great man and father. May you find peace and strength in the Lord.

December 27, 2013

Nestel Family:
So sorry for your loss. We will be thinking about you this weekend.

The Mahoneys

Rob Pointer

December 27, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Bill Pointer

December 27, 2013

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Richard Oaks

December 27, 2013

I knew bob for many years, through the company. I will miss his smile and wit.
my prayers and thoughts are with you at
this time. - Richard Oaks

Ron Paul

December 26, 2013

Bob and I were close friends in high school. We frequently studied together and at one time took a chemistry test, recorded identical answers including the misspelling of the word "potash". Since we sat next to each other, Mr. Murdock was sure we cheated. When confronted, we immediately showed him the set of notes we studied from including the misspelling. He reluctantly accepted our story, Bob and I were off the hook.

Having known Bob all these years has left a warm friendship that keeps his spirit with us. I will be out of town and regret not being able to attend Bob's funeral.

Best regards,

Ron Paul
Rockhurst Class of 1954

Mike Lombardino

December 26, 2013

Thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Mike Leeper

December 26, 2013

My sincerest condolences. My prayers will be with the family.

Lea Murphy

December 26, 2013

The Murphy family is lifting you all in prayer at this time. Bob gave two of our daughters thier first real job at the Irish Crystal Company. I can still hear him coming out of his office when I stopped by the agency asking, "How is business going?". He was a mentor and encourager to me at the chamber. Bob touched so many lives and he will truly be missed.
God bless you all at this time,
Lea Murphy and family

Joe Gravino

December 26, 2013

Mark,

I never knew your father but is sounds like he was a well loved, great friend to many. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Marty and Mary Arling

December 26, 2013

We are all deeply saddened by Bob's passing and sympathize with the entire extended family as we know how much his friendly and exuberent attitude will be missed! We are even more regretful that we are unable to attend and help serve in the funeral services for our dear friend Bob. We extend our sincere condolences for the family's loss! The Arling family

December 26, 2013

sorry for your loss

Betsy Faubion

December 26, 2013

Mary and family, my thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.

Mary Ellen Drees

December 26, 2013

Nestle family - I know you feel a huge hole in your heart right now. Sometimes it feels difficult to take that next breath and move on. Bob was a wonderful man. The times I would stop by the house he would always have a smile for me. I feel your loss and have been and will continue to pray for you. I know there is nothing I can say or do to make this any easier. Just know that you have an additional guardian angel....and we can never have too many of those. Love and Hugs!!

Rohach Family

December 26, 2013

Dad and Grandpa,
There will never be another strong man like you! We thank God for letting us be a part of your amazing life. You will live on in each and everyone of us, through unconditional love, willingness to give, and even through the telling of your famous "Peppie joke" . Please watch over all your family and friends and help us all to have a little "Bob" in us, to make the world a better place. We LOVE YOU and thank you for all the memories we made together!
Melissa, Chris, Colin and Carrigan

Tina & John Clarke

December 26, 2013

Your whole family was so blessed to have a Dad like you all did. You all are in our thoughts and prayers as you Dad is already in Heaven. God bless you all in your time of sorrow.

Rohach Family

December 26, 2013

Dad and Grandpa, there will never be another man like you! You have touched so many hearts and have helped so many people. We thank God for letting us be a part of your amazing life. You will live on within us through our actions, our willingness to give, and even through the "Pepie Joke". Thank you for all the fun memories we shared together. You are in our hearts forever! WE LOVE YOU!
Melissa Chris Colin and Carrigan

Ellen DeBose

December 26, 2013

Prayers and hugs to Mary and the Nestel family. Bob was a great man who loved to tell stories and visit with all of Mary's friends by the pool or watching TV. He will be missed.

Elaina Garlett

December 26, 2013

Our family is counted among the first 150 of Bob's insureds, which has grown to include 3 generations. I had the opportunity to work for him many years ago - and quickly learned that he was the real deal. He wasn't just selling insurance to make a dime, he truly cared about people. His bright green sport coat, many jokes and love of bingo games always brought a smile. Bob was gem, and we'll miss him very much.

December 26, 2013

Mary and family
Your Dad was a gracious man and I am sure will live in the hearts of the Winger family forever. Praying for all of you - Pete Winger

cathy Schweiger schneck

December 26, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Our families have always been tIed together since our dads were in high school along with my mom. I remember new years days at your house as a little girl. Remember the good times and remember you have each other and your mom. The gang is back together and watching over us.

Nancy Chartrand -Besa

December 26, 2013

From the entire Chartrand family we send you our thoughts and prayers. The mere mention of the name Bob Nestel brings to mind words like jovial, kind, family, hard-working, friendly, honest, and faith-filled. I am guessing that our parents are enjoying the spark he has added to heaven. God bless your entire family and Mrs. Nestel in particular.

Betsy Repine

December 25, 2013

I have many great memories of Bob. He was always so positive and enjoyed life to the fullest. He never took no for an answer and he never ever gave up. Bob never met a stranger and would do anything for anybody who needed it. He will be greatly missed.

Elliott Cardozo

December 24, 2013

Joanne & Michelle our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow. We feel honored to have known such a wonderful man. Cathy & Elliott

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Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Christ the King Catholic Church

85th and Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO

Dec

27

Rosary

7:30 p.m.

Christ the King Catholic Church

85th and Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO

Dec

28

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

Christ the King Catholic Church

85th and Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO

Dec

28

Interment

Mount Olivet Cemetery

MO

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6800 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64131

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